Senior Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Project ManagerLocation: Columbus, OhioFLSA Status: Full-Time / ExemptCompany OverviewAs an industry leader with over a century of experience, John W. Danforth Company specializes in providing engineered mechanical solutions in the Commercial, Sports & Entertainment, Industrial, Healthcare, Higher Ed & K-12, Government, and Advanced Technology Manufacturing (ATM) markets. Our mission is simple: to deliver industry leading experiences to our customers every day. Throughout the entire lifecycle of a project, our in-house sales, estimating, VDC, fabrication and installation teams work together to help ensure we deliver technical solutions and value-based results.At Danforth, we believe that our greatest asset is our people. As a growing company with over 700 office professionals and union trades workers in our fabrication shops and in the field, our employees are dedicated to our vision of building meaningful relationships from coast to coast. Our leadership is committed to attracting and retaining high-achieving personnel.With empowered employees at every level of the organization, John W. Danforth Company continues to supply turn-key solutions for virtually any HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, critical environment, custom metal fabrication, energy performance, or specialty mechanical project.Position SummaryThe Senior Project Manager (SPM) is a member of company senior management team. The SPM is accountable for assignment of projects, development of direct report Project Managers and profit/loss of projects. The SPM is also responsible for measurement and forecasting project financial performance and reporting to executive leadership. The SPM is accountable to confirm company Project Management systems are implemented as well as execution of contract and work to ensure meeting margin expectations.Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Accountable for execution of contracted work in a profitable manner. Meeting or exceeding anticipated gross marginsConfirm accurate measurement, forecast and reporting of project financialsLead and implement company safety program creating a “best in class” safety cultureManage and lead respective Project Management Group to maximize profitability through operational excellence and human resource strategies. These include:Managing and leading Project Managers in accordance with company strategyProper implementation of company Project Management system and tacticsCollaborate with foremen to maximize operational efficiencies including productivityRegular collaboration with Project Managers to discuss project status, forecasts and contractual issues in a proactive mannerMeet or exceed operational required results for Project Management along with continual improvement proceduresInterface with CAD Department and shops to ensure proper implementation of fabrication and lean construction methods to maximize margins, quality and safetyOversee project procurement to ensure cost savings and timely deliveries of major subcontracts, major equipment and long lead itemsEnsure proper staffing capacity within budgeted overheadWork with Regional and Executive Leadership to ensure proper staffing in relation to Contractual obligations and budgeted overhead. Support our Vision (‘Build meaningful relationships coast to coast’) and our Mission (‘Deliver industry leading experiences for our customers every day’) by: Seeking out and maintaining professional relationships with our Contractual clients.Maintaining professional relationships with our Client Solutions team. Maintaining trade specific affiliations with organizations will improve our position in the marketplace. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Position Requirements/Preferred Education and ExperienceBachelor of Science Degree in related discipline is desirable and or equivalent work and field experience. Certification may be required in some areasIndividual projects over $5MM and portfolio management greater than $15MMAbility to work with labor unions and continually improve management relations and efficienciesMust have integrity including enthusiasm and willingness to represent company in professional, charitable and social communities/organizationsEqual Opportunity EmployerAs a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.