Senior Project Manager

BFL Construction•Phoenix, AZ

12d

About The Position

Founded in 1973, BFL Construction has a diverse portfolio of projects within the Institutional, Non-Profit, Commercial, Education, Health & Biomedical, Industrial, and Multi-Family space and is part of the Revird portfolio of companies. As a specialist in construction management, we provide complete oversight of each project from preconstruction to close-out and ongoing services throughout the warranty period. Urban Metro Builders Inc. (Company) is a division of BFL Construction and specializes in multi-family and single-family residential projects. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and offer a competitive salary and a well-rounded benefits package, including 401k contributions, health and dental benefits, and paid time off. We fully support the growth of our team and have formal and informal training/development opportunities to help you succeed in your role and meet your aspirations. We have an Impact committee that focuses on mental health, community involvement and environmental footprint. In addition, we conduct annual employee engagement surveys and take steps to continuously strengthen our employee experience. The Senior Project Manager is accountable for the full lifecycle execution of multiple construction projects, from preconstruction through closeout and warranty. This role owns project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and cash flow. The role leads project execution in coordination with the Superintendent, manages Project Engineer(s), coordinates with the accounting team, and is responsible for all major project decisions, contract administration, subcontractor management, and risk mitigation.

Requirements

8+ years of experience with a General Contractor managing ground-up commercial and/or multifamily construction projects
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred, or Equivalent combination of education and relevant field experience
Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with individual project values up to $50M–$120M+
Demonstrated full financial ownership of projects, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and cash flow management
Minimum 5+ years of experience directly managing Project Engineer(s) or equivalent support staff
Strong working knowledge of: Owner contracts and subcontract agreements, Change order management (owner and subcontractor), Cost reporting and cost-to-complete forecasting
Proven involvement in: Preconstruction and subcontractor buyout, Scope leveling and contract alignment, Full project lifecycle delivery through closeout and warranty
Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel required), Scheduling software (Microsoft Project or equivalent; Primavera preferred)
Strong ability to: Lead projects independently with minimal oversight, Make decisions in real time under pressure, Maintain alignment between field operations and project controls
Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
Demonstrated integrity and professionalism in dealing with clients, subcontractors, and consultants

Responsibilities

Full ownership of project financial performance across multiple projects
Develop and maintain budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Maintain forecast accuracy within
Protect and maintain project margin from buyout through closeout
Identify cost exposure early and implement recovery plans
Manage billing, cash flow, and accounts receivable
Lead monthly financial reporting
Interpret and enforce owner contracts and subcontracts
Manage all change orders with proper documentation and timing
Ensure no work proceeds without written authorization
Maintain required notices and documentation
Identify and mitigate financial and contractual risks early
Lead day-to-day operations across multiple projects
Ensure alignment between schedule, budget, and field execution
Meet schedule milestones or implement recovery plans
Coordinate closely with Superintendent for execution and planning
Oversee submittals, RFIs, and change management
Drive proactive issue resolution
Review drawings and specifications for gaps and risk
Lead subcontractor scoping, leveling, and buyout
Coordinate with estimating to validate budgets
Establish budget structure, schedule, and procurement strategy
Ensure clean transition into construction
Manage Project Engineer(s) with clear accountability
Ensure documentation accuracy and organization
Maintain alignment with Superintendent (no disconnect between field and office)
Ensure reporting is accurate and forward-looking
Communicate risks early with solutions
Hold subcontractors accountable to scope, schedule, and quality
Enforce production expectations
Require detailed pricing breakdowns for all changes
Review and approve pay applications
Maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants, and/or owner’s representatives.
Maintain a balance between long-term client relationships, repeat business, profitability, and contract-compliant execution.
Drive closeout through final completion
Complete punchlist and documentation
Finalize financial reconciliation
Oversee warranty and issue resolution