Project Manager - Owner's Rep

Colliers Engineering & Design•Springfield, MO

About The Position

Colliers Project Leaders is seeking a Project Manager to join its team in the Springfield/Chicopee area of Massachusetts. The role oversees the planning, design, construction, and closeout of public-sector projects throughout Massachusetts, including schools, community centers, libraries, public works facilities, fire stations, and public safety complexes. The Project Manager works to achieve successful outcomes for owners and the communities they serve, managing multiple projects from start to finish while meeting schedule, budget, and client objectives. The position involves coordinating project teams and client relationships, reviewing project and construction documents, managing project risks and changes, preparing and reviewing project records, and applying knowledge of applicable codes and permitting requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in architecture, construction management, engineering, or a related field.
Five years of relevant experience and a strong background in building planning, design/construction, architecture, and/or engineering.
Demonstrated problem-solving, planning, organizing, and decision-making skills, and ability to manage tasks, schedules, and deliverables.
Enthusiasm for promoting and driving project implementation.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong teamwork capabilities.
Ability to multitask in stressful situations and prioritize effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related communications and instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Massachusetts public projects.

Responsibilities

Independently lead and manage multiple projects from start to finish, on time and on budget.
Build trusting client relationships and bring stakeholders together to develop innovative ideas and solutions.
Understand the project management process and the roles and processes of architects, engineers, consultants, and other team members.
Assemble project teams and manage team dynamics.
Build relationships and interact with senior-level client staff.
Manage project processes to ensure client goals and objectives are met within financial and schedule parameters for multiple stakeholders.
Identify, assess, and mitigate issues related to scheduling, logistics, sequencing, cost, quality, and progress; negotiate claims and change orders.
Review project descriptions, drawings, specifications, budgets, schedules, contracts, and service proposals prepared by others.
Regularly review construction documents for conformance with project goals, value engineering, and constructibility.
Develop project documents, including monthly reports, budgets, schedules, presentations, meeting minutes, and insurance tracking logs; review internal team members’ documents for accuracy and reporting purposes.
Apply knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local codes and requirements and develop the project permitting approach.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Education reimbursement.
Free in-house educational and self-enrichment courses.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment.
Potential for career advancement.
Opportunities to impact society through projects and company-sponsored activities.