Sr. Project Manager

CMC Development & Construction•Dallas, TX

32d

About The Position

We are looking for a Senior Project Manager who leads with excellence, operates with the highest standards of integrity, and thrives in a high-performance, people-first culture. If you are a proven construction leader who is ready to take ownership of complex, high-value projects and grow alongside an ambitious organization — we want to hear from you. The Senior Project Manager is CMC's senior-most project delivery leader, responsible for the full lifecycle management of complex commercial construction projects from initiation and planning through execution, closeout, and owner turnover. This role holds total accountability for safety performance, contract compliance, budget integrity, schedule adherence, quality outcomes, and client satisfaction across all assigned projects. The Senior PM leads, develops, and aligns a multidisciplinary construction management team — including direct hire personnel, area construction managers, superintendents, and subcontractors — instilling a culture of craft excellence, proactive planning, and zero-injury safety philosophy on every project they touch.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of progressive construction management experience with demonstrated growth into senior project leadership
Proven track record managing large-scale, complex commercial construction projects — experience with projects exceeding $50M strongly preferred
Deep personal commitment to safety as a core leadership value — not a compliance activity — with a genuine belief that all accidents are preventable
Comprehensive understanding of CII best practices and their practical application in field and management environments
Strong working knowledge of planning and scheduling processes including CPM scheduling, look-ahead planning, and production tracking
Proven ability to lead, develop, and align large, multidisciplinary project teams across direct hire and subcontracted workforces
Demonstrated excellence in contract administration, change management, and project financial management
Exceptional communication skills — written, verbal, and executive-level presentation — across all internal and external stakeholder groups
Experience developing subcontracting strategies, managing bid packages, and leading the full project setup process
Proficiency in project management platforms (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent) and Microsoft Office Suite
BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field — OR equivalent combination of education and demonstrably exceptional field experience

Nice To Haves

Experience managing construction programs in excess of $100M across commercial, institutional, healthcare, or industrial sectors
Experience as a proposal or pursuit manager on competitive construction bids and project pursuits
Familiarity with design-build, design-assist, or CMAR delivery methods
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (current)
PMP, CCM, or equivalent professional project management certification
MS in Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration

Responsibilities

Model and champion CMC's zero-injury safety philosophy through daily personal engagement with the project team and workforce
Establish and enforce a culture where every accident is viewed as preventable and every team member is empowered to stop unsafe work
Ensure full project compliance with OSHA regulations, CMC safety policies, and site-specific safety programs
Hold subcontractors and direct hire personnel to the same uncompromising safety standard without exception
Lead incident investigations when required and drive implementation of corrective actions and lessons learned
Lead comprehensive project planning from initiation through completion — including daily, weekly, and overall project-level scheduling strategy
Drive implementation of CII (Construction Industry Institute) best practices in planning, productivity, and craft execution across all project phases
Lead and champion craft planning processes that deliver high craft productivity, workforce efficiency, and overall cost management
Establish and maintain project baseline schedules; proactively identify and resolve schedule risks before they become delays
Oversee project setup activities including subcontracting strategy development, shop drawing review and processing, and early procurement planning
Serve as proposal manager for medium-sized construction projects — developing construction execution plans, strategies, and cost proposals
Lead, supervise, and develop a high-performing construction management and technical staff team typical of large-scale, complex projects
Manage multiple Area Construction Manager direct reports on projects in excess of $500M, ensuring alignment across all project areas
Drive an effective on-site craft supervisor training, mentoring, and leadership development program that builds CMC's internal talent pipeline
Align the entire project team — from field supervision through executive reporting — around shared safety, quality, cost, and schedule goals
Coach and develop Project Managers and Assistant PMs to build CMC's next generation of project leaders
Ensure full contracts compliance and rigorous financial management within the allocated project budget
Manage contract changes timely and effectively — from identification through negotiation, documentation, and resolution
Maintain detailed cost tracking, forecast-to-complete analysis, and variance reporting to CMC leadership and ownership
Develop and manage subcontract scopes, terms, and performance expectations to protect CMC's financial and legal position
Proactively identify and communicate commercial risks, opportunities, and exposures to the executive team
Serve as CMC's senior point of contact for clients, owners, engineers, and key project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Build and sustain trusted, long-term client relationships founded on transparency, responsiveness, and exceptional delivery
Facilitate alignment between internal teams and external organizations including engineering firms, design partners, and client representatives
Represent CMC with professionalism, authority, and integrity in all owner, agency, and public-facing project interactions
Establish and enforce CMC's quality standards across all project phases, scopes, and subcontract packages
Oversee shop drawing review, submittal processing, and RFI management to ensure full compliance with the approved document set
Drive accountability for corrective action when quality deficiencies are identified — at the subcontractor, supervisor, and staff level