Centennial is recruiting a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead construction projects, heavily focused on-site work, for a multi-generational family-owned company in Cincinnati. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing projects with complex site design, leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering results on time and within budget.

The Senior Construction Project Manager will oversee the annual scope, budget, and schedule for Repairs & Maintenance (R&M), expansions, and brownfield developments. This role involves collaborating with civil, structural, and MEP engineers, architects, landscape architects, and testing and geotechnical firms. The candidate must excel in problem-solving, multitasking, coordinating with contractors, and maintaining attention to detail. Effective communication with stakeholders is crucial to project success.

After a 60-90 day training period with 50% travel, the Senior Construction Project Manager will hire and train a Project Manager to take over daily on-site supervision and most travel. Once the PM is fully trained, the Senior Construction Project Manager's travel will reduce to 30%, allowing them to focus on strategic project oversight, value engineering as well as budget and milestone tracking.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review shop drawings and submittals; coordinate technical reviews with engineers and architects.
• Evaluate daily contractor work for compliance with plans, maintain accurate project records, and ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
• Lead pre-construction and job meetings, prepare minutes, and distribute to all parties.
• Review contractor schedules, pay requests, and punch lists; manage project close-out (warranties, as-builts, lien releases).
• Address issues including but not limited to poor workmanship, unforeseen conditions and scope change, resolving in a timely manner with ownership, consultants and contractors.
• Ensure projects meet approved budgets, contract terms, and safety standards.
• Train and manage a full-time Project Manager.
• Communicate project progress, managing in-state and out-of-state projects simultaneously.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in construction science or management, architectural engineering, or civil engineering preferred.
• Construction Manager certification by the American Institute of Constructors or Construction Management Association of America preferred.
• At least 5 years of related experience.
• Must have site experience.

COMPENTECIES

• In-depth knowledge of construction management processes and best practices.
• Strong understanding of design, bidding, and construction phases.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proactive leader with ownership of team processes.
• Effective conflict management and crisis resolution skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional time and project management skills.
• Collaborative team player, effective at all organizational levels.
• Self-starter adaptable to lead or support roles.
• Detail-oriented and deadline-driven.
• Capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient in reading site, MEP, and architectural plans.
• Familiar with work orders, safety rules, and operational guidelines.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, and Project; Bluebeam and Procore experience is a plus.