Senior Project Manager

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and oversight of assigned projects, ensuring safety, schedule, quality, and profitability goals are achieved.
• Review and approve estimates, proposals, budgets, schedules, and contract documents.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to Project Managers, Engineers, and field staff.
• Monitor and manage subcontractor and vendor performance.
• Oversee project risk management, cost controls, and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, contract requirements, and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership and estimating teams on business development and pursuit of new opportunities.
• Represent Wagner Construction at client meetings, community events, and industry functions.

Related Responsibilities:

• Support recruitment, retention, and development of high-performing project teams.
• Ensure timely project reporting, documentation, and financial closeout.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and safe work environment.
• Identify process improvements to enhance project efficiency and profitability.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (preferred).
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive project management experience in heavy civil, underground utilities, or site development.
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale or high-profile projects ($25M ).
• Strong leadership skills with proven ability to mentor and guide teams.
• Track record of building long-term client relationships and repeat business.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Bluebeam, and project management/estimating software (e.g., HCSS Heavy Bid).
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-production environment.
• Flexibility to work in diverse locations as project needs change.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Typical office environment with regular visits to construction sites (outdoors and indoors).
• Extended periods of desk and computer work.
• Frequent interaction with clients, subcontractors, and staff.
• Regular field exposure to varying weather and active construction environments.
• Some travel required.