Senior Project Manager

About the Company

SSC is a premier luxury homebuilder in Aspen, Colorado. We have built our reputation over decades by combining expert craftsmanship with an unmatched client experience. Our team is the foundation of our success, and we are committed to fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and excellence.

About the Role

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of multiple custom residential construction projects. This role oversees project teams from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader, strategic problem-solver, and relationship builder who excels in managing complex projects and competing priorities while developing people and delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Lead multiple construction projects simultaneously from planning through completion.
• Provide direction and support to Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Superintendents.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, staffing, risks, and overall project performance.
• Proactively identify challenges and implement solutions to keep projects on track.

Financial Management

• Oversee project financial performance, including budgets, forecasting, cost controls, and profitability.
• Review job cost reports, change orders, pay applications, and subcontractor commitments.
• Support preconstruction, estimating, and value engineering efforts.

Client & Partner Relationships

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, architects, designers, consultants, and trade partners.
• Lead communication regarding project progress, budget status, and schedule updates.
• Resolve conflicts professionally while protecting project objectives and client satisfaction.

Team Development

• Mentor and develop project team members through coaching, feedback, and accountability.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, retention, and professional growth initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, ownership, continuous improvement, and servant leadership.

Quality & Safety

• Ensure projects meet company quality standards, contract requirements, and client expectations.
• Reinforce safety programs, jobsite best practices, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct regular project reviews to verify quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field required.
• Large scale commercial and/or high-end custom residential construction experience required.
• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience with a general contractor required.
• Experience managing construction projects in mountain environments, severe weather conditions, and site constraints strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in Procore strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Advanced knowledge of construction methods, sequencing, building systems, and project delivery.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, schedules, change orders, contracts, subcontracts, and project financial management.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling including short-term and long-term planning.
• Expertise in project documentation, submittals, RFIs, quality management, and construction administration.
• Demonstrated success leading and developing a team.
• Strong conflict resolution, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to build trust and maintain positive relationships with clients, trade partners, and internal teams.

Success Measures

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Project profitability and financial performance.
• On-time project delivery and schedule adherence.
• Client satisfaction and relationship management.
• Quality of construction and project execution.
• Team development, engagement, and retention.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution.
• Safety performance and compliance with company standards.
• Contribution to company culture and operational excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

Expected base salary range: $160,000-$180,000 annually. Total compensation, including participation in the bonus program, is expected to range from $180,000-215,000.

Actual compensation will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, technical expertise, and demonstrated leadership capabilities.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Company vehicle or a vehicle allowance

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please apply through the LinkedIn job posting or by emailing your resume to hr@ssccolorado.com.

Recruiting Agencies: SSC is conducting this search internally and is not partnering with third-party recruiting agencies for this position. We kindly request that agencies refrain from contacting our hiring team regarding this opportunity.

SSC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.