Senior Project Manager - Education

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Swinerton provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Swinerton. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$160,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yrOPEN TO PROJECT MANAGER OR SENIOR PROJECT MANAGEROpportunity to join an evolving team in a new education market for the Washington division: Swinerton is building our national resume of education projects, and we are focused on pursuing work in the K-12, Community College, and Higher Education Markets. Swinerton consistently achieves top rankings as one of the nation's best education builders for delivering innovation and quality without sacrificing each school's unique values. We understand the tight schedule constraints often associated with working on bustling campuses and overcome each challenge with tailor-made solutions.Swinerton has completed over $800 million in K-12 Education Market projects over the past five years with over $600 million in projects currently in progress. We have completed over $650 million in Higher Education Market projects over the past five years with over $400 million in projects currently in progress. Swinerton ranks #17 on Engineering News-Record's The Top 400 Contractors List for Education and #5 for The Northwest’s Top Contractors List for Education. We rank #12 for University Buildings and #18 for K-12 Education on Building Design + Construction's Giants 400 Report.We are looking for experienced leaders who will support this critical market for our group through developing new client relationships, revenue growth, and business planning efforts. Our ideal candidates will have Washington State-based experience and expertise in alternative delivery of ground-up education projects in K-14 with GC/CM and/or Design-Build. Special consideration given for experience in delivery methods for Higher Education.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Able to perform all Assistant Project Manager’s and Project Engineer’s responsibilities (refer to position descriptions)Estimate and establish budgets and contract price (GMP/Lump Sum)Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchasesSet up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material deliveryDevelop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and SubcontractorsWork with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety proceduresMaintain timely and accurate reporting to managementManage, train, and supervise project team according to Company policyOrganize regular meetings for management and subcontractorsReview contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract termsSupervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change OrdersDirect preconstruction services and activitiesNegotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packagesAssist with business development and participate in job interviewsMaintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project)Support estimating staff (bid item specialist)Avoid or mitigate claims and conflictComplete all job close-out proceduresConduct warranty follow-up (1-year warranty walks)Complete project with full or enhanced feeComplete other responsibilities as assignedMINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experienceField construction management experience (5-8 years, including supervisory skills)Leadership abilityProblem-solving ability and strong sense of urgencyOrganizational and communication skillsDrafting and computer skillsFundamental knowledge of contract law and project accountingThorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating)SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionProject ManagementIndustriesConstructionReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Swinerton by 2xInferred from the description for this jobMedical insuranceVision insurance401(k)Disability insuranceGet notified about new Project Manager jobs in Greater Seattle Area.Redmond, WA $105,300 - $168,500 1 week agoBellevue, WA $75,000 - $95,000 2 weeks agoRedmond, WA $95,000 - $115,000 2 weeks agoSeattle, WA $111,467 - $208,578 3 weeks agoBellevue, WA $110,000 - $150,000 1 week agoOlympia, WA $145,000 - $165,000 1 month agoRedmond, WA $120,000 - $140,000 4 days agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Created: 2025-10-06