Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction – El Paso TX

Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction

Location: El Paso, TX (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $160,000 - $170,000 Annually (Based on experience) + Yearly Bonus

Company Introduction

This opportunity is with a nationally recognized construction firm specializing in large, complex commercial and healthcare projects. The company is known for its strong safety culture, technical expertise, and ability to execute high-visibility work across the country.

As an employee-owned organization, the firm offers long-term stability, a collaborative team environment, and meaningful opportunities for career growth and leadership advancement. Project teams are empowered to take ownership of outcomes while being supported by strong internal resources, systems, and leadership.

Role Overview

The Senior Project Manager owns project outcomes across safety, schedule, quality, financial performance, and client satisfaction on significantly complex commercial construction projects valued at $100M+. This role leads the full project lifecycle from preconstruction through closeout, managing people, processes, and client relationships while delivering projects safely, on schedule, and profitably.

This is a GC-side leadership role. Candidates must come from general contractor environments and have direct ownership of project financials, schedules, and subcontractor management, not advisory, owner's rep, or consulting roles.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and model a strong safety culture across the project team; investigate incidents and retrain staff as needed
• Manage all phases of the project lifecycle: preconstruction, buyout, construction, and closeout
• Support preconstruction including quantity takeoffs, trade coordination, scope development, bid packages, schedule development, and bid analysis
• Lead buyout strategy: verify pricing and scope, conduct gap analysis, issue subcontracts
• Establish and manage submittal schedules; review and approve shop drawings and samples prior to submission
• Lead coordination among subcontractors, owners, field leadership, design teams, and vendors
• Manage the change order process including pricing reviews, schedule impacts, and owner/architect approvals
• Lead project meetings including OAC meetings, progress meetings, and monthly project reviews
• Oversee subcontractor and owner pay applications monthly
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules in collaboration with the Project Superintendent using Lean principles
• Identify schedule risks and implement mitigation strategies related to scope changes, manpower, weather, and procurement
• Prepare monthly cost reports and margin forecasts; actively manage budgets and drive financial performance
• Prepare detailed project documentation impacting budget, schedule, quality, safety, and legal matters
• Lead project closeout including punch lists, subcontract closeout, warranties, and final financial reconciliation
• Interface with legal counsel as required on contractual matters

Required Background

• Currently or recently employed at a General Contractor (GC); owner's rep, developer-side, and construction consultancy backgrounds will not be considered
• $100M+ single project experience required; project values must be listed on resume
• Experience delivering healthcare, higher education, data center, or large-scale commercial projects; multifamily and residential experience does not qualify
• 10+ years of construction management experience at the Senior PM level or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not available
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage client relationships from preconstruction through closeout
• Proficiency with scheduling software (Primavera P6 or MS Project)
• Proficiency with project management and accounting software (CMiC or similar)
• Solid understanding of construction means and methods, project controls, and financial management
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work non-traditional hours and travel as project demands require
• Data center or mission-critical project experience (preferred)
• BIM coordination experience on large commercial projects (preferred)
• LEED AP credential or experience delivering LEED-certified projects (preferred)

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Car allowance provided for project-related travel.
  
• Relocation Assistance.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Long-term growth potential within a respected, employee-owned organization.