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Job Title: Senior Project Manager- Commercial Construction Projects Location: Rochester, New York Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $130,000.00 - $165,000.00 Contractor Work Model: Hybrid – onsite and remote

Overview The Senior Project Manager, Project Delivery (SPM) will oversee all aspects of the implementation of the Contract for a Delivery Project, or a portion of an IS Delivery Project. They are responsible for managing the financial aspects of the Project, Subcontractors, Vendors, Client relationships and delivering a safe, quality outcome the meets or exceeds Company commitments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the implementation of construction contracts for commercial projects, ensuring safety, quality, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Manage project teams, subcontractors, vendors, and client relationships to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Maintain a safe work environment through active site planning, safety protocol reviews, site walks, and safety meetings.
• Lead project scope management, including setting up project management systems (Procore), and overseeing change management, documentation, and reporting.
• Negotiate and authorize vendor purchase orders and subcontracts to meet project milestones and budget targets.
• Establish and manage project schedules, including baseline schedules focusing on energy savings and key milestones.
• Prepare, review, and distribute monthly project reports, cost assessments, and quality assurance documentation.
• Ensure proper change management procedures, including RFIs, drawing revisions, and client directives are followed accurately and promptly.
• Facilitate effective communication with all project stakeholders through meeting agendas, minutes, and risk mitigation planning.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients to achieve predictable, successful project delivery.
• Manage and develop project management staff to ensure consistent performance and growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in commercial construction project management.
• Effective communication skills—verbal, written, and presentation.
• Proven leadership ability with a resourceful approach to resolving issues and motivating teams.
• Ability to multitask and perform additional duties as necessary.
• Experience managing projects in healthcare, higher education, or industrial campus facilities is preferred.
• OSHA 30, CPR, and First Aid certifications are highly desirable.
• Experience working with mechanical or electrical contractors is a plus.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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