What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager (Indianapolis, IN) position at McFarland Construction U.S.?
Company Overview
McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm specializing in general contracting, design/build, and construction management services. We deliver high-quality projects across a wide range of markets including Financial Services, Health Sciences, Energy, Mission Critical, and the Public Sector.
Founded in 2010, McFarland has grown to become the largest African American-owned general contractor in the Carolinas. Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, with regional offices in Raleigh, NC and Indianapolis, IN, we continue to expand our footprint and impact throughout the Southeast and Midwest.
We’re proud to be ranked #18 Largest General Contractor in Charlotte, #3 Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the region, and among the Top General Contractors in the Southeast.
If you’re looking for your next career move and want to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking, and fast-growing company, McFarland Construction is the place for you. Join us and help shape the future of construction.
Job Summary
As a Senior Project Manager (SPM) you will be responsible for the management and delivery of commercial construction projects. We are looking for a highly motivated design/build SPM, who is passionate about the construction process, to join our McFarland team. You will manage multiple projects and be the point person for the overall project lead.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Manages multiple construction projects within the organization’s portfolio for new and existing construction projects
- Works with key stakeholders and other functional business units to deliver on a diverse portfolio of project types with an ability to conduct construction meetings and presentations
- Assists with project planning and chartering, including responsibility for preliminary budget and schedule information
- Provides support to secure project entitlements, permits and other required approvals with a knowledge of regulatory and code requirements for construction management
- Prepares scope, bid documentation and evaluations to support contracting of external vendors and consultants on a variety of projects with an ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
- Design/build experience with general contractors
- Plan and implement large to mid-size construction projects
- Direct and lead the work of project superintendents
- Evaluate new construction strategies and procedures
- Ensure deadlines and cost targets are met
- Maintain required project documentation
- Serve as a liaison between business and field construction aspects of projects
- It is comfortable directing and controlling the work of others
- Review and approve project expenditures and subcontractors pay requests monthly
- Be willing and able to travel if the designated project requires
- Attend on-site project status meetings, establish meeting agendas, and work with all team members to problem solve
- Ensures that project teams are managing and updating schedules weekly while holding subcontractors accountable to the schedule
- Ensures work is performed on sites in accordance with OSHA and Lifetime Construction standards
Education & Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field
- 5 years’ experience in Commercial and Construction Management
- 3 years of Leadership Experience
- Procore Certified
- Strong Project Management skills
- Ability to travel as required
- Experience working in cross-functional
- Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
- Deadline and detail-oriented
- Strong leadership qualities
- Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project. Experience with Procore a plus.
