Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – Design Build - General Contracting Division

Who We Are:

Place Services Inc. (PSI) is a national leader in commercial construction, headquartered in Canton, Georgia. Since 2006, we’ve grown from a four-person startup to a team of over 800 strong by consistently delivering construction excellence to clients across grocery, retail, military, and healthcare sectors.

We pride ourselves on our people-first values, commitment to quality, and a that supports long-term career growth. Whether in the field or at the office, PSI empowers employees to take ownership, strive for excellence, and grow with purpose.

What You’ll Gain:

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and accident insurance
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Access to mentorship, tools, and leadership development
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects across the country

What You’ll Do:

As a Construction Project Manager in our General Contracting – Design Build, you’ll take ownership of complex commercial buildouts from pre-construction through closeout. You’ll lead cross-functional teams, guide financial performance, manage stakeholder relationships, and deliver projects that meet or exceed expectations—on schedule, on budget, and with precision. Your key responsibilities include:

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead diverse project teams with accountability, delegate effectively, mentor junior staff, and serve as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders.
• Project Planning, Scheduling, and Execution: Oversee projects from initiation to closeout, develop schedules, allocate resources, and ensure all project milestones and deliverables align with PSI standards.
• Budgeting and Financial Management: Own the project budget from pre-construction to completion—managing estimates, cost controls, change orders, billing, and gross margin performance using PSI’s financial systems.
• Labor Management, Timekeeping, and Performance: Align workforce levels with project needs, oversee daily reporting, and coach field leadership to ensure accurate documentation and team productivity.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, ensure contract compliance, and support safe, informed decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain clear, professional communication with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams; lead meetings and ensure alignment on expectations, progress, and outcomes.
• Construction Knowledge and Materials: Apply technical construction knowledge to sequencing, supplier coordination, and material sourcing while ensuring compliance with specs and regulations.
• Safety and Quality Control: Promote a proactive safety culture and lead quality assurance efforts through audits, field talks, and adherence to OSHA and PSI standards.

Who Will Thrive in this Role:

The ideal candidate for this role isn’t just technically capable—they lead with ownership, accountability, and an unwavering commitment to quality. You’ll thrive in this role if you:

• Take full ownership of your projects—always in command, never caught off guard.
• Lead with accountability and inspire the same in others.
• Deliver with excellence, from early planning through final closeout.
• Think critically and act resourcefully--ask "why" and challenge assumptions in pursuit of the best approach and outcome.
• Communicate clearly and professionally, and build trust through collaboration and a "we over me" mindset.
• Embrace continuous learning and improvement, and seek out opportunities to grow.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and new systems with agility.
• Understand and apply construction tools, systems, and best practices with confidence.
• Represent PSI’s core values in every interaction—with clients, partners, and teammates.
• Strive to exceed client expectations and create lasting impressions.

What You Bring:

Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years of experience managing full lifecycle commercial construction projects, OR,
• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field AND 3 years of experience managing full lifecycle commercial construction projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success managing or supporting commercial construction projects of $1M in value.
• Strong knowledge of full-scope commercial construction workflows, scheduling, and coordination.
• Ability to lead a team, communicate clearly, and take full ownership of project delivery.
• Working knowledge of project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Fieldwire, Procore, or similar), Microsoft Office Suite, Primavera, and ERP systems.
• Financial acumen to manage budgets, interpret reports, and drive cost-effective decisions.
• Familiarity with PSI’s financial systems (Acumatica JobView, Velixo).
• Experience in estimating, quantity take-offs, or subcontractor negotiations.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Physical Abilities / Work Environment

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift, carry, and position objects up to 15 pounds without assistance.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed.

As an EEO employer, Place Services, Inc. is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.