Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

Gordian is the leader in facility and construction cost data, software, and services for all phases of the building lifecycle. As the pioneer of Job Order Contracting (JOC), Gordian delivers innovative solutions including proprietary RSMeans data and Facility Intelligence tools. Our mission is to help customers maximize efficiency, optimize cost savings, and improve building quality from planning and design to procurement, construction, and operations. As a Senior Project Manager at Gordian, you will lead complex construction and facility-related projects from initiation through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations and company standards. In this leadership role, you will manage a team of project managers and support staff, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance oversight to drive operational excellence. You will be responsible for strategic planning, stakeholder communication, risk management, and continuous improvement across all phases of project execution. Success in this role requires exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills, along with deep expertise in construction processes and project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

The key responsibilities associated with this role include :

• Portfolio Oversight & Strategic Project Leadership
• Team Management & Development
• Executive Stakeholder Engagement
• Project Planning & Execution
• Site Oversight & Quality Assurance
• Documentation & Reporting
• Contract & Compliance Management
• Financial & Schedule Oversight
• Risk & Safety Mitigation
• Change & Issue Management
• Training & Enablement

Key Skills

The ideal candidate for this role will excel in the following areas :

Qualifications

Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

Proficient in reading construction plans and specifications; experienced in comprehensive price proposal reviews.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent work experience may be considered.

5+ years in construction procurement, management, or general contracting, with experience in both horizontal and vertical construction preferred.

Deep understanding of commercial public construction operations, pricing, contracting, scope development, and estimating.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; capable of managing multiple concurrent projects in both planning and execution phases.

Exceptional communication, customer service, and teamwork skills; flexible, strategic, results-driven, and highly organized.

Highly organized, strategic, and results-driven; able to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel); able to create custom tracking tools and reports.

Skilled in construction management platforms such as Procore and MS Project.

Experience with Job Order Contracting (JOC) or IDIQ required, and a solid understanding of public procurement and delivery methods.

Experience with Smartsheet work management software is a plus but not required.

Willingness to travel up to 50% within a designated geographic area.