POSITION SUMMARY: We're seeking a driven, experienced Sr. Project Manager to lead complex, high-value projects across our diverse portfolio. This role is about more than managing projects - it's about taking ownership from preconstruction through closeout, driving financial performance, building high-performing teams, and delivering an exceptional client experience. While our portfolio includes a variety of commercial work, this role is primarily focused on industrial facilities, warehouses and other large scale commercial projects. Candidates with a proven track record delivering projects in these markets will be the strongest fit. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll lead with accountability, solve challenges proactively, and drive successful outcomes for our clients and project teams.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT- Work with Field Supervision and Project Management to establish operation priorities and ensure safety and quality on every project
- Ensure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needs
- Estimate, value engineer and develop project budgets
- Facilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution and tracking of all project bidding documentation
- Ability to utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute and track all project documentation
- Negotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontracts
- Plan and schedule projects
- Manage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution and documentation.
- Manage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures and profits through project completion.
- Perform project closeout
- Manage projects exceeding $20M - $50M
LEADERSHIP- Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork
- Lead teams by building relationships, providing clear direction, and driving collaboration.
- Mentor and develop project management staff, fostering high performance.
- Communicate strategically with clients, stakeholders, and teams.
- Coach future leaders through training and guidance.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT- Interact with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential work
- Prepare and participate in client presentations and project interviews
- Negotiate and secure new business
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:- B.S. in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field
- 8+ years of construction management experience across diverse markets
- Demonstrated experience managing industrial, warehouse/distribution, or similar commercial construction projects is strongly preferred.
- A high level of communication and interpersonal skills is required.
The salary range for this position is between $120,000 - $140,000. We consider many factors when determining the actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands.
Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more.
For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com
