PG Arnold Construction is committed to investing in a great culture. Our unique work environment includes:

Fluid relationships between field and office.
A fun, professional company culture with people who really care about each other.
Team approach – we pull our own weight so as not to let our clients or our teammates down.
Respect – you will be seen and heard.
Servant leadership – we take care of each other, because we’re all in this together.
Work that gets done with excellence.

If you’re looking to join a solutions-oriented team with a great culture and work on great projects, PG Arnold wants you.

Position Summary

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, financial performance, contract administration, and successful execution of construction projects from preconstruction through project closeout. This role oversees multiple project teams, manages owner and subcontractor relationships, ensures budget and schedule adherence, and drives project profitability while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

The Senior Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors, while mentoring and developing Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers and other project staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Communication

Manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
Serve as the primary owner representative and client contact.
Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and consultants.
Lead project communications and issue resolution efforts.
Identify project risks and proactively develop mitigation plans.
Participate in and support project quality control and safety initiatives.
Lead and facilitate key project meetings, including: OAC meetings, team meetings, buyout and scope review meetings, change order negotiation meetings, subcontractor performance meetings.

Buyout & Procurement

Lead and assist in RFP initiatives, proposal creations and project interview processes.
Lead subcontractor bidding, evaluation, and selection processes.
Create and maintain bid tabs and subcontractor logs.
Develop project scopes of work and subcontract scopes.
Prepare and update subcontract exhibits.
Support Preconstruction during GMP development.
Track final buyout savings and internal contingency allocations.

Project Financial Management

Lead all aspects of project cost management and financial reporting.
Manage budgets throughout the life of the project.
Develop and maintain accurate project cost forecasts and projections.
Oversee construction, internal, and contracted contingency tracking and reporting.
Review project financial performance and identify risks and opportunities.

Change Order Management

Owner Change Orders

Manage all Owner Change Order Requests (CORs).
Prepare and negotiate Monthly Owner Change Orders (OCOs).
Lead owner change order negotiations and approvals.
Track and reconcile all owner-directed scope changes.

Subcontractor Change Orders

Review, negotiate, and manage Subcontractor Change Orders (SCOs).
Ensure change orders are properly documented, priced, and incorporated into project budgets.
Negotiate favorable financial outcomes while protecting project interests.

Monthly Cost Reporting & Projections

Prepare and maintain monthly project cost projections.
Update:
Billing projections
Project schedules
Labor projections
Overall project status reports
Communicate project financial health and performance to company leadership.

Billing & Accounting Administration

Review and approve subcontractor pay applications.
Prepare and review owner pay applications.
Ensure compliance with owner, lender, and auditor requirements.
Approve miscellaneous project-related invoices.
Review and approve weekly employee timecards.
Manage project budgets and cost codes within Acumatica.
Support accurate job cost reporting and forecasting.

Contract Administration

Owner Contracts

Develop, review and negotiate the owner contract from creation to execution.
Manage owner contract requirements and compliance.
Develop contract summary ("crib notes") for project teams.
Maintain contract deliverables
Manage bond renewals and related contract obligations.

Subcontract Management

Develop, review and negotiate Project Subcontracts and Standing Order Subcontracts from creation to execution.
Maintain subcontractor tracking logs.

Team Development & Mentorship

Directly manage and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers and other project staff.
Provide coaching, training, and professional development opportunities.
Establish accountability and performance expectations.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing project team culture.
Support career growth and succession planning within the operations team.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
Equivalent combination of education and construction experience will be considered.

Experience

10+ years of commercial construction project management experience.
Proven experience managing projects from preconstruction through closeout.
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, and contract administration.
Experience with GMP and negotiated project delivery methods preferred.

Technical Skills

Proficient in Acumatica or comparable ERP/project accounting software.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with project management software platforms.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.

Leadership Competencies

Strong financial acumen and business judgment.
Exceptional negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to lead teams, develop talent, and build client relationships.
Results-driven with a focus on quality, accountability, and client satisfaction.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Project profitability and margin performance
Budget adherence and cost forecasting accuracy
Change order management effectiveness
Schedule performance
Owner satisfaction
Subcontractor performance management
Quality control metrics
Team development and retention
Timely billing and collections
Risk mitigation and contract compliance

Reports To: Executive Vice President

Direct Reports: Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers (as assigned)

Position Type: Full-Time Exempt

This role is expected to provide strategic leadership while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the satisfaction of clients and stakeholders.

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