What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager position at Sessley Building Services?
Company Description
Sessley Building Services is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, high-impact construction projects while mentoring and guiding project teams. This role is suited for a strategic leader who brings strong industry expertise, excels at client relationship management, and drives accountability across all phases of construction. You will oversee multiple projects, influence business outcomes, and play a critical role in advancing our operational and leadership standards. The company provides full project support from pre-construction to completion, offering expert guidance from seasoned professionals including superintendents, project managers, and engineers. Learn more about our mission, team, and accomplishments at sessleybuilding.com.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in Columbus, OH, for a Senior Project Manager. The Senior Project Manager will oversee all aspects of construction projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution, ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and budget. The role involves managing contractors, coordinating logistics, conducting inspections, and maintaining consistent communication with stakeholders. Additional responsibilities include problem-solving, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years experience in Construction Project Management or Estimating, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
- Supervise total construction efforts to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. Includes interfacing with client representatives, AE representatives, other contractors, etc.
- Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site superintendent to ensure project is built to schedule and within budget. Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect the company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with clients.
- Keep upper management informed as to the progress of the project, its financial status, and current Owner-Architect relations.
- Facilitate the development of all personnel assigned to the Senior Project Manager
- Strong Logistics Management skills, including coordinating resources, vendors, and timelines effectively
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in project management tools and software
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field (preferred)
- 5 years of experience managing large-scale construction projects
- Knowledge of construction means & methods, construction safety, local building codes and regulations is preferred