Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction

3h3 hours ago

Wharton-Smith Inc.

Charlotte, US · Full-time · $130,000 – $150,000

About this role

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a commercial construction background for the Charlotte, NC area. The successful candidate will oversee every stage of the construction process, from scope development to project closeout, ensuring on-time and on-budget execution while prioritizing quality and safety.

This role involves managing large-scale projects and multiple projects simultaneously, building strong relationships with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. The Senior Project Manager will set up and maintain project cost accounting, develop job schedules, negotiate major subcontractor agreements, and track subcontractor change management.

The position partners with Preconstruction Services on value engineering and estimating, and collaborates cross-functionally with all departments. The leader coaches and mentors team members at various career stages, fostering an environment of strong team spirit and maintaining morale.

Operating under the Doer/Seller model, the Senior Project Manager ensures clients want to renew their construction experience with Wharton-Smith. The role includes managing startup, commissioning, owner training, and turning over contract close-out deliverables while reporting financial information to the Division Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Developing leader and team player with five plus years of experience in engineering, construction, or related field.
Proven success in the completion of multimillion-dollar projects.
Proficiency in computer-based CPM scheduling programs.
Proficiency in construction management software.

Responsibilities

Manage large-scale projects and/or multiple projects simultaneously from scope development to project closeout.
Build strong relationships with clients, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure renewal of construction experience.
Set up and maintain project cost accounting and develop job schedules.
Negotiate major subcontractor agreements and equipment/material purchase orders.
Manage change orders, extra work orders, and disputed claims with owners and representatives.
Manage startup and commissioning of facility and provide owner training to end users.
Coach and mentor team members at varying levels and career stages to maximize growth and potential.
Review and report project financial information, performance, and major conflicts to Division Manager.