Senior Project Manager - Education Construction - Columbus, OH

About Our Client

They are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and inclusivity in our workforce. They are a well-established, forward-thinking, inclusive, and people-first firm with over 50 years of business success.

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering all areas of project management, such as project planning, resource allocation, cost control, schedule management, quality management, contract administration, and safety management.
• Establish alignment with the Project Lead on goals, project approach, and responsibilities, and maintain strong connections throughout the project.
• Oversee and direct the project team; reviewing their work and resolving project challenges and issues.
• Create subcontracts and prepare purchase orders.
• Manage the change order process, from initiation through execution.
• Oversee job cost reports and provide monthly cost projections (WIP).
• Serve as the primary client contact, as determined in coordination with the Project Lead.
• Responsible for overall management of the project(s), working with the project team(s).
• Work in close collaboration with others to review estimate and contract documents and understand unique aspects of the project.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.
• Build strong relationships with clients and industry leaders in order to secure future work and maintain a reputation in the community.
• Will need to have an in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies, and business practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

• 8+ years of Project Management experience
• 4+ years working on higher education or K- 12 projects
• Construction Management or Engineering degree preferred
• Supervisory and training experience.
• Proficient in MS Office, Primavera P6, and Procore preferred
• Well organized and structured work habits.
• Strong focus on detail and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to direct, organize, and communicate with people of all levels and personalities.
• Demonstrated ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to associates, clients, management, or public groups.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and negotiate effectively.
• Strong analytical skills, judgment, and reasoning.

What's on Offer

The Senior Project Manager will be offered:

• $130,000-$150,000 base salary (DOE)
• Bonus program
• Car allowance
• 70% of health insurance premiums are paid by employer (including family plans)
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Plan with Matching Contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Mental Health Days
• Fitness Reimbursement Program
• Continuing Education Opportunities
• Strong Philanthropic Culture