Senior Project Manager - Commercial

Wharton-Smith•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

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About The Position

Wharton-Smith, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a commercial construction background for the Palm Beach Gardens area. The role oversees all stages of construction, from scope development through project closeout, and is responsible for delivering projects on time and within budget while prioritizing quality and safety. The successful candidate manages large-scale and/or multiple projects, builds strong client and project-partner relationships, and supports the development and performance of project teams. The position works with clients, owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, the Superintendent, Preconstruction Services, and other company departments. Responsibilities include project cost and schedule management; contract, procurement, payment, and change management; jobsite oversight; commissioning and owner training where applicable; and project closeout. The Senior Project Manager also reports project financial performance and major issues to the Division Manager and coaches team members at varying career stages.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or another relevant field.
Five or more years of experience in engineering, construction, or a related field.
Proven success completing multimillion-dollar projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to use computer-based CPM scheduling programs.
Ability to use construction management software.
Developing leader and team player.

Responsibilities

Manage large-scale projects and/or multiple projects simultaneously.
Build strong relationships with clients and owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors, supporting repeat business through the Doer/Seller Model.
Maintain a positive company image with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and team members.
Set up and maintain project cost accounting.
Develop and maintain project schedules.
Implement and manage personnel project assignments.
Partner with Preconstruction Services on value engineering, constructability, bidder solicitation, estimating assistance, and proposal generation.
Develop a Schedule of Values and generate monthly payment applications.
Negotiate major subcontractor agreements and equipment and material purchase orders.
Assist with subcontractor and owner contract term modifications and riders.
Facilitate subcontractor and owner coordination and progress meetings, and document meeting minutes.
Review and approve subcontractor payment applications and vendor invoices.
Track and evaluate subcontractor change management.
Monitor submittals, shop drawings, and purchase orders to support accurate and timely delivery of equipment and materials.
Manage contracts, bonds, insurance certificates, contract compliance, and warranties.
Monitor budgets, schedules, cost reports, and job progress, and review them weekly with the Superintendent.
Visit jobsites regularly to review site supervision, job progress, production planning boards, work quality, and jobsite safety.
Manage change orders, extra work orders, and disputed claims with the owner and the owner's representatives through resolution.
Resolve major disputes with vendors and subcontractors.
Manage facility startup and commissioning where applicable.
Provide owner training to end users and turn over contract closeout deliverables.
Review and report project financial information and performance, and report major conflicts requiring resolution to the Division Manager.
Assist the Superintendent with job startup and mobilization and ensure clear delineation of managerial and administrative responsibilities within the project team.
Work with the Communication and Marketing Department to develop presentations and project-specific write-ups for qualification packages.
Collaborate cross-functionally with departments and key functions.
Maintain group morale and foster strong team spirit.
Coach and mentor team members at varying levels and career stages to support their growth and potential.