Senior Construction Project Manager

About the Company: A well-established Nashville general contractor with a deep, active pipeline of K-12 and commercial work - real stability, not one project and a question mark. Known for a collaborative culture and long-tenured teams who stick around, the firm is growing because the work is here, and is looking to add a seasoned Senior Project Manager to join the team.

Job Description: This is a cradle-to-grave Senior Project Manager role where you own the project from preconstruction through construction and final closeout - making real decisions without being buried under layers of oversight. The current workload is heavily weighted toward K-12 and commercial. The ideal candidate is a self-sufficient leader who can run complex projects independently, drive results, and be a steady point of leadership for the team around them.

Select Responsibilities: Provide overall leadership and accountability for assigned projects, from preconstruction through closeout Own project budgets, schedules, staffing, and financial performance Drive buyout, subcontractor negotiations, and scope development Serve as the primary liaison with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors Partner with and direct field leadership to keep projects on schedule, on budget, and to quality standards Proactively identify and resolve issues affecting cost, schedule, or quality Mentor and develop Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field staff Ideal Candidate 5–10 years of Project Manager experience on K-12, commercial, or similar ground-up projectsA proven track record of running projects independently, start to finish Strong command of project financials, scheduling, buyout, and subcontractor management The kind of steady leadership that raises the whole team Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills Proficiency in construction management software and Microsoft Office Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; strong experience carries equal weight What's on Offer: Competitive base salary of $140K–$160K, based on experience Bonus program Company vehicle or allowance Company cell phone or allowance Comprehensive health benefits 401K with employer matchA deep, active project pipeline offering real long-term stability True project ownership - you lead the project, the budget, and the teamA collaborative shop with long-tenured people and a senior seat with room to shape how teams and processes run