Senior Construction Manager

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Description

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The Senior Construction Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of multiple construction projects from initial concept through completion and closeout. This position requires deep construction project experience, strong leadership, and a proven ability to manage client relationships, budgets, schedules, and teams with precision and professionalism.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of construction projects, including planning, organization, scheduling, implementation, and closeout for multiple, concurrent assignments.
• Lead and manage client relationships to ensure satisfaction through clear communication, proactive updates, and high-quality project execution.
• Develop and review project estimates, budgets, and cost projections; ensure financial accuracy and adherence to project budgets.
• Negotiate and execute contracts and buyouts with subcontractors and suppliers, maintaining cost efficiency and quality standards.
• Monitor field operations to ensure work quality, safety, and compliance with project plans, specifications, and timelines.
• Provide leadership to project teams, including Assistant Project Managers and Project Coordinators, ensuring timely, accurate documentation, photos, and cost tracking.
• Track and report project milestones, financial performance, and schedule progress to internal leadership and clients.
• Prepare and deliver detailed reports on work progress, cost control, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Manage project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, as-built documentation, and final invoicing.
• Ensure all project activities comply with company policies, safety regulations, and contractual requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct work for project team members.
• Provide clear written and verbal direction, set performance expectations, and ensure accountability.
• Review work for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to standards.
• Promote teamwork, mentorship, and continuous improvement within the project team.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Training

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of progressive construction project management experience required.
• Strong background in commercial or institutional construction; experience with medical facility or healthcare projects (ground-up and renovations) highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success managing multiple projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver projects on time and within scope.

Technical and Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with project budgeting and cost tracking required.
• Experience with project management and construction software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms) preferred.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. This position works in an environment with moderate noise level. (Examples: business office with computers and printers, light traffic). Usual office environment with frequent sitting, walking, standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and balancing. Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery. Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as telephone. The employee must occasionally lift and /or move up to 20 pounds. Ability to read and understand work instructions.

Note: Nothing in this job specification restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

Powerhouse aims to consistently deliver quality work on time, meeting customer expectations with precision, effective communication, and excellent customer service. Our goal is to have a positive and lasting impact on people.