Kraton Corporation

Senior Project Manager

Kraton Corporation • $120K — $150K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
More than 3 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • 10+ years in construction project management, including 5+ years on NYC public-sector projects over $50M.
  • Expertise in subcontractor procurement, schedule, budget, and client management.
  • Strong understanding of NYC procurement procedures, prevailing wage, and certified payroll requirements.
  • Ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and resolve complex project issues.
  • Preferred certifications: PMP, PE, or RA.
  • Proficient in software such as Primavera P6, Procore, CMiC, and Textura.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage large-scale public-sector construction projects over $300M.
  • Drive and oversee subcontractor procurement and approval processes.
  • Develop and enforce project schedules using Primavera P6.
  • Manage project budgets and financial performance to optimize margins.
  • Serve as primary contact for clients and public agencies, maintaining strong relationships.
  • Review and administer contracts, change orders, and claims per NYC regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with MWBE goals and prevailing wage laws.
  • Coordinate design teams and subcontractors to maintain project progress and resolve issues.

Benefits

  • 401(k) & matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
Full Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager that will be responsible for the successful delivery of large-scale ($300M+) public-sector design build construction projects in New York City. Reporting directly to the Program Manager, this role leads project teams through phases of design and construction, ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, contract requirements, and client expectations. The Senior Project Manager is a key client-facing leader, driving collaboration between stakeholders, design teams, subcontractors, and internal staff while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage the full project lifecycle for public-sector construction projects valued at $300M+.
  • Drive subcontractor approval and procurement program, drafting comprehensive scopes of work, facilitating scope review meetings, leveling bids, recommending awards.
  • Oversee development, monitoring, and enforcement of project schedules using Primavera P6, ensuring milestones are achieved.
  • Manage project budgets, track financial performance, and oversee cost control measures to optimize margins.
  • Serve as a main point of contact for clients, consultants, and public agencies; maintain strong relationships and ensure expectations are met.
  • Review, negotiate, and administer contracts, change orders, and claims in accordance with contract documents and NYC procurement regulations.
  • Ensure compliance with MWBE participation goals, prevailing wage laws, certified payroll requirements, and other regulatory standards.
  • Direct project reporting, including financial forecasts, risk registers, schedule updates, and executive-level presentations.
  • Lead coordination among design professionals, subcontractors, and in-house teams to resolve issues, maintain progress, and achieve project goals.
  • Champion site safety culture and compliance with all OSHA and NYC DOB requirements.
  • Mentor and manage junior project staff, providing guidance on best practices in project controls, documentation, and client management.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in construction project management, with at least 5 years managing NYC public-sector projects over $50M.
  • Demonstrated expertise in subcontractor procurement and management, schedule, budget, and client management.
  • Strong knowledge of contract documents, NYC agency procurement procedures, prevailing wage, and certified payroll requirements.
  • Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and drive resolution of complex project issues.
  • Professional certifications such as PMP, PE, or RA preferred.
  • Proficiency with industry software, including Primavera P6, Procore, CMiC, and Textura.

Key Skills
  • Leadership & team management
  • Schedule development & control
  • Budget oversight & margin optimization
  • Public agency compliance (DDC, NYCHA, SCA, MTA preferred)
  • Contract negotiation & risk management
  • Client relations & stakeholder communication

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits:
  • 401(k) & matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off

About Kraton Corporation

Kraton Corporation is a leading global producer of styrenic block copolymers, specialty polymers, and high-value performance products derived from pine wood pulping co-products. The company's polymers are used in a wide range of applications, including adhesives, coatings, consumer and personal care products, sealants, lubricants, medical, packaging, automotive, paving, roofing, and footwear. Kraton has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Germany, France, Brazil, and Japan, and sells its products in over 70 countries. The company was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Learn more about Kraton Corporation
Size
1,751 employees
Market Cap
$1.4 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$225.6 million
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$1.5 billion
NASDAQ
KRA
* Ladders Estimates

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