Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Public Works Construction
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary Range: 180,000-225,000 base
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, Vehicle Allowance, Professional Development Support, and more.
About Our Client
They are a leading general contractor with decades of experience in delivering high-quality, schedule-driven public works and commercial construction projects. They specialize in municipal buildings, schools, fire stations, libraries, recreation centers, and government facilities. Their team is built on accountability, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence in service and craftsmanship.
Actively are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee complex public sector commercial construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and is experienced working under the regulatory and compliance requirements of public agency contracts.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the full project lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and closeout
- Serve as primary liaison between the company, public clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors
- Manage multiple concurrent projects ranging from $10M to $50M+
- Oversee and mentor project engineers, assistant PMs, and field supervision staff
- Ensure adherence to public contracting requirements, including prevailing wage, certified payroll, and labor compliance
- Drive project performance to meet cost, schedule, safety, and quality goals
- Administer project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes
- Collaborate with estimating during pre-construction and participate in competitive bid reviews
- Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and maintain positive client relationships
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field
- 10+ years of experience in commercial construction, with 5+ years focused on public works projects
- Proven success managing ground-up and renovation projects for public agencies (schools, civic buildings, etc.)
- Deep understanding of public bidding processes, contract types (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, Lease-Leaseback, CMAR), and public procurement rules
- Strong working knowledge of California Building Code, DSA, and OSHPD (if applicable)
- Proficient in project management tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or Primavera P6
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
- PMP certification or LEED accreditation is a plus
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to project sites
What We Offer
- Challenging, high-visibility projects that shape public spaces and serve communities
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
- Opportunities for advancement into executive leadership
- Competitive compensation and bonus structure
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Support for continuing education and professional development