Senior Project Manager (VA)

Job Description: Senior Project Manager (Commercial & Institutional)

Location: Reston, VA Position Type: Full-Time Department: Project Management

About the Company

Orr Partners LLC , a prominent development and project management firm in the Washington, D.C., metro area, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to join our team in Reston, VA. Known for excellence, Orr Partners has a proven track record of delivering award-winning projects for commercial, educational, and government clients.

This position offers the chance to oversee a diverse portfolio of Commercial Office, K-12/Higher Education, and Public Sector projects. You will be part of a dynamic team of over 30 professionals, acting as a trusted advisor to ensure the successful delivery of complex construction and development initiatives.

About the Role

In this position, you will serve as the Senior Project Lead , overseeing the full lifecycle of commercial and institutional construction projects. You will act as the primary link between the client, the design team, and the general contractor, ensuring vital information exchange and inspiring project teams to achieve objectives.

Whether managing a ground-up school facility, a complex office renovation, or a mixed-use commercial development, you will apply your expertise to mitigate risk, control costs, and ensure quality in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

• Lead and motivate project teams (Architects, Engineers, Contractors, Consultants) to achieve project goals.

• Serve as the primary client contact, managing expectations and ensuring the project aligns with their operational needs (e.g., school academic calendars or office lease start dates).

• Cultivate strong working relationships with peers and external partners involved in Orr Partners' projects.

Financial & Contract Management

• Create, maintain, and manage comprehensive project budgets.

• Assist in developing and assembling procurement documents such as RFPs, RFQs, contracts, and exhibits .

• Review and approve invoices, pay applications, and change orders.

Schedule & Documentation

• Support the development and maintenance of master project schedules.

• Prepare and distribute detailed weekly reports, including meeting minutes and task lists.

• Document project progress through regular site photography and field reports.

• Establish and maintain organized electronic project files using platforms like Dropbox and other file-sharing systems, including diligently filing all project-related email correspondence.

Operations

• Undertake necessary travel to project sites, county offices, consultant meetings, and client offices within the DC Metro area.

• Proactively seek guidance and feedback from senior personnel to facilitate professional development.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of five (5) to seven (7) years of experience leading construction or real estate development projects.

• Sector Expertise: Demonstrated experience managing Commercial Office (Base building or Interiors) and/or Educational (K-12 or Higher Ed) projects is highly preferred.

• Technical: Demonstrated familiarity with Project Management methodologies and software.

• Communication: Exhibits strong, positive energy and excellent communication skills.

Required Skills & Certifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification (preferred).

• OSHA training (10 or 30 hour).

• Experience working with a general contractor, engineering firm, or architecture firm .

• Strong people management and negotiation experience.

• Understanding of the entitlement and permitting processes in Northern Virginia jurisdictions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Orr Partners LLC is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.