Industrial/Manufacturing Senior Project Manager - PA at Kadean Construction Company INC

East Whiteland Township, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Nov, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Risk Management, Financial Management, Contract Management, Safety Compliance, Client Development, Leadership, Communication, Negotiation, Scheduling, Construction Management, Design-Build Delivery, Team Development, Logistics Planning, Technical Scope Integration, Constructability Analysis

Industry

Construction

Description

Description The Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for the successful delivery of projects from preconstruction through closeout, primarily through early engagement and/or design-build delivery methods. This role ensures that projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety goals while building and maintaining strong client relationships. The SPM leads project teams, manages risk, and upholds company standards, acting as the key point of accountability for both internal and external stakeholders. As a master of all phases of project execution—from first client introduction to final closeout—the SPM confidently and independently leads at least one significantly complex project while mentoring less-experienced project managers, modeling client trust-building and professional excellence. This includes managing the pace and technical demands common in industrial environments such as manufacturing, cold storage, food and beverage distribution, and logistics facilities. Requirements Key Responsibilities: 1. Preconstruction: · Lead internal coordination during project pursuit and early planning phases, prioritizing early constructability analysis and market specific opportunities aligned with industrial delivery models. · Collaborate with internal and external vendors, specialty services, engineers, and design partners to align budgets, schedules, and constructability reviews. · Manage vendor and subcontractor engagement during preconstruction to ensure accurate buyouts and scopes. · Manage and guide design-build delivery models. 2. Project Planning & Management: · Develop and oversee project execution plans, staffing, and resource allocation. Plans must accommodate market specific timelines and technical scope integration. · Works directly with superintendent and project team to develop logistics plans and understands construction flow and constraints to optimize efficiency of a site. · Lead turnover meetings, project startup processes, and risk assessments. · Act as primary liaison between owners, design partners, and field teams. 3. Schedule Management: · Develop and maintain master project schedules. · Monitor milestones, identify risks, and implement corrective actions. · Coordinate with field and subcontractor teams to ensure on-time delivery. 4. Contract Management: · Review, negotiate, and manage owner contracts, subcontracts, and vendor agreements. · Ensure compliance with contractual obligations throughout the project lifecycle. · Mitigate risks by proactively addressing scope gaps, change orders, and disputes. 5. Financial Management: · Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting. · Monitor change management and revenue recognition. · Ensure projects achieve or exceed targeted margins. 6. Technology, Education & Process Implementation: · Utilize project management and financial systems for real-time tracking. · Ensure project documentation, reporting, and workflows follow company standards. · Promote training and adoption of new technologies. 7. Safety: · Enforce company and OSHA safety standards across all sites. · Participate in safety inspections and events. · Hold project teams accountable to safety KPIs and reporting protocols. 8. Client Development & Retention: · Serve as the primary client contact during entirety of the project delivery process. Develop lasting relationships with clients and anticipate their facility and operational needs. · Conduct post-project reviews and ensure client feedback is addressed. · Build long-term client relationships to secure repeat business and referrals. 9. Soft Skills & Leadership: · Demonstrate strong communication and decision-making abilities. · Build trust with clients, partners, and project teams. · Mentor and develop project managers, engineers, and field staff. · Foster collaboration and a solutions-oriented culture. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) · Schedule Performance: % of projects delivered on or ahead of schedule. · Industrial Market Responsiveness: % of industrial bids won or delivered within strategic schedule targets. · Financial Performance: Achieve budgeted margins; track change order recovery. · Safety: Maintain 100% Compliance. · Client Satisfaction: Post-project survey scores; maintain industrial client retention rate above target. · Team Development: Retention and promotion of project staff. · Risk Management: Minimal disputes or claims; proactive contract oversight. · Process Compliance: Accurate and timely reporting; adherence to SOPs. Qualifications: · Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field. · Prior experience managing industrial construction projects is a must. · Experience guiding design-build delivery methods, from conceptual stage to project completion. · 10-12+ years of progressive project management experience. · Demonstrated success managing large, complex projects. · Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets > $10M. · Proficiency in scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project) and project management platforms (Procore, CMiC, or similar). · Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills. Work Environment: · Office-based with frequent travel to job sites and client locations. · Regular collaboration with field leadership, design teams, and project partners. Physical Abilities: Sit or stand for most of a typical workday. Maneuver between floors of the office Lift and move up to 25 pounds. Ability to reach above shoulder level for filing or gathering data and records. *Kadean is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring that projects meet schedule, budget, quality, and safety goals. This role includes leading project teams, managing risks, and maintaining strong client relationships.