About the PositionWe are seeking a
Senior Project Manager in
St. Louis, Missouri to manage
2-4 concurrent design-build projects, typically ranging from
$500,000 to $5 million.
This role has direct responsibility for project
budget, schedule, quality, safety, client satisfaction, and P&L performance. The Senior Project Manager will serve as the primary contact for owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and field leadership.
Approximately
two days per week will be spent at active project sites, with the remainder based in the office.
Key Responsibilities- Manage projects from estimating handoff through construction, closeout, and warranty.
- Develop project schedules, budgets, billing schedules, and buyout strategies.
- Own project P&L, monitor job costs, margins, and budget variances.
- Manage subcontractor contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, pay applications, and project documentation.
- Review plans and specifications for constructability, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Coordinate with Superintendents on field execution, manpower, equipment, sequencing, and subcontractor performance.
- Serve as the primary client and stakeholder contact and lead project/OAC meetings.
- Coordinate inspections, punch lists, closeout, final payment, and warranty requirements.
- Collaborate with estimating, engineering, surveying, safety, accounting, and operations.
- Promote safety, quality, and OSHA compliance throughout project execution.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
- 5-10 years of progressive construction project management experience.
- Proven experience managing the budget, schedule, and client relationship for multi-million-dollar projects.
- Strong design-build experience preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and architectural drawings.
- Strong understanding of site construction and constructability.
- Site work or self-perform experience with asphalt, concrete, or earthwork highly valued.
- Proficiency with Heavy Job, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms; strong Excel skills.
- HCSS and ECMS experience is a plus.
- OSHA 30 certification preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days.
- Strong communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel approximately two days per week to regional project sites.
- Public-sector, prevailing wage, union, or cooperative procurement experience is a plus.
Benefits- Competitive salary based on experience $120,000-$130,000
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) and retirement savings program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and continuing education
- Career advancement opportunities
- Employee wellness and support programs
