Senior Project Manager

At Findorff, we bring expertise and value in construction that extends far beyond building. From humble beginnings in 1890, Findorff has now grown to become one of the region's most trusted construction firms. As an employee-owned company, our staff take pride in shaping communities through a commitment to quality and relationships.

As a Senior Project Manager, you have strong negotiation skills and the aptitude to navigate difficult situations with professionalism and ethics. You have demonstrated leadership and are expected to successfully manage a project team. Your expertise, work ethic, attention to detail, and versatility will form the foundation of every build.

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster, develop, and maintain strong relationships with Owners, Architects, Subcontractors and colleagues while building consensus with project stakeholders through positive communication.
• Prepare and manage the process of issuing subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, monthly payment requests for project teams.
• Actively manage contract terms and compliances, including prompt invoice approval, resolving issues, and Certificates of Insurance.
• Create and update project schedules and keep project stakeholders informed.
• Proactively manage procurement logs and submittal processes.
• Assist Superintendent with short duration scheduling, quantity tracking, and Top 10 lists.
• Demonstrate active participation in Storyboarding efforts.
• Has demonstrated a broad knowledge of building systems, components and construction methods, including the complexities in dependency and sequences of all construction related activities.
• Proven record of strong and timely project close-out.
• Actively participate in business development efforts including, requests for proposal responses and interviews.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Finance or related field (equivalent experience in lieu of degree will be considered).
• At least 10 years of progressive experience managing construction projects exceeding $50 million.
• A broad knowledge of building systems and construction methods.
• Experience with a self-perform GC is a plus.
• An understanding of the complexities and sequences of all construction activities.
• Knowledge of construction law, contract terms, dispute resolution, and risk management.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits
• A people-first, inclusive culture
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Generous PTO and floating holidays
• Healthy 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Paid Parental Leave
• Findorff Shop credit to buy company swag
• Career growth and development
• Mentorship and guidance

Diversity matters. Findorff recognizes the talents of all, appreciating the different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives that make us a stronger company and partner for the communities we live and work in.

Findorff provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them
Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Job Security - Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Growth Opportunities - Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help
Work-Life Balance - Inspired to perform well by having ample time to pursue work and interests outside of work
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Bachelors of Mechanical Engineering (preferred)
Bachelors of Engineering (preferred)
Bachelors of Architecture (preferred)
Bachelors of Construction Engineering (preferred)
Bachelors of Construction Management Services (preferred)
Bachelors of Civil Engineering (preferred)