Senior Project Manager

Piping & Equipment Company

• $135K — $176K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management required
  • 10+ years in construction project management for industrial or commercial projects
  • 5+ years leading communication infrastructure on data center projects preferred
  • Expertise in Primavera P6, Procore, and project controls
  • Strong knowledge of TIA-942 and BICSI standards
  • Exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills
  • PMP, RCDD, or equivalent certification preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead project initiation by reviewing contracts and coordinating with stakeholders
  • Direct project setup using various project management systems
  • Coordinate permits and regulatory requirements with Texas authorities
  • Develop and approve project organization charts and staffing plans
  • Facilitate project kickoff meetings and commercial handover
  • Create site-specific safety and quality plans in Primavera P6
  • Monitor installation progress and oversee compliance with industry standards

Benefits

  • Employee Ownership through an ESOP plan
  • Company-paid medical premiums for employees
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
  • Comprehensive health insurance options including dental and vision
  • Paid time off and holidays to promote work-life balance
  • Company-paid disability and life insurance coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with savings opportunities
Full Job Description
Work Location & Travel Expectations

This 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. Travel for this position may reach up to approximately 90%.

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 Overview

The Senior Project Manager will lead the communication infrastructure scope on a major data center build in Haskell, Texas. This senior role carries end-to-end accountability for scope, schedule, cost, safety, quality, commercial performance, and client satisfaction for the structured cabling, fiber optic, pathway, and low-voltage communication systems while following P&E's Project Delivery Playbook.

Responsibilities

  • Lead project initiation by reviewing contracts and scopes of work for communication systems and preparing/distributing Contract Abstracts
  • Direct project setup across COINs, Procore, Primavera P6, HSE, and Quality systems
  • Coordinate permits, trade licenses, and regulatory requirements with local Texas authorities
  • Develop and approve the Project Organization Chart, Preliminary Staffing Plan, PEP, WBS, and CBS
  • Facilitate internal kickoff meetings, client kickoff meetings, and commercial handover
  • Develop procurement and contracting strategies for communication infrastructure projects
  • Create Site-Specific Safety Plans, Quality Plans, Initiation Schedules, and resource-loaded Baseline Schedules in Primavera P6
  • Establish commercial controls including "As Sold" margin, change management, invoicing, and lien waiver processes
  • Oversee site logistics, workforce certifications (BICSI, fiber, etc.), and recruiting for communication trades
  • Present project readiness and mobilization packages for Executive Review
  • Lead daily, weekly, and monthly project meetings covering safety, schedule, installation progress, commercial status, RFIs, submittals, and project risks
  • Manage RFIs, submittals, procurement activities, purchase orders, subcontract awards, and project task lists
  • Monitor installation progress for cable tray, ladder rack, fiber backbone, horizontal cabling, terminations, testing, and commissioning
  • Oversee HSE reporting, incident management, quality inspections, and compliance for communication systems
  • Provide accurate forecasting while maintaining strict financial, schedule, and change management controls
  • Manage project closeout by resolving contract changes, reconciling budgets, completing final billing, and preparing Project Closeout Reports
  • Ensure complete turnover of communication systems, including test results, as-built drawings, labeling documentation, transmittals, and Care/Custody/Control documentation
  • Mentor Project Engineers and field teams while fostering professional development
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, owners, EPC partners, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
  • Present project updates and performance metrics to executive and business leadership
  • Ensure all work is executed safely and in compliance with TIA-942, BICSI, owner specifications, and mission-critical industry standards
  • Deliver predictable, high-quality results on complex data center communication infrastructure projects

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field required
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive construction project management experience on industrial, mission-critical, or large commercial projects
  • Minimum of 5 years leading communication infrastructure, structured cabling, fiber optic, or low-voltage scopes on data center, hyperscale, colocation, or other mission-critical facilities preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise with Primavera P6 scheduling (including resource loading), Procore, contract administration, commercial management, and project controls
  • Strong knowledge of structured project delivery processes, including PEP, WBS/CBS development, contract abstracting, change management, forecasting, and financial oversight
  • Thorough understanding of TIA-942, BICSI TDMM, ANSI/TIA-568 standards, fiber and copper testing, pathway systems, grounding, and communication infrastructure best practices
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, forecasting, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to maintain a consistent on-site presence in a remote Texas project location
  • PMP, RCDD, or equivalent professional certification strongly preferred
  • Candidates located in North Texas (Abilene, Wichita Falls, or the DFW area) or willing to mobilize long-term to Haskell, TX with per diem are strongly preferred

Total Rewards & Benefits

At 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: $135,481 - $176,800

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.

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