Senior Project Manager - Ground Up Public Work

Job DescriptionOur client is a multi-generational, family-owned construction management firm with a strong reputation across New England. With decades of experience delivering complex public projects-particularly in the education and municipal sectors-they are known for quality execution, long-term community impact, and consistent growth. Due to a strong backlog heading into 2026/2027, they are proactively expanding their team.Lead ground-up public construction projects from preconstruction through closeoutManage project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and overall executionOversee and mentor an Assistant Project ManagerServe as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and stakeholdersCoordinate with field teams to ensure alignment on schedule, safety, and qualityDrive procurement, contract administration, and cost trackingEnsure compliance with public project requirements and regulationsReport directly to executive leadership (PX level)MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.A successful Senior Project Manager - Ground Up Public Work should have:5-10+ years of experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project ManagerMust have ground-up construction experienceStrong background in Higher Education and/or Public Schools (highly preferred)Experience working for a reputable general contractorProven tenure and stabilityDemonstrated ability to manage teams and deliver complex projectsMust NOT currently be operating at a Project Executive levelAbility to commute to Springfield, MA or Worcester, MA (fully on-site role)What's on offer:Base salary: $150K - $200K+ (flexible based on experience)Strong pipeline of large-scale projects ($250M+)Leadership responsibility with direct report(s)Long-term career growth within a stable, family-owned organizationOpportunity to work on impactful public projects across New EnglandCollaborative culture with a strong industry reputation