Senior Project Manager

Senior Project ManagerLocation: Social Circle, GeorgiaCompensation: $125K+ (DOE) + BonusReports to: PresidentYour RoleAs a Senior Project Manager, you will take full ownership of complex MEP construction projects from preconstruction through final closeout. You’ll lead large industrial and manufacturing projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive successful project delivery across cost, schedule, safety, and quality goals. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives on accountability, enjoys solving complex construction challenges, and takes pride in delivering high-quality projects while building strong relationships with owners, contractors, and internal teams.ResponsibilitiesLead complex MEP construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring delivery on schedule, budget, safety, and quality goals.Establish project vision, priorities, and execution strategy while coordinating superintendents, project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders.Manage project risk and contracts, including subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, insurance, and bonding.Develop and maintain project schedules, track critical paths, and coordinate materials and field resources.Maintain full financial ownership of projects including cost projections, pay applications, billing, vendor payments, and change management.Build strong relationships with GCs, architects/engineers, owners, and project partners to ensure project success.Lead, mentor, and support project teams while resolving issues and maintaining clear communication across stakeholders.Qualifications5+ years managing complex MEP construction projects for large industrial or manufacturing facilities.Experience leading $20M–$100M+ projects from preconstruction through closeout.Strong knowledge of contracts, change management, insurance, bonding, and project risk management.Experience developing and managing project schedules and critical path coordination.Strong financial management skills including cost control, forecasting, invoicing, and vendor payments.Proven ability to build relationships with GCs, architects/engineers, owners, and internal teams.Demonstrated leadership experience mentoring teams and resolving project challenges.Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.About WaterstoneWaterstone Human Capital is a purpose-driven recruiting and search firm specializing in connecting top talent with leading organizations across engineering, manufacturing, and related sectors throughout North America. Known for our deep industry expertise and people-first approach, we deliver thoughtful, high-impact talent solutions that drive long-term success. Better Leaders. Better Cultures. Better Results.