Construction Senior Project Manager

Job Type Full-time Description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager

Department: D20 – Project Management

Reports To: Manager of Projects

Status: Exempt, Full-Time

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Position Summary:

The Senior Project Manager is a senior operational and people-leadership role responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and oversight of SC Swiderski’s residential construction projects from acquisition and preconstruction through closeout. This role provides direct leadership to the Project Management team while maintaining accountability for budgets, schedules, contracts, and regulatory compliance across multiple concurrent projects.

The Senior Project Manager reports to the Manager of Projects, and partners closely with Construction Management, Field Operations, Development, Accounting, Procurement, and Executive leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with SCS’s standards of quality, integrity, and community impact. This position plays a critical role in advancing project management discipline, standard operating procedures, and team capability across the organization.

This position requires a strong combination of field expertise, leadership maturity, and strategic insight. The ideal candidate models professionalism, fosters collaboration, and continuously advances our reputation as a trusted, innovative builder of communities.

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Mission, Vision, and Values Alignment

At S.C. Swiderski, our work is guided by a clear purpose:

Mission: To enhance the housing industry by providing quality, sustainable, and accessible residential communities through integrated design, construction, and management.

Vision: To be Wisconsin’s premier residential builder and developer—recognized for innovation, craftsmanship, and integrity.

Values: Quality, Trust, Integrity, Community, and Innovation.

 

The Senior Project Manager embodies these values daily by:

• Delivering quality through precise field execution and continuous improvement.
• Building trust by leading transparently, communicating clearly, and upholding safety and compliance.
• Acting with integrity in every interaction—with Field Operations, Subcontractors, and Community Partners.
• Strengthening communities through teamwork, mentorship, and responsible project delivery.
• Driving innovation by seeking better, safer, and more efficient ways to build.

 

Job Duties:

Project & Portfolio Leadership (40%):

• Oversee the workloads of the project management team to include training, mentoring and follow-up
• Communicate regular team progress to the Manager of Projects
• Oversee and manage acquisitions, working with engineers, and architect on project plans,
• Prepare budget and cost estimates from preliminary to final
• Oversee the bid process, contract selection and negotiations, contracts and final budgets
• Explain contract, specification, and technical information in a clear concise manner
• Develop construction schedules, with project deliverables, and milestones
• Manage the project and staff from conception to completion 
• Ensure budget constraints are monitored closely to ensure budget adherence
• Provide Monthly Budget Reviews to Manager of Projects,
• Provide Department Communications to the Manager of Projects and company,
• Ensure building permits, licenses, are procured and that code regulations are met.
• Manage material inventory and equipment
• Provide regular data reporting and analytics to leadership team as requested

 

Quality Assurance & Compliance Management (35%

• Lead continuous improvements and SOP development,
• Ensure all work is carried out to specific standards, building codes, guidelines, and regulations
• Supervisor and monitor construction project progress and provide reports on timeline, progress, and adjustments 

 

Team Development, Leadership & Culture (25%)

• Working with Human Resources and the Manager of Projects, build the Project Manager team through recruiting, mentoring, and coaching team members to higher levels of performance and productivity.
• Manage potential and real conflicts between all stakeholders in the construction process.
• Provide leadership, establish, and maintain effective and productive working relationships of the project management team and promote positive morale
• Develop Team performance within Sage Construction Management, actively working on improving and developing productivity within the system,
• Able to build solid relationships with team members, vendors, and customers 
• Provide timely and cordial interaction with supportive work groups such as Accounting, Maintenance, HR, etc.

 

Requirements

Qualifications:

Education & Licensure:

• Construction management, building science, engineering degree or an appropriate level of education & job experience is required
• 15+ years’ experience in residential or commercial construction field, preferred
• Must have valid driver’s license with reliable transportation to and from the job site to conduct regular site checks of work progress and ensure proper safety standards are being met
• OSHA 10 certification or the ability to obtain one in 90 days

 

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• 10 years+ proven work experience in construction as a project manager with technical knowledge, project management; administrative and construction processes,
• 10 years of people management experience, w\oversight of direct reports
• Overall working knowledge of construction processes to identify issues as well as be able to develop resolution of the issues.
• Working knowledge of the construction contracts, permitting and project scheduling
• Ability to manage time effectively to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills 
• Project cost tracking, estimating, bidding and budgets experience
• Strong leadership and management skills with ability to oversee multiple projects 
• Advanced in Microsoft Office applications and project management software

 

Work Schedule:

45–55 hours per week, Monday–Friday, with occasional Saturdays as project needs dictate. Must be able to travel between job sites in Wisconsin. Must be available for regular in-state travel, with occasional overtime or overnight stays depending on job site location.

 

Physical Requirements:

• Must have a valid Class D driver’s license to work on our job/property sites.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to sit at a computer desk for long periods of time
• Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in-person and/or on the telephone

 

Special Requirements:

This position requires the ability to work 40 – 45 hours per week during normal business hours of Monday – Friday, with occasional hours outside out of that range as business necessitates. Site visits and occasional travel are required with this position Incumbent must have good organizational skills, be self-motivated, possess good time management skills and can communicate with people on all levels.

 

Work Environment:

Most of this position is in a professional corporate office setting dealing with our Pre-Development Department, Architect, Executive Management, Ownership, and customers. Occasional in-state travel to active jobsites is required with this position.

 

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

 

Benefits:

A competitive pay package, with an excellent benefits program, including health, dental, life, disability, 401(k), and paid time off (holidays & vacation), are offered to qualified candidates.

 

S.C. Swiderski (SCS), founded in Mosinee, Wisconsin in 1992 is a fully integrated real estate development company. SCS supports the development, design, construction, management, and maintenance of its portfolio. SCS values quality, trust, integrity, community, and innovation in its people and processes. SCS is committed to continuous growth and enhancing the housing industry by concentrating on providing solutions to housing needs.