Senior Project Manager
Reports To: Vice President of Operations (with executive oversight from the COO)
Company Overview
Rogers & Willard, Inc. is a leading commercial contractor serving the Southeastern United States. We deliver ground-up and renovation projects across multiple sectors—including automotive, c-stores/gas, commercial, education, light industrial, multifamily, office, restaurant, warehouse, and historic renovations—ranging from $1M to $20M+. We are committed to safety, quality, schedule reliability, and an outstanding client experience.
Guided by our core values—People Matter Most, Whatever It Takes, Relentless Progress, and Do the Right Thing—the Senior Project Manager plays a critical role in delivering these commitments by leading complex projects, mentoring project teams, and ensuring seamless execution across all phases of construction.
Position Summary
The Senior Project Manager is accountable for the full lifecycle of assigned projects, from award through closeout. This role leads internal teams (Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers) and trade partners to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and financial goals. The Senior Project Manager oversees contracts, budgets, procurement, risk management, and stakeholder relations while fostering a high-performance culture. This position requires leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage large, complex, or multiple projects simultaneously. It offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on Rogers & Willard’s success while advancing long-term career growth within the company.
Roles and Responsibilities
Leadership, Planning & Schedule Control
- Own the project from award through closeout, leading the internal team and trade partners to meet all goals.
- Monitor submittal, shop drawing, and procurement processes for accuracy and timeliness.
- Review budgets, schedules, cost reports, and job progress weekly with the Superintendent.
- Partner with Preconstruction on value engineering, constructability, bid solicitation, estimating, and proposals.
- Conduct regular jobsite visits to review site supervision, progress, safety, and quality.
- Maintain and publish the schedule of record in Procore every two weeks; drive lookahead planning and recovery plans.
- Lead weekly subcontractor coordination meetings and monthly OAC meetings, issuing agendas and minutes within 24 hours.
Financial Management (P&L Ownership)
- Maintain project budgets in Procore, including modifications, buyout savings, and accurate cost coding.
- Complete 100% buyout within 10 business days of handoff; execute subcontracts and purchase orders with clear scopes and exhibits.
- Review and approve subcontractor pay applications, vendor invoices, and monthly AIA pay applications.
- Target 10–20% overbilling for positive cash flow; manage lien waivers and compliance documents.
- Lead change order management, claims resolution, and owner negotiations to protect schedule and profitability.
- Forecast costs to complete; participate in monthly Budget & Billing Reviews with leadership.
Change Management & Risk
- Support subcontractor and owner contract modifications.
- Negotiate major subcontract agreements and material/equipment purchase orders.
- Manage contract compliance: insurance, bonds, warranties, and certified payroll (if applicable).
- Control change events in Procore from initiation through execution, ensuring impacts are documented.
- Proactively identify risks (design, long-lead items, weather, access) and implement mitigation strategies.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
- Partner with the Superintendent to enforce project quality plans, mockups, commissioning, and functional testing.
- Champion R&W’s safety culture; ensure subcontractor credentials and documentation are complete before mobilization.
- Coordinate third-party inspections, AHJ approvals, permits, bonds, and compliance documentation.
Project Controls & Documentation (Procore)
- Ensure team compliance with Procore: Daily Logs (weather, manpower, ≥10 photos/day), RFIs, Submittals, Observations, Inspections, Meeting Minutes, Commitments.
- Enforce communication protocol—calls/texts followed by written Procore/email documentation.
Client & Stakeholder Relations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for the Owner/Architect/Engineer; set expectations, escalate early, and maintain trust.
- Lead closeout: zero punch list, O&M manuals, warranties, training, as-builts, and turnover documents; secure TCO/CO and final payment.
People & Process Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and coach project staff; set expectations, delegate effectively, and hold teams accountable to SOPs and EOS tools.
- Foster morale, collaboration, and team spirit across all levels.
- Partner with Marketing to develop project-specific presentations and qualification packages.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process gaps, proposing updates, and sharing lessons learned.
Experience and Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive commercial construction experience, with 5+ years as a lead Project Manager delivering $3M–$20M projects.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent experience.
- Proven ability to manage large-scale and/or multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong track record of on-time, on-budget delivery with effective change order management and forecasting.
- Proficiency with Procore (Budget/Commitments, RFIs, Submittals, Meetings, Daily Logs, Photos, Schedule) and working knowledge of schedule logic.
- Blueprint/specification literacy across CSI Divisions 1–16; familiarity with testing/inspection protocols.
- Financial acumen: cash flow, over/under billing, retainage, fee protection, accrual-based impacts.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- OSHA-30 preferred; demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to travel to regional jobsites and work in active construction environments.
Key Performance Indicators (Examples)
- Schedule adherence (on-time milestones; minimal critical-path slippage).
- Gross profit vs. budget and accuracy of cost-to-complete forecasts.
- Overbilling target (10–20%) maintained; timely AR/retainage collection.
- RFI/Submittal cycle times and documentation quality.
- Daily Log compliance and photo documentation standards met.
- Client satisfaction and punch list closure duration.
Core Value Alignment
At Rogers & Willard, we run our business on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS), ensuring clarity, accountability, and alignment. Every team member should embody our core values:
- People Matter Most – Build strong relationships with clients, partners, and teammates.
- Whatever It Takes – Take ownership of outcomes and resolve challenges proactively.
- Relentless Progress – Drive improvement in processes, systems, and results.
- Do the Right Thing – Uphold integrity, fairness, and professionalism at all times.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary commensurate with experience
- Quarterly and Annual Bonus opportunities based on company performance and eligibility
- 401(k) Employer Match and Profit-Sharing Plan
- Company-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Short-Term Disability & Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick leave
- Company vehicle allowance or program
- Technology Allowance (phone/laptop)
- Professional Development and Leadership Training Support
Equal Opportunity Employer
Rogers & Willard is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected classification. We are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and where everyone feels valued, included, and empowered to succeed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 4% Match
- AD&D insurance
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Mobile, AL 36602 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Mobile, AL 36602: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
