Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Client Details

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, overseeing budgets, schedules, procurement, contracts, financial performance, and project documentation to ensure successful delivery. This role serves as the primary point of coordination among clients, design teams, subcontractors, and field staff while driving, and mentoring junior project management team members.

Our client is a highly respected Southern California General Contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial construction projects across corporate interiors, healthcare, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, and technology sectors.

Known for its client-first approach and commitment to quality, the company has built a substantial portfolio of repeat business and long-term relationships throughout the region. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their leadership team.

Description

Our Senior Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Manage projects from preconstruction through final closeout


• Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and reporting


• Lead procurement efforts and subcontractor buyout activities


• Oversee contract administration, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation


• Coordinate with clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors


• Lead OAC meetings and maintain strong client relationships


• Monitor project financial performance and mitigate risk


• Collaborate closely with field teams to ensure successful project delivery


• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers


• Drive project quality, safety, and operational excellence

Profile

The ideal Senior Project Manager will have:

• 10+ years of experience with a commercial General Contractor


• Proven experience managing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout


• Strong budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and cost control experience


• Ability to independently lead complex projects and project teams


• Excellent communication and client-facing relationship management skills


• Strong understanding of commercial construction operations and contract administration

Job Offer

We are offering this Project Manager:

• $180,000 - $220,000 Base Salary


• Annual Performance Bonus


• Vehicle Allowance


• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage


• 401(k) with Company Match


• PTO and Paid Holidays


• Professional Development Opportunities


• Long-Term Advancement Potential


• Opportunity to work on complex, high-profile construction projects with a stable and growing organization

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience managing Public Works construction projects


• DSA experience strongly preferred


• LAUSD experience highly preferred


• Strong scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control skills


• Ability to lead projects independently

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