Senior Project Manager - Atlanta, GA
A leading family-owned national general contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their Atlanta team. As a Senior Project Manager, you will provide executive-level leadership on large, complex projects while serving as the main client interface. This builder offers the stability of a family-owned organization with the resources of a top-ranked GC and a strong track record delivering high-profile projects across sports, aviation, healthcare, civic, and mission critical markets.
What You’ll Do
- Oversee projects valued at $75M+ or multiple large projects as the Senior Project Manager of record
- Lead client relationships, serving as the executive-level point of contact throughout project delivery
- Develop and manage project staffing plans and mentor project teams
- Direct strategy for project execution, scheduling, budgets, forecasting, and risk management
- Oversee change management, contract negotiations, and pursuit planning with marketing/business development teams
- Ensure project safety, quality, and profitability while maintaining strong client relationships
What You Bring
- 10+ years GC experience (with proven record leading $75M+ projects as Senior Project Manager)
- Proven record managing complex projects $75M+ in value
- Experience in one or more sectors: sports/recreation, healthcare, aviation, civic, or mission critical/data centers
- Strong leadership, client-facing, and communication skills at the executive level
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- OSHA 30 certification preferred
Why Join
- Family-owned stability with long-tenured leadership and a reputation for loyalty
- Competitive compensation: $160K–$200K base + performance bonus (BOE)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, disability, life insurance
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Career growth opportunities into executive leadership roles
- Nationally recognized for award-winning safety culture and high-profile project portfolio
Our client is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to succeed. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Our client is an EEOC Employer and encourages all minority groups to apply.
Our client is an EEOC Employer and encourages all minority groups to apply.
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