Construction Project Manager - Ashburn, VA

Bureau Veritas•Ashburn, VA

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Bureau Veritas is a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification services, offering dynamic employment opportunities with attractive salary and benefit packages. This role is responsible for leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, multi-phase projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. The Construction Project Manager will oversee project progress, coordinate cross-functional teams and external partners, and maintain accountability for schedules and documentation to ensure successful outcomes aligned with client expectations. The company is committed to equal opportunity in employment, ensuring all individuals are treated equally and on the basis of merit.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university in a related field; minimum of three years of related experience. In lieu of degree, five years or more of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proficient in operating a computer.
Knowledge of word processing software, spreadsheet software, and web-based project management software.
Ability to operate an electronic tablet in the field for live data collection.
Knowledge of project components, process, and methodologies.
Time management skills.
Active listening skills.
Critical thinking skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment.
Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Ability to successfully work from a remote location.
Must have a cell phone and supply your own internet service.
Valid driver's license required with no significant MVA points/violations (clean driving record).

Nice To Haves

Current PMP preferred.

Responsibilities

Leading the overall direction, completion, and outcome of all assigned projects as contracted by the client, varying in complexity due to scope, location, budget, schedule, facility type, local regulations, climate, and site conditions.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define project objectives, scope, and deliverables.
Communicating clearly with team members and client representatives, providing project updates, and setting and managing stakeholder expectations, both internally and externally.
Monitoring project milestones and deliverables, providing regular status reports to leadership and stakeholders.
Creating and maintaining detailed project documentation in proprietary or client software.
Performing regular assessments of project execution to identify areas for improvement.
Serving as a liaison between technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment of goals.
Encouraging a collaborative and transparent working environment that promotes interdepartmental accountability and ownership for smooth project execution.
Staying aware of industry best practices, techniques, and standards for effective project execution.
Complying with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying legislation, anticipating future legislation, enforcing adherence, and advising management on necessary actions.
Delivering outstanding customer service through timely response and proactive solutions to clients’ needs.
Protecting operations by keeping company information confidential.
Using professional discretion and judgment.
Demonstrating BV’s guiding principles in support of the company's strategic goals.
Following all documented policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and Work Instructions applicable to the position and support of BV's quality standards and strategic initiatives.
Maintaining a safe and clean work area by complying with all procedures, rules, and regulations.
Meeting the physical demands of the job.
Leading the overall direction, completion, program management, and financial outcome of multiple retail projects within the construction services realm, including tenant improvements, building renovation, building expansions, and ground-up work.
Directing and managing project development from beginning to end, including managing consultants, general contractors, vendors, specialty contractors, budgets, internal departments, and developers for each project, ensuring on-time and within-budget delivery.
Managing each phase of the project including entitlement, design, permitting, bidding, contracting, construction, store start-up, store turnover, and project close-out.
Navigating and overseeing contract administration, change orders, budgets, schedules, and client delivery of each project.
Providing project management for multiple sites and states concurrently with stellar organization across multiple initiatives.
Developing and maintaining detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
Identifying and mitigating project risks, ensuring proactive problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle.
Fostering a culture of continuous improvement, implementing feedback loops to enhance team efficiency and productivity.
Identifying, navigating, and forecasting the needs of the project/client.
Traveling by Plane, Motor Vehicle, Train (up to 50% - 90% of work schedule) to client/project sites across the U.S., with travel varying based on assigned program requirements.