Senior Project Manager

Swinerton•Santa Clara, CA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy dating back to 1888, known for shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. The company operates with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters. Swinerton employs an integrated ecosystem of expertise, bringing together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Their collaborative, interdisciplinary approach allows them to respond to any project challenge, regardless of size, location, or complexity. When joining Swinerton, individuals become part of a dynamic network of employee-owners committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth. The company invests in employee development, offers competitive benefits, and empowers individuals to make a meaningful impact on projects and communities. The Senior Project Manager role involves the overall management of construction projects, aiming for successful project completion.

Requirements

Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experience
Field construction management experience (8-10 years, including supervisory skills)
Leadership ability
Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
Organizational and communication skills
Drafting and computer skills
Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating)

Responsibilities

Able to perform all Project Manager’s responsibilities (refer to position descriptions)
Manage multiple or large, complex projects
Estimate and establish budgets and contract price (GMP/Lump Sum)
Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchases
Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery
Keep project on schedule
Develop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and Subcontractors
Work with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety procedures
Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management
Manage, train, and supervise project team according to Company policy
Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors
Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms
Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change Orders
Direct preconstruction services and activities
Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packages
Assist with business development and participate in job interviews
Maintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project)
Support estimating staff (bid item specialist)
Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict
Complete all job close-out procedures
Conduct warranty follow-up (1-year warranty walks)
Complete project with full or enhanced fee
Complete other responsibilities as assigned