Senior Project Manager

Elford is seeking Project Managers at varying levels of experience to support projects across multiple sectors within the organization. This role is responsible for managing construction projects from pre-construction through closeout, with scope, complexity, and level of autonomy aligned to experience.

Project Managers partner closely with Superintendents, Estimating, Accounting, and leadership to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and to Elford’s quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage construction projects from pre-award planning through final closeout

• Lead project setup including contracts, purchasing, schedules, budgets, and documentation

• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and cost controls

• Coordinate submittals, RFIs, procurement, change orders, and material delivery

• Review and approve invoices, pay applications, change order pricing, and project billings

• Partner with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with schedule, safety, and quality expectations

• Maintain strong working relationships with owners, architects, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams

• Lead job meetings and ensure clear communication of project status, risks, and solutions

• Track projected costs versus estimated costs and produce accurate cost and fee reports

• Support or lead design-build efforts when applicable, coordinating with architects and engineers

• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers (as applicable)

• Ensure complete project closeout documentation, including warranties, punch lists, and turnover materials

• Maintain accurate project data in CMiC and ensure field teams have current project information

• Participate in project interviews, presentations, and pursuit efforts as needed

Experience & Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience

• Experience level flexible — candidates may be considered at the Project Manager I, II, or Senior level based on background

• Typically 5–10 years of construction industry experience, with increasing responsibility in project management or estimating roles

• Experience across multiple project types or market sectors is a plus

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, scheduling, and cost controls

• Ability to manage priorities across multiple stakeholders and deadlines

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Professional verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency with project management and financial systems (CMiC preferred)

• Excellent organization, planning, and leadership abilities

• Willingness to travel as required based on project needs

Why Elford

At Elford, Project Managers have the opportunity to work across multiple sectors, grow their responsibilities over time, and contribute to meaningful projects with experienced teams. Role level, project size, and scope will align with experience.

Don’t Meet Every Requirement?

If you bring relevant construction project management experience and are ready to grow within a strong organization, we encourage you to apply.