Project Manager

in Architecture, Engineering & Construction
  • Indianapolis, IN View on Map
  • Salary: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00
Permanent

Job Detail

  • Experience Level Senior
  • Degree Type Bachelor of Science (BS)
  • Employment Full Time
  • Working Type On Site
  • Job Reference 0000010316
  • Salary Type Annually
  • Industry Construction
  • Selling Points

    Step into a key leadership role where you’ll mentor junior staff, collaborate closely with superintendents and estimators, and be trusted to make high-level decisions that impact the company’s future growth.

Job Description

Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction (Greater Indianapolis Area)

Confidential General Contractor

A well-established commercial contractor is seeking a Senior Project Manager to take the lead on high-profile construction projects across Indiana. This is a leadership opportunity for someone with strong client-facing experience, a track record of delivering complex builds on time and within budget, and the ability to mentor junior staff while managing financial performance from preconstruction through closeout.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead the full lifecycle of commercial construction projects, from kickoff through turnover
  • Act as the primary liaison between ownership, design teams, and subcontractors to maintain alignment and drive communication
  • Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring compliance with schedule, budget, contract specs, and safety standards
  • Collaborate with field superintendents to ensure quality execution and resolve onsite issues
  • Track project financials including billing, cost reports, change orders, and budget forecasting
  • Participate in project strategy sessions and client meetings to maintain transparency and trust
  • Manage procurement, review shop drawings and submittals, and enforce contract terms
  • Mentor and oversee junior Project Managers, Engineers, and administrative team members

What You Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related discipline (Master’s a plus)
  • 10+ years of experience managing commercial construction projects, ideally including multifamily, mixed-use, healthcare, or urban developments
  • Proven leadership capabilities managing internal teams, subcontractors, and consultants
  • Strong working knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling tools, and project management software (Procore, Microsoft Project, etc.)
  • Clear and professional communication style with a client-first mindset
  • Ability to lead by example, think on your feet, and solve problems in real time

Why You Should Consider This Role:

  • High-impact leadership role on large-scale projects in a growing market
  • Stable backlog of repeat clients and exciting new builds
  • Opportunity to mentor and shape the next generation of project leaders
  • Company values safety, transparency, and strong long-term client relationships
  • Competitive compensation, vehicle allowance, and full benefits package
  • Mix of office and jobsite involvement to stay connected to the work

Location:

Based in Indiana with regular jobsite visits. Travel is limited to the region.

Supervision:

Will directly manage project teams of 2+ employees and oversee subcontractors and consultants on assigned builds.

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