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Senior Bridge Engineer/Project Manager

Eugene, OR · On-site

$99K - $129K/yr

Senior Bridge Engineer/Project Manager Seeking an experienced bridge and transportation structures project manager to join and lead our client's growing structural department. The firm provides ...

BELFOR Holdings

PM- Project Manager

Springfield, OR

BELFOR Project Managers have either a restoration or construction focus. Qualified candidate will ... Requirements: * Assist other PM, and Senior PM's and volunteer for CAT duty as possible * Advance ...

Enginuity Advantage

Mechanical Project Manager

Springfield, OR · Hybrid

$85K - $116K/yr

Clear opportunities to advance into senior leadership or a subject matter expert track * Competitive compensation and company performance bonus What You'll Do As a Mechanical Project Manager, you'll ...

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How much do contract senior project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract senior project manager in Springfield, OR is $131,141.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,100.00 and $151,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract senior project manager?

Contract Senior Project Managers are experienced professionals hired on a temporary or project-specific basis to oversee and lead complex projects within an organization. They are responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects while ensuring that goals, timelines, and budgets are met. Unlike permanent employees, they typically work under a contract for a set duration or until the completion of a project. Their expertise is often sought for projects requiring advanced management skills, industry knowledge, and the ability to quickly integrate into different teams. Contract Senior Project Managers often bring fresh perspectives and specialized skills to organizations needing extra leadership during periods of change or growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a contract senior project manager?

To thrive as a Contract Senior Project Manager, you typically need extensive project management experience, a proven track record of leading complex projects, and a relevant degree or PMP certification. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana, as well as contract management systems, is essential. Outstanding leadership, negotiation, and communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while effectively managing teams and stakeholder expectations.

What are some common challenges faced by contract senior project managers, and how can they be addressed?

Contract Senior Project Managers often navigate unique challenges such as quickly integrating into new teams, aligning stakeholders with varying expectations, and delivering projects within strict timeframes. Since contract roles require rapid acclimation, it’s important to establish clear communication channels and build trust with both internal teams and external clients early on. Proactively setting project objectives, clarifying roles, and leveraging standardized project management methodologies can help overcome these challenges and ensure successful project delivery.

What is the difference between Contract Senior Project Manager vs Contract Project Coordinator?

AspectContract Senior Project ManagerContract Project Coordinator
CredentialsPM certifications (PMP, CAPM), relevant experienceBasic project management knowledge, organizational skills
Work EnvironmentLeading projects, strategic planning, stakeholder managementSupporting project tasks, scheduling, communication
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in industries like construction, IT, engineeringCommon in administrative and support roles across industries

The Contract Senior Project Manager focuses on leading and managing entire projects, requiring advanced certifications and experience. In contrast, the Contract Project Coordinator supports project teams with coordination and administrative tasks. Both roles are essential but differ in responsibility level and scope.

What job categories do people searching Contract Senior Project Manager jobs in Springfield, OR look for?

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Electrical Construction Senior Project Manager

EC Electric

Eugene, OR • On-site

$145K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

The Senior Project Manager leads the project team and has overall accountability for completing assigned construction projects successfully. The Senior Project Manager is fully responsible for cultivating opportunities for future construction projects by providing excellent customer service, injury free environment by ensuring safe work practices, maintaining quality assurance, and building a financially successful project. The Senior Project Manager typically oversees 10 active projects and acts as the primary with Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers reporting to them.

Responsibilities include:

  • Supervise multiple Project Managers who are managing multiple projects.
  • Manage up to $30 million-dollar of electrical construction projects or multiple large projects simultaneously.
  • Decision-making responsibility concerning project cost, time and performance.
  • Accountability for project planning, execution, job cost tracking, and job closure.
  • Provide monthly project status detail and percent of completion reports.
  • Monitor and control project(s) through administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
  • Initiate and maintain liaison with owners and other contacts to facilitate project activities.
  • Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.
  • Interfacing with contractors, vendors and in-house operations.
  • Cross-selling of other company operations through fully integrated solutions.
  • Supporting an injury free work environment and safety culture.

Requirements

Experience and skills required:

  • Minimum 15 years’ experience in selling, estimating, and managing multi-million-dollar Industrial Construction or Advanced Technology projects.
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering plus 10 years’ construction project experience; or in lieu of degree, 5 years’ experience as an Electrical Foreman or General Foreman on large projects, plus 10 years as a Project Manager required.
  • Proven record of successful relationships and marketing skills, preferred.
  • Superior knowledge of electrical codes and construction methods, required.
  • Must have proven experience managing 100k+ man-hour projects.
  • Proven experience with heavy power distribution systems, instrumentation installation, and process control and system integration, required.
  • Thorough applied knowledge of project QA/QC procedures and system turnover.
  • Ability to demonstrate a high level of competency in labor, material, and contract management.
  • Competency in earned-value tracking, labor efficiency index, and crew composite factors.
  • Proven ability to complete a detailed take off and all required estimating for electrical projects.
  • Relevant experience in electrical subcontracting is a must.

Benefits

Salary range for this position is $145,000-$185,000 annually. 

Opportunity for a discretionary year-end bonus.

401k with a 40% employer match (up to federal limit.)

Please find more information on our compensation package here.

https://ecpowerslife.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/EC-Benefit-Summary-Applicants.pdf

In addition to significant career growth opportunities, full-time employees enjoy a competitive pay rate, paid holidays and PTO; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401k plan and Employee Assistance Program.

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EC Electric is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and supports a drug free workplace program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or characteristics, protected veteran status, or other protected classifications in accordance with federal law.

“Know Your Rights” labor poster click the link below for additional provision under this federal mandate.

https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

EC Electric participates in E-Verification. Click the below links for more information.

E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish

E-Verify Right to Work

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. If you require any accommodations, please reach out to Human Resources at hr@ecpowerslive.com.

Learn more about our company, visit our website at: www.ecpowerslife.com. CCB# 49737