Senior Project Manager (Owner's Rep) - Interiors - NoVA

Senior Project Manager (Owner's Rep) - Corporate Interiors - NoVA

Our client is a well-established boutique consulting firm that specializes in guiding organizations through complex construction and workplace transformation projects. With a collaborative culture, direct access to leadership, and a reputation for senior-level project oversight, they offer professionals the opportunity to make a visible impact while accelerating their careers.

Job Description

The Senior Project Manager (Owner's Rep) - Corporate Interiors - NoVA will:

• Lead multiple construction and workplace projects independently from planning and advisory stages through final closeout.
• Serve as the primary client advisor, ensuring project goals, budgets, schedules, and expectations are achieved.
• Manage all aspects of project delivery, including scope, financial performance, risk management, and stakeholder communication.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while developing proactive solutions to maintain successful outcomes.
• Oversee procurement activities, including RFQs, RFPs, contract negotiations, and consultant/vendor selection.
• Coordinate architects, contractors, consultants, and vendors to drive project success and accountability.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide clear communication across all project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, financial reports, meeting records, and key project metrics.
• Review and approve invoices, change orders, contracts, and project expenditures.
• Prepare executive-level reporting on project status, budgets, schedules, risks, and action plans.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, architects, and industry partners.
• Support business development efforts through networking, client engagement, proposal participation, and presentations.
• Mentor and support junior team members while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Help grow the firm's project pipeline by leveraging industry relationships and identifying new opportunities.
• Consistently uphold professional standards, company values, and performance objectives.

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.

The Successful Applicant

The Senior Project Manager (Owner's Rep) - Corporate Interiors - NoVA will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of project management experience within owner's representation, construction management, general contracting, commercial real estate, or related fields.
• Proven experience managing corporate office interiors, tenant improvements, or workplace projects from inception through closeout.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead client relationships and complex project portfolios.
• Strong network within the DMV construction, architecture, real estate, and corporate interiors market.
• Track record of contributing to business development and generating new project opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, and construction delivery.
• Ability to interpret architectural, engineering, and furniture plans.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills with executive-level stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and Bluebeam.
• PMP or CCM certification preferred, or willingness to obtain certification.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the DMV area.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with strong leadership, accountability, and client-service orientation.

What's on Offer

The Senior Project Manager (Owner's Rep) - Corporate Interiors - NoVA will receive:

• Opportunity to lead marquee corporate office and workplace projects for prestigious clients across technology, legal, nonprofit, and commercial sectors.
• Direct access to company leadership in a boutique environment where individual contributions significantly impact the firm's success.
• Strong compensation package including bonus potential, fully paid employee healthcare premiums, 401(k) match, PTO, and professional development funding.
• Ability to build and expand a personal network while contributing directly to business growth and client acquisition.
• Hybrid work model with exposure to diverse project types, significant autonomy, and a clear path for career advancement.