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Senior Project Manager, Construction

CTI
Oak Ridge, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026
About Us

Over the past four decades, CTI has transformed from a modest construction testing and geotechnical engineering firm to a renowned comprehensive contractor. CTI delivers environmental, remediation, and construction services to diverse clients across the US, including Federal agencies, industrial partners, and State/Local Governments.

CTI's journey showcases its adaptability and commitment to clients' challenges. Our growth strategy is rooted in recruiting top industry talents, reflecting dedication to excellence in every endeavor. Our project execution success has led to new and expanded opportunities for CTI, building upon a strong corporate culture and values of safety, integrity, compassion, collaboration, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the management and execution of assigned medium to large projects, ensuring adherence to scope, budget, and schedule, specifically in the DOE, DoD, and commercial contract environments.
  • Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and work breakdown structures to guide project execution.
  • Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with client expectations and company objectives.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including vendors and subcontractors, to ensure project milestones are met.
  • Track project budgets and expenses, report on financial performance, and forecast project costs.
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to minimize potential disruptions to project timelines or deliverables.
  • Ensure projects are compliant with all regulatory, safety, and environmental standards as required by government contracts.
  • Communicate project status regularly to senior management, clients, and other stakeholders through formal reports and presentations.
  • Coordinate and manage resources across multiple departments to ensure efficient project execution.
  • Maintain accurate and complete project documentation, including contracts, reports, and change orders.
  • Other reasonable directives, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Education, Experience And Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or related field (required).
  • Minimum of 8 years of project management experience in industries related to DOE, DoD, or government contracting (required).
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred), or equivalent experience in project management roles.
  • Experience working with project management tools and methodologies, such as Earned Value Management (EVM) and contract compliance in government settings (required).
  • Must receive a satisfactory pre-hire drug screen and background check.
  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
  • Must be able to meet the physical requirements.

Skills And Competencies

  • Exhibits CTI values.
  • Safety and Quality First. We foster ownership and accountability for the highest level of safety and quality. We are committed to zero incidents and continually improving our performance based upon our successes, lessons learned and industry best practices.
  • Integrity and Ethics. We treat our people, clients and partners with integrity and respect and operate with honesty and transparency.
  • Our People. We are a compassionate and collaborative organization that truly values our people. We strive to recruit, encourage, challenge and empower our people to deliver high-quality, sustainable and cost-effective solutions while providing rewarding career opportunities at all levels.
  • Teamwork. We assemble high-performing, cross-functional teams involving our people and partners to achieve our clients’ project goals and expectations.
  • Innovation. We encourage and promote creative thinking that challenges the norm and brings about innovative solutions.
  • Project Management: Solid understanding of project management processes, from initiation to closure, including scope, cost, and quality management.
  • Financial Acumen: Proficient in managing project budgets, cost analysis, and financial reporting.
  • Problem Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop creative solutions for project challenges.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey project information effectively to stakeholders at all levels.
  • Team Leadership: Ability to manage and coordinate teams across multiple departments or subcontractors to achieve project goals.
  • Risk Management: Skilled in identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure project success.

CTI and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided upon qualifications, merit, and business need.

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