Work Location & Travel ExpectationsThis role supports projects across the United States and requires a high level of travel based on business and project needs. Candidates may be based anywhere within the U.S.; however, the selected individual should be prepared for assignments at various project locations nationwide. Project assignments generally last 10 to 17 months, depending on project duration and operational requirements. While assigned to a project away from home, eligible employees are provided per diem to assist with temporary living and travel-related expenses, in addition to a competitive base salary.
To support project deployment, mobilization assistance may be provided, which can include mileage reimbursement or other approved travel support. Employees may also receive extended weekend rotations approximately once per month, allowing additional time for travel home. Depending on project requirements, eligible employees could be provided with either a company-issued vehicle and fuel card or a vehicle allowance to support travel needs.
Position OverviewP&E Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the remaining electrical scope of a fuel storage upgrade project at Denver International Airport (DEN), currently approximately 60% complete. This role will take ownership of an active project through completion, overseeing electrical systems for fuel tanks and valves, duct bank infrastructure, power distribution, grounding and lightning protection, heat trace, and instrumentation and controls.
The Senior Project Manager will drive project execution, schedule performance, cost control, change management, subcontractor performance, and commercial recovery while ensuring quality documentation and a successful client turnover. The project is located within an active, secured airport fuel facility. All work will be executed in accordance with P&E's Project Delivery Playbook.
Responsibilities- Assume ownership of the active project by reviewing the executed subcontract, Contract Abstract, and all issued change orders to establish a clear understanding of contractual scope, exclusions, and outstanding obligations
- Validate the Primavera P6 schedule forecast against actual field progress and develop a defensible path to completion for the remaining tanks and electrical scope
- Take ownership of the Procore change log, RFI log, and submittal register, resolving outstanding items and establishing effective document control practices
- Review costs against budget by cost code, establish a reliable forecast at completion, and communicate financial risks and recovery strategies to leadership
- Evaluate lower-tier subcontractor performance, scope coverage, billing, and contractual compliance, implementing corrective actions as needed
- Assess quality control documentation against applicable electrical testing and commissioning specifications, identify deficiencies, and establish a plan to achieve complete turnover documentation
- Prepare and present a project takeover assessment for Executive Review, including schedule, cost, commercial exposure, subcontractor performance, quality status, and key risks
- Lead weekly and monthly project reporting covering safety, installation progress, schedule performance, financial status, RFIs, submittals, and outstanding concerns
- Evaluate, price, negotiate, and resolve change orders, protecting as-sold margin and ensuring approved changes are incorporated into the contract, budget, and forecast
- Oversee lower-tier subcontractors, material procurement, purchase orders, subcontract awards, and task list management to support timely and cost-effective execution
- Drive work packaging, installation progress, and performance measurement across duct banks, raceways, cable pulls, terminations, panels, motor control centers (MCCs), tank-side racks, cathodic protection, grounding, lightning protection, and testing and commissioning
- Oversee HSE reporting, incident and case management, and quality surveillance activities, ensuring compliance with applicable codes, owner specifications, hazardous classified area requirements, and airport operating procedures
- Maintain schedule certainty and financial accountability through proactive forecasting, risk identification, and timely communication of potential impacts to project leadership
- Manage project closeout by resolving outstanding changes, reconciling final budgets and forecasts, completing final client billing, and pursuing retainage release and final lien waivers
- Deliver complete System Handover Packages, including transmittals, megger and continuity test records, torque and termination records, as-built drawings, labeling records, and Care, Custody, and Control documentation
- Close out lower-tier subcontracts, coordinate final payments, and ensure warranty obligations are properly documented and fulfilled
- Drive punch-list completion, resolve outstanding deficiencies, and secure final client acceptance
- Prepare the Project Closeout Report and document lessons learned to improve execution on future assignments
- Manage relationships with the client, engineer of record, airport representatives, and other stakeholders for the electrical scope.
- Mentor Project Engineers and field leadership, promote accountability, and support the development of project management talent for future assignments
- Present project performance, commercial status, risks, and forecasts to P&E functional and business leaders
- Maintain safe, compliant execution within an active airport fuel-handling environment, adhering to applicable electrical codes, owner specifications, hazardous area requirements, and airport security and operating procedures
Requirements- 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience on industrial, energy, aviation, or large-scale commercial projects
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex, multi-million-dollar electrical scopes
- Demonstrated ability to take over in-progress projects and stabilize schedule, cost, and documentation
- Experience managing lower-tier subcontractors on self-perform projects, including scope coverage, billing, and performance management
- Advanced knowledge of structured project delivery, including contract abstracting; resource-loaded Primavera P6 baseline and forecast scheduling; Procore documentation control (RFIs, submittals, task lists, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and handover packages); Project Execution Plans (PEPs); Work Breakdown Structures (WBS); Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS); commercial and financial oversight, including as-sold margin management and change management; and integration of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) and quality requirements
Preferred Qualifications- Experience working in fuel, petrochemical, or other hazardous classified facilities, with working knowledge of NFPA 70, Article 500 series requirements
- Experience managing projects at active airports or other secured, operational facilities
- Experience with project closeout and turnover involving extensive quality control documentation requirements
- Experience with Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) or Installation Work Packages (IWPs)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, Professional Engineer (PE) license, or Master Electrician license
Total Rewards & BenefitsAt P&E Constructors, we believe in rewarding our employees through competitive compensation, employee ownership, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial wellbeing, health, and future.
Compensation & Employee Ownership- The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
- Performance-based merit increases and career growth opportunities
- Employee Ownership (ESOP) Share in the success and growth of the company
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Salary Range: $160,000 - $170,000 base salary
Financial Security & Savings- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare & Dependent Care)
- Competitive compensation with ongoing performance reviews
- Financial planning and retirement savings opportunities
Health Benefits- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Company-paid employee monthly medical premiums (P & E Constructors covers employee costs)
- Coverage available for spouse, domestic partners, and dependents
- Prescription drug coverage
- Telehealth services
- Wellness programs and resources
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Work-Life Support- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave
- Work-life balance support programs
Protection Coverages- Company-paid Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance
- Additional voluntary benefits are offered
Work Environment & Physical Demands- Lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
- Perform physical movements such as bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, and balancing
- Safely navigate active construction sites, including uneven, confined, or cluttered work areas
- Work at elevated heights and comply with fall protection and safety requirements
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
- Work in environments with exposure to noise, dust, temperature extremes, and other construction-related conditions
- Interpret technical drawings and visualize three-dimensional concepts when needed
- Maintain sufficient vision, hearing, coordination, and awareness to safely perform job duties
- Ability to work extended shifts, including up to 12 hours, in outdoor construction environments and varying weather conditions
- Maintain physical stamina and strength to perform demanding job duties throughout the workday
To be Considered: Candidates Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.
