SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER – SOUTHWEST MISSOURI

Make The Leap to an Exciting New Career!

We are seeking an elite Senior Project Manager to lead commercial construction projects across Southwest Missouri. This role is built for a proven leader who is responsible for the successful delivery of complex and high-value construction projects while driving business performance, operational excellence, and team development.

This role operates as a business leader within the organization — accountable for project profitability, risk mitigation, client satisfaction, and the development of project management talent.

The Senior Project Manager serves as the primary steward of project execution, financial performance, and team culture. This individual oversees multiple phases of work, managing diverse scopes, coordinating with clients, consultants, and trade partners, and ensuring each project is delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. They also lead multiple project teams, mentor Project Managers and Engineers, and serve as a primary executive contact for owners and design partners.

This Rare Opportunity Features the Following Benefits:

· Amazing Health Insurance Benefits at Reasonable Rates

· On-Site Gym Access

· 401k Retirement Plans with an Employer Match Contribution

· Paid Time Off

· Dental & Vision Plans

· HSA & Dependent FSA Benefits

· Accident, Short Term Disability & Life Insurance Options

· An Innovative Wellness Program that Pays You to be Healthy

Executive Project Leadership

• Own full P&L performance for assigned projects.

• Lead strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and risk analysis.

• Direct complex contract negotiations and change management strategies.

• Oversee claims avoidance and dispute resolution strategy.

• Ensure compliance with all contractual, safety, and regulatory obligations.

Business & Client Development

• Maintain and grow key owner and design partner relationships.

• Participate in preconstruction strategy and pursuit efforts.

• Assist in prime contract negotiation and delivery strategy.

• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost efficiencies.

Operational Excellence

• Lead development of Project Management Plans.

• Ensure Procore and document control systems are fully leveraged.

• Drive schedule integrity in partnership with the Superintendent.

• Lead monthly cost forecasting and margin analysis.

• Oversee procurement strategy and long-lead material planning.

Team Leadership & Culture

• Directly mentor Project Managers and Project Engineers.

• Build high-performing teams aligned with company values.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide developmental coaching.

• Champion a culture of accountability, professionalism, and integrity.

Risk, Safety & Quality Leadership

• Oversee implementation of Quality Control Plans.

• Monitor project risk exposure and implement mitigation strategies.

• Ensure OSHA compliance and safe jobsite leadership.

• Lead post-project reviews and lessons learned processes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Demonstrated leadership experience delivering $10M – $20M Commercial and Large-Scale Multi-Family projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Proven ability to manage project profitability, schedule integrity, risk mitigation, and owner satisfaction.
• Strong understanding of AIA contracts, change management, and cost control practices.
• Experience leading Project Managers, Project Engineers, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong financial forecasting and executive-level communication skills.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen.

• Decisive and solutions-oriented.

• Financially disciplined.

• High emotional intelligence.

• Trusted leader capable of representing the company at the highest level.

How You Contribute

• Protect and grow company profitability.

• Build enduring owner relationships.

• Develop the next generation of project leadership.

• Elevate operational standards.

• Represent company culture with integrity and professionalism.

Working Environment

This role will primarily be in an office environment based in our Springfield, Missouri headquarters, or at the job site. Assigned projects may require the Senior Project Manager to be on-site for extended durations, and occasional travel is to be expected.

Physical Requirements:

Standing and Walking: ~20%

Sitting and Desk Work: ~80%

Direct Reports

Project Manager(s)

Assistant Project Manager(s)

Project Engineer(s)

Ready to Lead Projects That Matter?

If you are a Senior Project Manager with strong commercial construction experience and are looking for a leadership role where you have real ownership over scope, schedule, cost, and outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

This is a rare opportunity to drive meaningful commercial projects across Southwest Missouri while working alongside a disciplined, experienced leadership team committed to building the right way, with accountability, integrity, and long-term impact.