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Wright-Ryan Construction Inc.
Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction
Portland, ME 04101
Wright-Ryan has been at the heart of Maines construction landscape over the past four decades, crafting spaces that endure. Beyond the blueprint, our team of dedicated professionals sees each project as a partnership in realizing our clients goals. From the initial stages through project completion, we provide insightful guidance, innovative solutions, and steadfast assistance.
Spanning Commercial, Institutional, and Residential sectors, our firm thrives on diverse and engaging projects. We prioritize a close-knit community and supportive environment essential to our success as employee owners. At Wright-Ryan, we take pride in our reputation and our role in shaping Maines great spaces.
Job Overview
Join our Commercial Construction team and take the lead on some of Maines most visible and complex projects across housing, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, and beyond.
As a Senior Project Manager, youll own project outcomes from preconstruction through closeout, driving financial performance while leading high-performing teams. Youll drive project success by aligning scope, schedule, budget, and quality while mentoring team members and strengthening client relationships.
Job Requirements
- Lead large and/or multiple commercial construction projects through all phases, ensuring successful delivery from preconstruction through closeout.
- Deliver projects on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards through strong planning, proactive issue resolution, and efficient closeout processes.
- Drive financial performance by leading budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and WIP reviews to meet or exceed goals.
- Anticipate and mitigate risk, make critical decisions, and resolve complex issues, escalating key concerns as needed.
- Lead effective meetings, ensure clear documentation, and promote disciplined, consistent project execution.
- Develop and execute detailed project schedules, milestones, and completion plans to ensure consistent progress.
- Lead contract administration and negotiate change orders that protect company interests while maintaining strong client relationships.
- Oversee procurement, material delivery, and subcontractor coordination to maintain schedule, cost efficiency, and jobsite productivity.
- Foster strong communication and collaboration with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Mentor and support project team members, driving accountability, best practices, and continuous improvement.
Education, Experience, and Skills
- Bachelors degree in construction engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 10 years of commercial construction experience, including managing projects ranging from $10M-$75M.
- Proven track record of delivering strong financial results and effectively managing project risk.
- Expertise in contracts, scheduling, and construction financial management.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and drive project performance.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills with the ability to develop and sustain strong client partnerships and identify new opportunities.
- Highly organized with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities with keen attention to detail.
- Proficient in reading construction drawings and specifications and experienced with project management tools: Procore, Sage Timberline, MS Office, MS Project (preferred).
Pay and Benefits
As a 100% employee-owned company, each employee owner shares in our financial success by receiving shares of company stock at no cost through our ESOP.
In addition to the many benefits of employee-ownership, we offer competitive pay and a strong benefits package including:
- Annual bonus
- 401k with company match
- Comprehensive insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident)
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
Wright-Ryan Construction Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors or other status protected by law.
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