Business - Project Manager I (Data Center)

Henderson Companies•Chantilly, VA

10d

About The Position

The Project Manager I oversees and coordinates small- to medium-scope projects and programs, provides leadership to project and program team members, and supports Project Managers on larger, more complex projects. The role communicates with internal and external stakeholders and is responsible for successful project execution. The position manages assigned projects from planning through delivery, including client experience, proposals, contracts, budgets, deliverables, communication, financial expectations, and overall performance. Where applicable, it also supports program project fees and manages client service and execution for assigned program projects. The Project Manager I monitors project quality, ensures deliverables meet objectives and expectations, identifies conflicts and works with project leaders to resolve them, and manages design and drafting activities. As the primary project contact and brand ambassador, the role maintains regular client communication, addresses project-related concerns and requests, and works to ensure client satisfaction. The role calls for strong communication, integrity, quality orientation, teamwork and inclusion, continuous learning, and functional and technical expertise. It requires MEP design experience and an understanding of project management practices and building design and construction principles. Occasional travel may be required (10–15%).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, science, technology, or business; relevant AEC or Professional Services industry experience may be considered in lieu of the required education.
Three years of relevant experience, including at least two years of project management exposure; at least seven years of experience is required without a degree.
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) design experience.
Basic proficiency in project management standards and execution.
Fundamental understanding of building design and construction principles.
Self-starter with the ability to influence and motivate others to achieve goals.
Successful track record of effective collaboration, communication, and organization skills.
Proficiency in all core competencies described in the job description.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to travel occasionally (10–15%).

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of execution and client experience for assigned projects, and support larger or more complex projects as needed.
Assist with developing project proposals, contracts, and budgets.
Plan and coordinate project deliverables; support planning and coordination for larger or more complex projects as needed.
Manage client service and project communications.
Monitor adherence to budgets and financial expectations and take responsibility for overall project performance.
Contribute to improving performance and ensuring consistent adherence to applicable quality standards.
Where applicable, support creation of program project fees and manage client service, communication, and execution for assigned program projects.
Monitor project quality expectations and ensure deliverables meet project objectives and quality expectations.
Recognize project conflicts, suggest resolutions, and proactively work with other project leaders to resolve them.
Manage project design and drafting activities to produce deliverables; support these activities on other projects as needed.
Serve as the primary project contact and brand ambassador.
Maintain regular client communication to support satisfaction and manage client views toward the best solution.
Resolve project-related conflicts and respond to client requests and questions on assigned projects.
Demonstrate the listed core competencies, including communication, integrity, quality orientation, teamwork and inclusion, continuous learning, and functional and technical expertise.
Perform other duties as assigned.