Senior Project Manager
Actalent
Job Title: Senior Project ManagerJob Description
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing construction projects from contract award through completion, ensuring work is delivered on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards. This role works closely with owners, clients, architects, vendors, and subcontractors to drive successful project outcomes. The Senior Project Manager provides strong leadership, sound judgment, and effective problem-solving to balance cost, schedule, and quality, while mentoring and developing less experienced team members.
Responsibilities
+ Manage, organize, and coordinate all project management activities for assigned projects.
+ Support the estimating team during the bidding process when requested.
+ Lead the contract award and buy-out process, including detailed scope review and negotiation with subcontractors and vendors.
+ Coordinate and lead the preconstruction process to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, logistics, and execution strategy.
+ Develop and maintain a detailed Microsoft Project schedule for each project, updating it throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Review, understand, and approve the three-week look-ahead schedules prepared by the Project Superintendent.
+ Secure all required permits, licenses, and approvals necessary for project execution.
+ Provide direct oversight and mentorship to Project Engineers and Project Administrators in managing subcontracts, purchase orders, submittals, RFIs, warranties, and related processes.
+ Prepare clear, complete, and accurate change order requests for review and approval by all required parties.
+ Monitor project costs and operational expenses, identifying opportunities to control costs and improve efficiency without compromising safety or quality.
+ Oversee accurate and timely project billing in accordance with contract requirements.
+ Manage multiple commercial construction projects and client relationships concurrently.
+ Lead and participate in regular project meetings with owners, architects, and other stakeholders, including subcontractors as appropriate.
Essential Skills
+ Experience in construction management, ground-up construction, and subcontractor management.
+ Proficiency in project management within commercial construction environments.
+ Ability to handle large-scale projects with high visibility and premium materials.
+ Knowledge of safety standards and practices in the construction industry.
+ Experience with concrete construction, post-tensioned concrete, and apartment projects.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
+ Advanced construction project management certification (10-hour).
+ Ability to read, write, and interpret contract language, drawings, and specifications.
+ Proficiency in developing and maintaining project schedules using Microsoft Project.
+ Experience with construction-related software such as Bluebeam, Viewpoint, Revit, and Microsoft Project.
Work Environment
This position is based at a large multi-phase apartment project site in Charlotte, NC. The first phase of the project is valued at $75 million and includes sitework valued at $10 million. The project consists of four 5-story buildings with podium and post-tension concrete structures, featuring residential units above a parking deck. Sequencing of multiple buildings is crucial in this dynamic work environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Matthews, NC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Matthews,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 2026.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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