Lead Project Manager 2 - Construction Management

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Project Manager 2 - Construction Management in United States.

We are seeking a seasoned Lead Project Manager to oversee large-scale construction projects from pre-construction through commissioning and closeout. This role requires strong leadership to manage multi-disciplinary teams, coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments, and ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will be responsible for project planning, scope definition, cost and schedule management, risk assessment, and performance tracking, while guiding teams to deliver high-quality results. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in nuclear or industrial construction, excels in stakeholder communication, and thrives in dynamic, fast-paced project environments. This position offers the opportunity to make a substantial impact on complex, high-profile projects while advancing your career in construction management.

Accountabilities

• Lead multi-discipline construction projects from pre-construction through commissioning, turnover, and closeout.
• Coordinate with project leads, discipline heads, and subject matter experts across business units.
• Manage client relationships, provide timely progress updates, and lead performance review meetings.
• Maintain project scope, schedules, budgets, and performance metrics, incorporating change orders and updates as needed.
• Develop project-specific management and commissioning/testing plans with clear acceptance criteria.
• Supervise field teams and provide coaching and guidance to project staff.
• Monitor construction and commissioning progress, cost, quality, scope, and safety, ensuring compliance with standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies; lead readiness and go/no-go reviews.
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor execution, contract conformance, and support claims or dispute resolution.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve future project execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• 15+ years of construction experience with progressive leadership, including at least 5 years managing multiple projects or teams.
• Proven experience with nuclear projects and EPC or general contractor contract models.
• Demonstrated ability to manage clients, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams effectively.
• Hands-on experience with project controls, including cost, schedule, change, and risk management.
• Strong workforce planning and team leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Knowledge of construction labor practices, quality, safety, and health requirements; OSHA 10 or 30 certification required.
• Core skills: project governance, scheduling, cost management, risk/issue tracking, vendor management, process improvement, stakeholder communication, and organizational alignment.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $131,960 – $205,330, plus potential annual discretionary bonus.
• Comprehensive healthcare plans: medical, dental, vision, life, and accident insurance.
• Disability coverage and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Retirement plans: 401(k) with company contributions.
• Flexible work arrangements and paid time off, including vacation, holidays, parental, and bereavement leave.
• Tuition assistance, first professional licensure bonus, employee referral bonus, and merit scholarship program.
• Employee discount programs, back-up daycare support, pre-tax commuter accounts, and corporate charitable giving programs.
• Recognition in award-winning workplace culture and employee satisfaction initiatives.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.
When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.
The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias — focusing solely on your fit for the role.
Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!