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Senior Project Manager
Balfour Beatty
Location : Cramerton, NC, 28032
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : competitive
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
Senior Project Manager
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader,Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more, including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- 401(k) with company match
- Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time
- Paid Personal and Volunteer Days
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
Summary
Balfour Beatty is seeking aSenior Project Managerto join ourCharlotteteam within the Carolinas Division. The ideal candidate will be a proven construction leader with extensive experience managing large, complex projects and mentoring project teams. This role requires strategic oversight of multiple projects or major assignments, ensuring financial performance, client satisfaction, and alignment with company goals.
The Senior Project Manager provides leadership in business development, risk management, and team development while maintaining Balfour Beatty’s focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence. This position represents the company with clients, design partners, and community stakeholders and plays a critical role in supporting Balfour Beatty’sZero Harm®culture and long-term success in the Carolinas region.
Essential Functions
- Strategic Project Oversight:Lead large or multiple projects concurrently, ensuring alignment with company financial goals, client expectations, and operational standards.
- Client & Business Development:Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design professionals, and trade partners; support new business pursuits and presentations.
- Financial Leadership:Oversee budgets, forecasts, and cash flow; review and approve owner requisitions, change orders, and subcontractor contracts to ensure fiscal control.
- Scheduling & Risk Management:Direct project schedules, time-impact analyses, and risk assessments in collaboration with the Project Executive and Superintendent.
- Team Development:Mentor and coach Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Engineers; provide performance feedback and support professional growth.
- Contract & Procurement Oversight:Manage strategic purchasing, subcontractor buyout, and contract negotiations to ensure compliance and cost effectiveness.
- Quality & Safety Excellence:Drive implementation of quality control and safety programs, ensuring adherence to Balfour Beatty’sZero Harm®and operational standards.
- Leadership & Communication:Chair key stakeholder meetings, facilitate conflict resolution, and communicate project strategy across teams and executive leadership.
- Closeout & Continuous Improvement:Oversee project turnover, client satisfaction evaluations, and lessons-learned reviews to support continuous process improvement.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in commercial construction project management, with proven success leading large or complex projects.
- Strong business acumen, financial management, and risk assessment skills.
- Experience managing and mentoring multiple project teams.
- Proficiency with project management and scheduling software (Procore, Primavera P6, Sage 300 CRE, or similar).
Preferred Experience
- Experience leading business development efforts and client presentations.
- Background in managing multiple concurrent projects across varied sectors.
- Demonstrated ability to influence organizational strategy and project outcomes.
About Us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management, and design-build services for public and private clients nationwide. From heavy civil infrastructure to complex vertical construction, our teams build unique, modern structures and spaces that define how people live, work, and connect in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes, and the determination to find a better way.
Through ourZero Harm®initiative, we are redefining safety in the construction industry. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our work.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors byEngineering News-Record, Balfour Beatty US is a subsidiary of London-basedBalfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Strong strategic vision, effective communication, and risk management skills are vital for a Senior Project Manager. Leading large teams and complex projects demands decisiveness and mentorship ability, particularly in construction where safety and quality standards, like those at Balfour Beatty, are paramount.
Managing budgets in large-scale construction involves continuous cash flow monitoring and proactive change order assessments. Senior Project Managers leverage financial acumen to forecast costs accurately while negotiating contracts to maintain profitability without compromising project scope or quality.
In regions like Cramerton, NC, Project Managers often advance to senior leadership positions such as Project Director or Construction Executive. Gaining expertise in business development and multi-project oversight can accelerate promotions within companies like Balfour Beatty.
Balfour Beatty emphasizes a comprehensive leadership role that blends project execution with business development and community relations. Their focus on a zero harm® culture and strategic mentorship distinguishes their Senior Project Manager position from typical industry roles.
Managing multiple concurrent projects in the Carolinas requires balancing diverse stakeholder expectations and regional regulatory compliance. Balfour Beatty’s commitment to safety and sustainable construction adds layers of operational excellence that Senior Project Managers must uphold.
Cramerton’s growing infrastructure needs have increased demand for experienced Senior Project Managers, making hiring competitive. Candidates with proven commercial construction experience and strong local industry connections are favored for roles at top firms.
Certifications like PMP and proficiency in software such as Procore or Primavera P6 are highly valued. Local projects often require familiarity with regional building codes, making these qualifications crucial for Senior Project Managers in areas like Cramerton.
Senior Project Managers in Cramerton usually earn between $110,000 and $140,000 annually, reflecting their extensive expertise in managing large-scale projects. Compensation often includes benefits like 401(k) matching and health insurance, consistent with industry standards.
Balfour Beatty invests in career development through mentoring, tuition assistance, and leadership training. Their structured feedback and opportunity to lead business development initiatives empower Senior Project Managers to expand their skill sets and influence.
The role integrates high-level strategic oversight with community engagement and a strong emphasis on safety under the zero harm® initiative. Balfour Beatty’s culture promotes innovation and lean practices, offering Senior Project Managers a dynamic environment to lead transformative projects.
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