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Sr. Project Manager (Federal Construction/MEP Focus)

Seneca Holdings
Buffalo, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/2/2026

Seneca Federal Solutions is part of theSeneca Nation Group (SNG) portfolio of companies. SNG is Seneca Holdings' federal government contracting business that meets mission-critical needs of federal civilian, defense, and intelligence community customers. Our portfolio comprises multiple subsidiaries that participate in the Small Business Administration 8(a) program. To learn more about SNG, visitthe website and follow us onLinkedIn.

Our team of talented individuals is what makes us successful. To support our team, we provide a balanced mix of benefits and programs.Your total rewards package includes competitive pay, benefits, and perks, flexible work-life balance, professional development opportunities, and performance and recognition programs.We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability, voluntary benefit programs (critical illness, hospital, and accident), health savings and flexible spending accounts, and retirement 401K plan. One of our fundamental principles is to offer competitive health and welfare benefits to our team members, providing coverage and care for you and your family. Full-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefits and paid leave programs. We pride ourselves on our collaborative work environment and culture, which embraces our mission of providing financial and non-financial benefits back to the members of the Seneca Nation.

Seneca Federal Solutions, aSeneca Nation Group (SNG) company, is seeking aSenior Project Manager to deliver highvalue technical and building-envelope work at federal facilities and government agencies, such as the Department of Defense, Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), and Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC).

This role is 100% remote with approximately 30% travel to job sites to conduct site visits for inspections, installation and start-up activities, lead client meetings, and to assess project progress and compliance. The ideal candidate will reside in an area with convenient access to a major airport. Additionally, access to federal worksites is required for this role. As such, candidates must meet eligibility requirements and successfully pass associated background checks.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Manage medium to large, full-lifecycle turnkey projects, reporting financials, controlling budgets, streamlining operational functions, and resolving project issues, while meeting stringent deadlines
  • Project Management tasks to include proposal development, management of resources, project budgets and forecasting, and schedule management throughout to project closure
  • Develop and manage a detailed traditional project schedule and work plan
  • Estimate Proposal budgets based on scope of work and resource requirements
  • Provide project presentations to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and estimates to complete
  • Create and maintain strong federal customer relationships
  • Observe and inspect construction activities to ensure project requirement compliance and established quality and safety standards are met
  • Direct, or indirectly supervise:
    • Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers
    • Superintendents, Site safety & Quality-Control personnel
    • Foremen and field crews, Subcontractors and specialty vendors

Basic Qualifications:

  • Seven to Ten years of project management experience overseeing full lifecycle of medium to large complex multi-year projects within the Federal building-envelope space.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management from an ABET-accredited program
  • Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) Management experience.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Project and/or Primavera P6.
  • Experience and understanding of commercial/industrial infrastructure design, engineering, manufacturing, and construction processes.
  • Knowledge and experience managing Electrical, Mechanical, and building-envelope construction projects.
  • Strong understanding of construction safety.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • Ability to pass background investigations, drug screening, and site-access requirements.
  • Ability to travel and work at federal, military, correctional, industrial, and other controlled-access facilities.
  • Ability to communicate professionally with government officials, commercial customers, subcontractors, field personnel, and executive management.
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in geographically dispersed locations.

Desired Skills:

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification / Certified Construction Manager (CCM) / Certified Professional Constructor (CPC)
  • Demonstrated experience managing interior building construction projects including Electrical, Fire Suppression, and HVAC.
  • Civil infrastructure experience for underground utilities and structural foundations.
  • Mechanical infrastructure experience with building construction for water/wastewater utilities.
  • Power infrastructure experience with backup generators and/or micorgrids.
  • Experience managing building-envelope projects including repairs, restorations, and roof replacements.
  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification.
  • Experience managing projects requiring bonding, security clearances, Buy American compliance, or domestic material sourcing.
  • Convenient access to a major airport to accommodate travel

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to visit active construction sites and access rooftop work areas.
  • Ability to climb ladders and stairs and navigate uneven or elevated surfaces.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and inspect work for extended periods.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and fall-protection equipment.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds when necessary.
  • Ability to travel by automobile and commercial aircraft.

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.


Seneca Holdings provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, a victim of domestic violence status, veteran status, or other protected class status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. The Company also prohibits retaliation against any employee who exercises his or her rights under applicable anti-discrimination laws. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Company does give hiring preference to Seneca or Native individuals. Veterans with expertise in these areas are highly encouraged to apply.


 

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