Senior Project Manager

Vanir Construction Management, Inc.•Seattle, WA

143d•$140,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Vanir PNW seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead project management activities for K‑12 new construction and renovation projects. The role supports all project phases, ensuring compliance with contract documents, schedule, budget, and quality requirements. Reports to the Project Director and may supervise administrative staff, project engineers, and assistant CM/PM personnel. Position may be required to travel to other projects throughout the state of WA. Projects are located throughout Tacoma (Pierce County), Seattle (King County and Port of Seattle), and Clallam County.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field or 7+ experience in the industry in lieu of a degree
5+ years of project management experience with senior-level oversight
K–12 project experience (planning, design, and construction) required
Experience with public agencies and school districts required
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Experience in project accounting, cost management, and administrative functions
Knowledge of construction contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications
Experience managing design phases (user groups, constructability, specifications)
Ability to manage deadlines, resolve issues proactively, and track to completion
Experience with local permitting authorities and change order negotiation
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CM tools (Bluebeam, Procore, Prolog, Primavera)
Experience with project controls, estimating, cost control, and scheduling

Nice To Haves

Preferred experience across multiple market sectors, including justice, municipal, and healthcare projects.
Experience with procurement (RFPs, RFQs, bid evaluations)
School district bond program experience
Professional license (Architect, Engineer, or General Contractor)
PMP certification (or willingness to obtain)
Design-build experience; DBIA certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

Lead planning, coordination, and execution to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality goals
Serve as primary liaison with school districts, design teams, contractors, and public agencies
Develop project procedures and support contract administration and A/E coordination
Oversee cost management, scheduling, change management, risk mitigation, and project controls
Manage design coordination, constructability reviews, bid phases, and project meetings
Track progress against milestones and KPIs; provide status reporting
Ensure compliance with safety standards, codes, permits, and agency requirements
Supervise, mentor, and develop PMs, Assistant PMs, CMs, and project staff
Support project closeout and owner turnover