SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Project Manager oversees precast construction projects from early design and engineering through production, erection, and final closeout. This role is responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while coordinating closely with internal teams, clients, and external partners. The Senior Project Manager also supports sales and construction services by managing risk, resolving issues, and driving successful project execution.

SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, we empower talented team members to deliver exceptional client experiences through innovative problem-solving across preconstruction, engineering, operations, and project management. Guided by honesty and hard work, we build lasting trust while continuously improving building processes. Through strong collaboration, we deliver safe, reliable results that reduce risk and help our clients and communities succeed.

WHAT WE OFFER

Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead large, complex precast projects from pre-design through completion and closeout
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and owners throughout project development
• Review construction documents and identify constructability issues and design constraints
• Manage project schedules, cost reports, billing forecasts, and overall financial performance
• Oversee contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and scope modifications
• Identify, manage, and mitigate project risks with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with production and erection teams to ensure alignment with project plans and schedules
• Monitor project progress using tracking reports, schedules, and production data
• Participate in subcontractor meetings and support field safety and quality audits
• Lead and mentor project team members, including Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is an experienced construction leader with a strong background in managing complex precast projects from start to finish. They are highly organized, financially and operationally savvy, and skilled at coordinating multiple stakeholders across design, production, and field operations. This individual is a confident communicator and problem-solver who thrives in fast-paced environments, effectively manages risk, and consistently drives projects to successful completion.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred
• 8+ years of project management experience, preferably in precast construction
• Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and multiple trade coordination
• Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, contracts, and change orders
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to analyze data, solve problems, and make timely decisions under pressure
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• OSHA 30 certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to travel, including occasional overnight stays
• Valid driver's license with ability to operate a motor vehicle

This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.

Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.