Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager | Commercial Construction | Wilmington, NC

A well-established and highly respected commercial construction firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead major projects throughout the Wilmington market. This is a local position with no travel requirements, offering the opportunity to manage impactful projects while building strong relationships within the coastal North Carolina community.

The ideal candidate is a proven construction leader with experience overseeing complex projects from preconstruction through closeout, driving schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction while mentoring project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for commercial construction projects from planning through completion.
• Manage project budgets, forecasting, contract administration, and financial performance.
• Lead project teams, including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and support staff.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring milestones and client expectations are achieved.
• Coordinate with owners, architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving issues impacting schedule, budget, or quality.
• Lead project meetings, reporting, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor agreements, scopes of work, and procurement strategies.
• Ensure successful project closeout, turnover, and client satisfaction.
• Mentor and develop team members while fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of commercial construction experience, including significant project management responsibility.
• Proven track record managing large-scale commercial, healthcare, multifamily, education, industrial, or mixed-use projects.
• Strong expertise in project financial management, scheduling, contract administration, and risk management.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and construction management software platforms.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license required.

Why This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned construction professional seeking a long-term, Wilmington-based leadership role with a strong project pipeline and no routine travel requirements. The company offers a stable platform, collaborative culture, and the opportunity to lead significant projects while making a lasting impact on the local market.