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Senior Project Manager
Balfour Beatty
Location : Charlotte, NC, 28202
Job Type : Contractor
Salary : competitive
Date Posted : 1 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
Charlotte’s booming construction and infrastructure sectors create a dynamic environment for senior project managers. The city’s growth fuels demand for seasoned leaders skilled in managing complex projects, offering pathways to leadership roles and specialized project management positions within both public and private sectors.
Certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional) and experience with construction-specific software such as Primavera P6 are highly valued in Charlotte. Regional familiarity with safety standards, especially aligned with initiatives like Balfour Beatty’s Zero Harm®, also enhances a candidate’s profile locally.
Senior project managers typically oversee multiple large-scale projects with strategic oversight, requiring advanced financial leadership, risk management, and mentoring capabilities. Their responsibilities extend beyond execution to include shaping client relationships and influencing organizational strategy.
Advancing to a senior project manager role demands proven success managing complex projects, strong financial acumen, and leadership skills. Gaining expertise in business development, risk mitigation, and team mentorship while mastering tools like Procore or Sage 300 CRE enhances readiness for this career step.
Navigating competing priorities among clients, design partners, and subcontractors requires adept communication and conflict resolution. Balancing project timelines, budgets, and safety mandates while fostering team cohesion are ongoing hurdles that test strategic leadership skills.
Balfour Beatty emphasizes a Zero Harm® safety culture and operational excellence, setting a high bar for senior project managers to champion safety and quality. Leaders also engage deeply in client relations and business development, reflecting the company’s commitment to innovation and community impact.
At Balfour Beatty, senior project managers benefit from a comprehensive benefits package and a strong focus on continuous improvement and safety leadership. The role integrates strategic business development with hands-on project oversight, supporting both regional growth and national reputation.
Senior project managers in Charlotte typically earn between $110,000 and $140,000 annually, depending on experience and project complexity. Competitive benefits and company match 401(k) plans, like those offered by Balfour Beatty, often supplement base compensation significantly.
Successful leaders cultivate strong mentorship programs, maintain transparent communication across teams, and prioritize risk management. Aligning project goals with company financial targets and fostering stakeholder collaboration are critical to sustaining operational success in this role.
They actively represent the company with community stakeholders, integrating sustainable construction practices and supporting initiatives that enhance local infrastructure. This dual focus on performance and social responsibility aligns with Balfour Beatty’s commitment to positive regional impact.
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