Senior Project Manager

JOB-10044910

Anticipated Start Date

5/4/2026

Location

Austin, TX

Type of Employment

Contract and/or Direct Hire

Employer Info

Our client is a 100% employee-owned general contractor founded in 1890, specializing in transportation, industrial, and building markets, and known for its innovative and safety-focused approach to construction services.

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Senior Project Manager who is responsible for the administration and execution of assigned projects in a safe, profitable and timely manner. Often assigned multiple projects and/or projects of larger contract amounts and/or complexity. Manages the work in a manner consistent with standards of quality and integrity.

Job Description

• Champions the orderly, timely transition of projects from the estimating phase to the field. This transition shall include contract review meetings, which encompass a review of contract requirements, general conditions, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, and purchase order agreements.
• Completes close out requirements and punch lists in a timely manner. Handles warranty callbacks quickly to maintain owner/client relationships.
• Coordinates with Project Superintendent the means and methods required for the successful and profitable execution of the work. Reviews and monitors manpower, equipment, and material resources to accomplish this goal.
• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Has overall responsibility for project success, including safety, schedule, profitability, quality and customer satisfaction as well as responsibility for personnel decisions that impact the project.
• Manages all billings to ensure timely submission of payment applications and collection of payments from the
• Manages the development of the overall CPM schedule with the Project Superintendent(s) and assures all procurement is fully coordinated with the Project Engineer(s). Ensures the project team is utilizing the Last Planner System (LPS) to manage all schedules.
• Participates in preparation and review of estimates with attention to the following: adherence to cost control system, equipment requirements and utilization, constructability, formwork, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedule, insurance, etc.
• Participates in the business development process including client contact, relationships, proposals, presentations, and negotiations for selected projects.
• Prepares the Monthly Progress Report in coordination with the Superintendent(s) by the 6th of every month. Use available reports to manage costs and prepare accurate cost projections.
• Responsible for the timely review of purchase orders and subcontracts prepared by the estimating department.
• Responsible for understanding and administering prime contract terms and conditions, contract documents, subcontract agreements, purchase order agreements, insurance, etc. This includes providing written notifications when necessary to document impacts.
• Reviews and executes all change orders, supplements, and cost control budget adjustments.
• Verifies agreements are executed with insurance in place prior to any subcontractor starting work onsite.

Skills Required

• Minimum Job Requirements:
  • Experience in Pre-Con managing construction projects, thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems, productivity analysis, construction operations, cash flow procedures.
  • Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
  • Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Experience in Water / Wastewater is required for this role

Education/Training/Certifications

• High School diploma or GED.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Requirements:
  • The ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
  • May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors
  • Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
  • Occasionally we will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
  • Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
  • Will interact with people frequently during a shift/workday
  • Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis
  • Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/workday.

Pay Rate/Salary

• Base Compensation: $140k/yr - $200k/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location.)