Senior Construction Project Manager

Abbott Construction•Columbia, SC

About The Position

Ajax Building Company, part of STO Building Group, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The role partners with field leadership, subcontractors, and project stakeholders to deliver high-quality projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. The Senior Project Manager is the primary point of contact for owners, architects, and engineers and manages project performance, cost, and risk. The position reports to and is directly accountable to the Project Executive. The Senior Project Manager leads and develops project personnel, coordinates project execution, and oversees project procedures, budgets, schedules, procurement, contract administration, and performance reporting. The role audits project activities through closeout and warranty, maintains relationships with clients and project partners, and promotes safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Ajax Building Company is a commercial contractor delivering projects across the Southeast in healthcare, K–12, higher education, justice, municipal, mission-critical, and other institutional markets. It is part of STO Building Group, whose family of companies includes over 4,000 employees across the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland.

Requirements

10 or more years of relevant construction project management experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Strong understanding of industry practices and trends and their impact on the corporation.
Advanced interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

General Contractor License preferred.

Responsibilities

Hire, lead, develop, and manage project personnel, including delegating and reassigning responsibilities in line with company policies and project needs.
Lead project execution, coordinating field teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract documents.
Establish and implement project operating procedures to support consistency, efficiency, and successful outcomes.
Oversee the development and management of project budgets and schedules, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and proactive risk management.
Review and analyze project performance reports to manage cost, schedule, quality, and safety, and keep leadership informed of status and risks.
Manage procurement and approve material purchases, equipment rentals, and jobsite tools not included in the original estimate.
Represent the company in communications and negotiations with owners, architects, engineers, and key stakeholders.
Oversee contract administration, including approval of agreements and costs associated with equipment, repairs, and subcontractor or vendor scope.
Audit and monitor project activities from contract execution through closeout and warranty to support efficiency, profitability, and compliance.
Build and maintain relationships with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and partners.
Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement, including participation in the Quality Improvement Plan.