Senior Project Manager
Brief Introduction
Our employees are the reason for our success. Our culture of connectedness, high performing teams and the entire employee experience identifies Skender as a best place to work. We are committed to the investment of our talent through continuous learning and ongoing coaching without micromanaging. Our focus has always been our people and we continually develop ways to further their advancement and knowledge of our industry. We promote a safe workplace where employees can collaborate, accomplish company goals, and achieve team success without jeopardizing their individuality. We celebrate our colleague's whole selves and unique experiences because they elevate our sense of community, innovation and service.
At Skender, we balance our focus between the big picture and individual details to ensure we always achieve high-quality results. We believe that genuine engagement and collaboration at an early stage creates the most reliable path to exceeding expectations.
Skender is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our talented group of employees in Indianapolis.
Primary Responsibilities
A Senior Project Manager at Skender is responsible for maintaining profit, quality, safety and schedule of all assigned construction projects. Senior Project Managers provide overall management direction for existing projects to develop and maintain professional working relationships with the owner, architect, and other related project participants.
- Review the requirements of each project and compare the capabilities and workload of project team members. Assign the appropriate project team to each new project.
- During the course of construction, identify changes in the contract documents that may result in added cost or time of construction and ensure the proper documentation is provided to preserve a contract change.
- Collaborate with the project team and other parties in preparing a schedule of construction activities and ensure that Skender’s production fundamental philosophy is being followed in each of the scheduling disciplines.
- Establish relationships with clients, architects, trade partners and building management that will enhance our capability to transform the construction experience and perform repeat negotiated work.
- Direct the training and development of suitable personnel to accept future management and supervisory responsibility; encourage and motivate employees on assigned projects to continue to prepare themselves to provide for the expansion and growth of the company.
- Effectively present to clients during sales pitches by holding the audience’s attention and being prepared by offering the right length and detail for the amount of
information covered.
Qualifications
- 4-year construction management or engineering degree
- 8 or more years experience in a project management capacity in the construction or engineering field
- Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on projects
- Superior written and verbal communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills
- Thorough understanding of scheduling principles and techniques
Capabilities
- Must have reliable transportation to get you to your designated work site, which can be anywhere in the Indianapolis area. A valid driver's license and access to a vehicle is recommended for the nature of this position.
Benefits
Our nurturing atmosphere is the catalyst for providing our employees with the best health insurance options and we continually make this a top priority. Our teams are our greatest assets, and our commitment to our people has always run deep. Some of the best in class benefits we provide include:
- Skender pays for 100% of the premium for health insurance (medical, dental & vision)
- Annual deposit into health savings account
- Retirement with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings
- Wellness incentives
- Paid time off
- Parental leave for mothers and fathers
- Free employee assistance program services
- Free short- & long-term disability insurance
- Community involvement
EEO
At Skender, our values guide our behavior and shape our actions. Our promise is an authentic commitment to equality, opportunity, and a respectful work environment for all. We embrace individuality and listen to diverse voices. We believe that hiring those with different experiences and backgrounds, ultimately enhances our expertise as an organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Why Work for Skender?
The Skender Approach
It should be smooth and simple. It should be efficiently managed to meet time and cost goals. But most importantly, it should be an exciting collaboration.
Our team of more than 200 industry experts has been delivering on these promises for more than 60 years—combining invaluable experience with a commitment to industry advancements. Through our Lean approach, comprehensive project management and innovative spirit, we have what it takes to establish true partnerships with our clients. Across every level of our company, we know what it means to roll up our sleeves and get things done.
Skender has been consistently recognized for its growth, strategic business strategy and outstanding commitment to employees. Recent accolades include:
- Best Places to Work | Crain's Chicago Business
- Top Contractors in America | Engineering News-Record
- Top Builders in the U.S. | Building Design + Construction
- General Contractor of the Year | Coalition for United Community Action
- Interior Contractor of the Year | Greater Chicago Food Depository
- Fast Fifty Company | Crain’s Chicago Business
- Largest Privately Held Company | Crain’s Chicago Business
- 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for | National Association for Business Resources
- Best Places to Work in Illinois | Daily Herald Business Ledger