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Senior Project Manager – Structural Concrete
Washington, DC Metro
A leading commercial concrete contractor in the Washington, DC market is seeking a Senior Project Manager with expertise in structural concrete, rebar, and post-tensioning systems. This is a high-impact leadership role that oversees complex, large-scale projects from pre-construction through closeout.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Lead end-to-end delivery of structural concrete projects, ensuring schedule, budget, safety, and quality targets are met
- Manage rebar detailing, fabrication, and placement in strict alignment with structural and shop drawings
- Oversee post-tensioning operations, including tendon installation, stressing, grouting, and QA/QC
- Review and interpret structural drawings, rebar and PT shop drawings, and specifications
- Conduct jobsite inspections covering shoring, formwork, PT installation, safety, and quality control
- Develop and maintain schedules, cost forecasts, and reporting using tools such as MS Project or Primavera
- Lead subcontractor buyouts, negotiate change orders, and manage procurement of concrete, rebar, and PT materials
- Ensure compliance with DC building codes, OSHA standards, and project-specific requirements
- Serve as a primary point of contact for clients—leading meetings, resolving issues, and protecting relationships
- Mentor and develop Project Managers, Engineers, and field staff
- Proactively manage risk related to cost, schedule, constructability, and site constraints
What We’re Looking For:
- 8 years of construction project management experience, with 5 years focused on structural concrete
- Proven hands-on expertise with cast-in-place concrete, rebar systems, and post-tensioned slabs/structures
- Experience managing projects in dense urban environments (DC market experience strongly preferred)
- Strong knowledge of formwork, shoring systems, concrete testing, and quality control
- Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and Microsoft Office
- Confident leader with strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex scopes under aggressive schedules
- OSHA 30 (or ability to obtain); PTI certification is a plus
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel throughout the DC metro area
Preferred (Not Required):
- PMP or CCM certification
- Experience with high-rise, multi-family, or government projects
- Familiarity with LEED or sustainable concrete practices
What’s in It for You:
- Highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
- Bonus potential tied to performance
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) with match, PTO, and professional development
- Long-term stability with a contractor known for technically complex, landmark concrete projects in Washington, DC
Salary : $125,000 - $150,000