Travel MEP Project Manager-Mission Critical

Govan Brown•Eagle Mountain, UT

About The Position

The MEP Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing assigned construction projects, which may include one or more projects at a time. The role works to maximize project profitability and advance Layton’s objectives while meeting quality and safety standards and owner expectations. The Project Manager leads project planning and execution, including budgeting, scheduling, procurement, quality, safety, risk management, cost control, change orders, client pay requests, project documentation, and closeout. The role coordinates with the project superintendent, project team, owners, subcontractors, vendors, and internal departments to meet project milestones and financial goals and to ensure company policies and procedures are followed. Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor founded in 1953 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. The company operates from 16 offices across the United States and employs more than 1,500 construction professionals. Layton serves markets including healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential. It is part of the STO Building Group family of companies, which has more than 4,000 employees in offices throughout the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Ireland.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Preferred: four or more years of project management experience in data center construction.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record (listed as preferred).
In-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes (listed as preferred).
Understanding of estimating concepts sufficient to verify bids, understand market rates, and process change orders (listed as preferred).
Understanding of contractual language and concepts and how to protect the company while providing quality client service (listed as preferred).
Working knowledge of construction laws and practices (listed as preferred).
Understanding of building codes and other design requirements to the extent necessary for the project (listed as preferred).
Ability to read and understand plans, blueprints, and specifications (listed as preferred).
High standards of ethical conduct regarding organizational policies (listed as preferred).
Effective interpersonal communication skills, including sensitivity and discernment (listed as preferred).
Ability to work effectively as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals (listed as preferred).
Verbal presentation skills, including poise and command of language (listed as preferred).
Proper grammar and syntax in writing (listed as preferred).
Ability to delegate and use subordinates effectively (listed as preferred).
Ability to identify customer needs, determine which can reasonably be met, and follow through (listed as preferred).
Professional demeanor in dress and speech and ability to make a positive impression on customers (listed as preferred).
Strong negotiation skills (listed as preferred).
Ability to analyze data and use analysis to solve problems (listed as preferred).
Ability to manage processes toward challenging goals, work independently, and take initiative (listed as preferred).
Ability to operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, phone, copier, and fax machine (listed as preferred).

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of project management experience in data center construction.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
Professional affiliation, such as AGC membership, and professional credentials, such as a Professional Engineer (PE) license.
Community service participation.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing project estimates.
Prepare project budgets and unit cost reports.
Lead the project team in preparing the project management plan (PMP).
Participate in value engineering services as appropriate.
Organize and conduct pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
Participate in negotiating and preparing project subcontracts.
Participate in obtaining permits and resolving regulatory requirements as necessary.
Prepare project schedules and develop milestones with the project superintendent.
Obtain plans and specifications and assess their completeness and consistency.
Assist business development personnel as requested.
Plan the successful execution of the construction contract.
Manage procurement of project materials and equipment within budget and in accordance with the project delivery schedule.
Develop and monitor project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
Monitor project-site cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project superintendent.
Evaluate and adjust the schedule as necessary to meet milestones and financial goals.
Negotiate owner and subcontractor change orders and manage their cost and profit impacts.
Develop monthly client pay requests and follow up on collections.
Control payment of job costs through document review and approval; coordinate with the job cost accountant on payments and lien releases.
Participate in monthly job cost reviews to report project status.
Attend and document owner and other coordination meetings.
Coordinate project closeout, including as-built drawings, closeout documentation, and letters of substantial completion and recommendation.
Provide project cost information to Estimating for its estimating database.
Direct the organization and preparation of project documents for storage.
Participate in project management training.
Coordinate with company departments to ensure policies and procedures are followed and corporate objectives are achieved.
Maintain relationships with vendors, owners, architects, community and state officials, and the general public.