Senior Project Manager - Student Housing Construction
Reporting into senior operational leadership, the Senior Project Manager will lead a major ground-up multifamily/student housing development and remain involved through project completion.
Oversee all phases of project delivery from preconstruction through closeout
Lead client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
Manage financial performance, forecasting, contracts, procurement, and risk mitigation
Coordinate closely with field leadership, recognizing a collaborative partnership model between project management and operations teams
Drive schedule execution and management of critical long-lead procurement activities
Lead project teams while fostering a highly collaborative, team-first environment
Ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction objectives are achieved
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.
For the Senior Project Manager - Student Housing Construction we are seeking:
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related construction discipline
Proven experience working for a General Contractor is required
Experience in commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, high-rise, or student housing construction
Strong background managing budgets, contracts, procurement, and client relationships
Demonstrated success delivering complex ground-up construction projects
Experience with post-tension concrete structures is advantageous but not required
Strong leadership presence combined with humility, collaboration, and a team-first mentality
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work directly with owners, consultants, and project stakeholders
Stable career history with demonstrated long-term tenure and progression
Builder mindset with a passion for construction operations and project execution
Owner's representative-only backgrounds will not be considered
Opportunity to lead a flagship, high-visibility development project
Long-term career growth with an organization known for promoting from within
Performance-based bonus structure tied to individual achievement rather than project profitability
Strong project backlog and repeat-client business model
Exposure to future projects across multiple high-growth markets and asset classes
Travel opportunities available by choice rather than requirement
Additional incentives available for employees who elect to pursue long-term travel assignments
Collaborative culture built around mentorship, professional development, and employee engagement
Join a financially strong contractor experiencing significant year-over-year growth
Interested? Apply today.