Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Location: Texas Dallas Huston or Austin

Stelvio are working with a client seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the planning, organization, budgeting and daily operation of a complex project

.You will take ownership of client engagement and project delivery, including contractual scope, supporting teams, financial performance and the resources required to meet project obligations. The role has a strong focus on customer relationship management, commercial awareness and contract management

.Responsibilitie

sIn this role, you will

• :Manage the overall client relationship throughout the project
• .Identify and engage key stakeholders while understanding relationships within the client organization
• .Act as the primary client contact, providing regular updates on project progress, risks and opportunities
• .Monitor client satisfaction and respond promptly to concerns
• .Build long-term relationships with clients, contractors, subcontractors and vendors at all levels
• .Stay informed about changing client requirements and relevant industry developments
• .Develop comprehensive project plans covering scope, schedule, budget and resource allocation
• .Oversee project execution, maintenance and closeout
• .Ensure delivery complies with quality standards, safety regulations and contractual requirements
• .Establish and maintain appropriate change-control processes
• .Ensure compliance with applicable standards, codes and regulations governing construction and IT projects
• .Lead, mentor and motivate engineers, technical specialists and other project team members
• .Promote collaboration, effective communication and knowledge sharing
• .Oversee the negotiation, administration and management of client, subcontractor and vendor contracts
• .Monitor contractual deliverables, milestones, terms and payment schedules
• .Track project performance and maintain accurate reporting and forecasting
• .Manage budgets, costs and resource allocation
• .Produce timely and accurate project financial reports
• .Establish budget controls and escalate significant financial concerns
• .Take responsibility for project-level profit and loss
• .Develop and manage operating budgets
• .Identify project risks and establish mitigation plans to reduce disruption and potential liquidated damages
• .Manage internal and external complaints toward mutually beneficial resolutions
• .Undertake additional project responsibilities when required

.Qualification

sYou will need

• :A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a comparable subject
• .PMP certification
• .At least five years of experience managing highly complex projects
• .Proven experience delivering complex operational projects on time and within budget
• .Senior-level customer relationship management experience
• .Strong project management and financial management capabilities
• .Effective negotiation, communication and presentation skills
• .The ability to work with stakeholders throughout all levels of an organization
• .A practical, hands-on approach to problem-solving
• .Experience guiding and mentoring office-based and field-based team members
• .Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• .A clear commitment to integrity and operational excellence
• .Experience using project management software
• .Knowledge of ERP platforms such as NetSuite or SAP
• .Knowledge of Agile methodology
• .Proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams and Outlook
• .The ability to create and generate detailed project reports
• .An understanding of Oracle and Java-based environments

.It would be beneficial if you have

• :A graduate degree
• .Experience within government, tolling or another highly regulated industry