Senior Project Manager - Commercial Construction in Des Moines

Date Posted: Tuesday, November 4, 2025

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Senior Project Manager – Commercial Construction | Des Moines, IA 50309

About the Company
Our client is a leading commercial builder in central Iowa, delivering office, retail and mixed-use construction with a reputation for client-centric service and high-quality finishes.

Position Overview
The Senior Project Manager will oversee major commercial construction projects from preconstruction through completion, manage the project team, maintain client relationships, control budget & schedule, and ensure the highest standards of safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple commercial builds in the $10M-$60M range

  • Direct budgeting, scheduling, subcontractor coordination and change orders

  • Serve as the client interface and lead status meetings

  • Mentor project managers and coordinate with senior leadership for strategic delivery

  • Ensure project delivery adheres to company safety, quality, and sustainability programs

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field preferred

  • 10+ years of commercial construction project management leadership

  • Proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget

  • Strong negotiation, communication and leadership skills

  • Familiarity with Procore, Microsoft Project or similar software

Benefits & Work Environment
Competitive base salary with bonus potential, health benefits, 401(k) match, PTO, and long-term career growth opportunities.

 

Our client is ready to hire immediately! Apply online now, or send your resume and project list to aaron.herzog@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.