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Posted: 11/12/20252025-11-122026-01-08Employment Type:Direct Hire/PermJob Category:OtherJob Number: 630964Is job remote?: No
Job Description
A Senior Construction Manager responsible for completing projects within the scope, budget, and schedule. This key role is responsible for managing the overall client relationship including any technical, financial, or logistical issues that may arise. Senior Construction Managers are skilled collaborators who are experts at problem solving and adapting and staying calm under pressure. This individual will sell and develop work with specific clients, ultimately leading to a “seller/doer” dual role. By understanding the client’s challenges, building partnerships with them, and providing creative solutions to those challenges, the Senior Construction Manager will not only develop existing clients but also establish new ones. Must have project experience in the municipal/public building and/or education areas.
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, construction management or a related degree is required
Experience working on school construction projects (I.E. school district, school buildings, K-12)
PE or equivalent professional license preferred
PMP Certification preferred
A minimum of 9 years of experience required; a minimum of 6 years of project management experience required
Experience preparing proposals, project plans, extra work authorizations and project closeout documents for projects required
Experience managing project accounting processes to include project budgeting, forecasts and cash management required
Experience understanding and interpreting client contract requirements
Ability to track and oversee multiple projects required
An articulate and persuasive communicator with the ability to adapt communication style to suit various audiences
Proficient in Microsoft Suite and other management software
Knowledge of Deltek Vision preferred
Knowledge of MS Project and/or Primavera P6 preferred
Multi-prime public project experience is strongly preferred
Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task effectively
A self-starter who excels in a high-paced work environment and work well independently
Job Duties: The Senior Construction Manager coordinates contracts with the client, subcontractors, purchase orders, daily correspondence, and all other project related documents. The professional in this role is responsible for all project financials, and reviews/manages/approves subcontractor payments. The Senior Construction Manager clearly communicates updates to the client, management, and project team, as well as prepares for and attends monthly project review meetings with operations.
The Senior Construction Manager develops project specific health and safety plan in coordination with health and safety manager and communicates the plan with the project team, as well as monitors the plan. Additionally, this role is responsible for verifying that projects meet required QA/QC compliance as determined by Quality Management Plan. Pay: $130 - $140K
Competitive salary and benefits: medical, dental, vision, life and 401K
At The Planet Group, we connect Construction experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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