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Senior Project Manager - Commercial Interiors/Life Sciences

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Skyline is Building Better Together

Come join us at Skyline Construction, a leader in commercial interior construction founded in 1996. Today, Skyline operates multiple offices located throughout California, Washington, and Illinois. Skyline is a 100% employee-owned, award-winning General Contractor, with an award-winning CEO at the helm. We believe that we are “building better together.”

What’s in it for you?

Direct your own projects
Our Sr. Project Managers sell, estimate, schedule, manage and oversee all aspects of their own construction projects. If you thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where your earning potential is directly tied to your profitability on projects, this role is for you.
Lead a dynamic team
You will be responsible for building and mentoring your team of Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Project Coordinators.
Build industry relationships
You will establish your own book of business while forging relationships with clients, architects, construction managers, brokers, property managers and subcontractors. You will attend client presentations, networking events, and industry functions as a representative of the company.
What will you be doing?
Skyline’s Sr. Project Managers oversee complex commercial construction projects. In this role, you will head a team of talented construction professionals to turn your client’s vision into reality. A successful Sr. Project Manager will use their experience and leadership to drive a project to completion- safely and efficiently.
Our teams use a variety of tools, such as ProCore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft platforms to keep them on the cutting edge of construction management. Additionally, as a Sr. Project Manager, you will interact with professionals from all levels of the industry and, most importantly, clients.

As a Sr. Project Manager you will serve in the following areas:

Prepare bids, budgets and respond to formal RFPs.
Participate in interviews to secure new work.
Lead pricing, value engineering, site selection investigations and building assessments.
Develop site logistics plans.
Create detailed project schedules in conjunction with superintendents.
Serve as the client point of contact.
Establishing and maintaining client, subcontractor, and industry relationships.
Oversee procurement, cost, and change management during project.
Lead weekly project meetings with client and subcontractors.
Oversee project closeout process.
Manage all aspects of project accounting, financial projections and reporting, and AR collections.

The successful candidate will possess:

10+ years of construction project management experience in life sciences projects.
Experience including supervising/managing project superintendents and project staff. Leadership experience preferred.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated experience in any type of laboratory space renovation including chemistry, biology, vivarium, cGMP manufacturing, electronic labs and clean rooms.
Experience managing medium to large, complex and/or multiple jobs at one time.
OSHA, LEED and first aid certifications preferred, but not required.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with major coursework in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field preferred.
Development of client relationships, sales/business development for new opportunities.
Mentor colleagues and participate in annual staff reviews.
Proficient in Microsoft Project, Procore, Timberline, BlueBeam and PlanGrid.
Strong project estimating and scheduling skills.
Excellent written and verbal communicator.

Perks and Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Competitive Medical Insurance plan options including an HSA plan with Company deductible contributions.
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K Plan Matching
Unlimited PTO
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Gym reimbursement program
Ability to enroll in various voluntary benefits ( Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Assistance and more.)

$150,000 - $190,000 a year

The actual salary will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. The range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Based on you meeting our benefit eligibility requirements, we offer the following benefits: health, disability, life, dental, vision, Employee Stock Ownership Program and other retirement plans.

Skyline is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, age, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, medical condition, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, military/veteran or disability status or any other bases under the law.

Skyline Construction Glassdoor Company Review

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Skyline Construction DE&I Review

4.5

CEO of Skyline Construction

Jessica Carps

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What You Should Know About Senior Project Manager - Commercial Interiors/Life Sciences, Skyline Construction

Join Skyline Construction as a Senior Project Manager specializing in Commercial Interiors and Life Sciences right here in beautiful San Diego, California. With our rich history since 1996 and multiple office locations across California, Washington, and Illinois, we're proudly a 100% employee-owned general contractor that values the spirit of collaboration, encapsulated in our motto, 'building better together.' This is your chance to take charge of your own projects—think estimating, scheduling, and overseeing every aspect of construction. If you're looking for an entrepreneurial environment where your earning potential is tied directly to your project's profitability, this role will excite you. As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll lead and mentor a talented team of Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Project Coordinators while building essential relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors. You'll be actively involved in the entire life cycle of complex construction projects, ensuring we bring our clients’ visions to life efficiently and safely. Your experience in managing laboratory spaces and large-scale projects will be key as you prepare bids and budgets, engage in value engineering, and maintain client relations. We provide cutting-edge tools like ProCore and Bluebeam to keep you ahead in construction management. Plus, enjoy a wealth of benefits including competitive insurance options, unlimited PTO, and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, making your career with Skyline not just a job, but a community culture where you can thrive and grow.

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What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Project Manager at Skyline Construction?

As a Senior Project Manager at Skyline Construction, your primary responsibilities include overseeing complex commercial construction projects, managing a dynamic team, preparing bids and budgets, leading value engineering initiatives, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. You'll also be involved in project scheduling, procurement, cost management, and ensuring a successful project closeout.