6197 - Construction Project Manager / Program Manager

Verista, Inc.•Wilson, NC

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities. Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day. Company Culture Guidelines & Values: We empower and support our colleagues We commit to client success at every turn We have the courage to do the right thing We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged. We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Requirements

Multi-year construction experience on the owner or EPC/EPCM side
Experience reconciling contractor progress reports, quantity claims, and payment applications
Familiarity with contract clauses affecting measurement, progress payment, and change management
Experience across mid- to large-scale construction projects with increasing responsibility from trade management through program-level oversight
Working understanding of construction means and methods in:
Mechanical
Electrical
HVAC
Working knowledge of:
Project scheduling principles
Earned Value Management (EVM)
Cost forecasting and controls
Proficiency with:
Scheduling tools
Quantity takeoff tools
Spreadsheets (Excel-based analysis)
Cost and earned value systems (owner or EPCM platforms)
Photo and document management systems
Assertive yet diplomatic communicator with strong conflict-resolution skills
Clear and concise technical report writing and presentations
Ability to lead and influence small technical teams without formal authority
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Onsite job requirement in Wilson, NC

Responsibilities

Construction Progress & Field Verification
Independently validate CM and contractor progress reports, production logs, and field measurements against planned and actual accomplishments
Support reconciliation of field quantity takeoffs with contractor/CM billings and payment applications
Participate in field walkdowns, sampling, and joint inspections to measure percent complete using agreed-upon measurement techniques
Maintain detailed issues and action-tracking logs tied to schedule, cost, and productivity impacts
Schedule Review & Risk Analysis
Review and validate schedule updates, logic changes, and critical path impacts
Independently identify and communicate schedule risk flags
Perform time impact analyses (TIAs) when delays, changes, or disruptions occur
Cost Control & Earned Value Management
Review owner-side earned value (EV) records, cost forecasts, and performance trends
Review and comment on cost-to-complete (CTC) and forecast at completion (FAC)
Assess productivity metrics and earned value calculations for accuracy and credibility
Reporting & Performance Management
Support review of EPCM Field Performance Reports (weekly/bi-weekly), including:
Verified physical progress
Quantity variances
Earned value metrics
Productivity observations
Recommended corrective actions
Review EPCM deliverables for completeness and quality, including:
Change reports
Cost reports
Schedule updates
Earned value reporting
Field & Team Support
Assist with distribution and prioritization of field resources as needed
Provide leadership to small technical teams supporting field verification, controls, and reporting activities
Collaborate effectively with owner, EPCM, contractor, and Arcadis internal stakeholders