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Sr. Project Manager (Lexington, NC)

The Planet Group
Lexington, NC Contractor
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026

Senior Project Manager
Location: Lexington, NC
Compensation: $100,000–$117,000 annually
Schedule: Onsite, Monday–Friday

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction-related projects and programs for a well-established organization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys driving projects from planning through closeout, and is confident managing budgets, vendors, stakeholders, and project execution at a high level.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead large-scale projects and oversee multiple program activities from kickoff through completion
  • Define project scope, coordinate bid packages, and work with qualified vendors across multiple disciplines
  • Review and compile bids, then provide recommendations for vendor selection and project awards
  • Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
  • Oversee contractor and vendor performance to help ensure project goals, timelines, and quality expectations are met
  • Maintain accurate project documentation throughout the full project lifecycle, including contracts, meeting notes, change records, and closeout materials
  • Provide regular status updates and executive-level communication to leadership and stakeholders
  • Support project administration, scheduling, reporting, and financial tracking activities
What We’re Looking For
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 10 years of project management experience within the construction industry
  • Strong background in construction project delivery, budgeting, accruals, and financial oversight
  • Experience with vendor coordination, contractor management, and stakeholder communication
  • PMI certification required
  • Additional certifications or industry affiliations are a plus
Skills for Success
  • Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, budgets, forecasts, and regulatory requirements
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to build trust and maintain strong working relationships with clients, contractors, field teams, and leadership
  • Comfortable presenting project updates, recommendations, and reporting to senior stakeholders
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Project, and email communication tools
Why Apply

This is an opportunity to step into a high-visibility role where you can make a direct impact on important projects, work with cross-functional teams, and contribute to a growing project management environment. We’re looking for someone who can bring leadership, structure, and strong execution to every phase of the project lifecycle.

Here’s a slightly more polished job-board style version too, if you want something even more applicant-friendly:

Senior Project Manager | Construction Projects
Lexington, NC | Onsite | $100K–$120K

We’re hiring a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex construction projects for a respected organization with a strong project pipeline. This role is a great fit for a seasoned PM who can confidently manage scope, budgets, vendors, schedules, and stakeholder communication while keeping projects moving forward efficiently.

In this role, you’ll lead project execution from early planning and bidding through closeout, ensuring quality, financial performance, and client satisfaction every step of the way. You’ll work closely with internal teams, contractors, and leadership to drive results on high-impact initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing large construction projects and related programs
  • Defining scope and coordinating bid packages across vendors and trades
  • Evaluating bids and making award recommendations
  • Building and managing budgets, accruals, and financial forecasts
  • Monitoring contractor performance and project progress
  • Maintaining contracts, reports, meeting documentation, and closeout records
  • Delivering regular updates to key stakeholders and leadership

Qualifications:

  • 10 years of construction project management experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • PMI certification required
  • Strong experience with budgeting, contractor/vendor management, and project financials
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools

If you’re a proactive project leader who enjoys managing complex work and building strong partnerships, this could be an excellent next step.




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