The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading a team and the projects assigned through all phases of construction in alignment with our core values of exceptional customer service.
Primary Duties
- Lead a team from conceptual phase of a project to final completion and close out.
- Lead one or more teams simultaneously, in such a manner that both the customer and the company are successful, in terms that are clearly established on a job-by-job basis.
- Lead pre-construction efforts for potential and secured work.
- Set up the customer relationship so that the costs of safety are accepted, that the schedule will accommodate safe operations, and that the right subcontractors can be selected.
- Ensure projects are completed, inclusive of “punchlist” work, on or before the contract completion date.
- Ensure projects are built in accordance with the plans and specs that are approved by the Owner and Architect/Engineers.
- Responsible for steadily increasing the skills and competencies of project teams under their supervision in all aspects of their work.
- Responsible for clearly establishing customer expectations at the beginning of the relationship and ensuring that these expectations are met or exceeded.
- Provide leadership, mentorship and management for their project teams in customer relationships, Abbott business development, estimating, pre-construction, project management, project execution, field operations and team building.
- Completely responsible for the success of the projects under their supervision and the relationship between Abbott and the customer.
- Coordinate with the Business Development Team and the PX Team to determine the estimate date, the type of estimate required, the form of estimate or proposal, and the final presentation of the estimate.
- Responsible for the execution of the projects assigned to them, which includes but is not limited to: setting project goals, ensuring timely buyout, submittal administration with all material being delivered on time, and attending weekly OAC meetings on a regular basis to ensure that construction is being executed in accordance with the project goals and within the Owner’s and Abbott's expectations.
Required Skills
- Strong negotiation and leadership skills for internal and external purposes.
- Ability and desire to motivate/inspire/develop entire project team.
- Understand accounting, financial statements, job cost, and cash flow.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to pass a drug test and comply with our company vehicle safety program
- 4 year degree in a construction related major
Minimum 10 years’ project management experience
The full salary range for this position is $150,000 to $180,000. This position is eligible for a target bonus.
Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, Life & AD&D Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Home & Auto Insurance, Family Support, Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation, Paid time off, Time Away Benefits, Paid Holidays, Group Legal, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Identity Theft Protection, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program.
Note: Sick leave accrues at one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked. Accrual for sick leave is capped at 240 hours. At the end of each calendar year, you will be allowed to carry over accrued and unused sick leave up to 240 hours. You will not begin accruing sick leave until you drop below the accrual cap.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
EEO Statement: Abbott Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at Email: [email protected]
About UsEEO Statement: Abbott Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Skills Required
- Pass a drug test
- Comply with the company vehicle safety program
- Four-year degree in a construction-related major
- At least 10 years of project management experience
- Strong negotiation and leadership skills
- Ability and desire to motivate, inspire, and develop project teams
- Understanding of accounting, financial statements, job cost, and cash flow
What We Do
Ajax Building Company, LLC is an employee-owned, third-generation family-operated construction management firm serving the southeastern United States. Founded in 1958, it manages commercial construction projects for public and private clients, offering design-build, construction management, and program management. Its work includes renovations and new construction across education, public safety, commercial, healthcare, law, life sciences, mission-critical, and technology sectors, emphasizing safety, sustainability, quality, and cost-effective delivery.









