Senior Construction Project Manager - Government

HeeryRichmond, VA
Onsite

About The Position

Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. The ideal individual will have prior experience supporting large-scale construction projects. Strong people leadership skills along with building and maintaining client relationships. Role is on site based in Richmond, VA

Requirements

  • Possess thorough knowledge of design and construction management practices.
  • Ability to independently manage and coordinate multiple design and construction projects.
  • Ability to effectively communicate (in oral and written form) and to use a computer for email, correspondence, reports, spreadsheets and automated project management systems.
  • Ability to create management reports.
  • Ability to coordinate work with stakeholders, administration, designers, other project managers, government agencies, and other service and support agencies.
  • Ability to manage project finances, make and review estimates, negotiate contract change orders with A/E firms and contractors, and to develop and manage value-engineering efforts.
  • Ability to perform contractor and A/E evaluations.
  • Ability to review construction drawings and specifications for constructability.
  • Knowledge of national, state and local codes and regulations applicable to the design and construction of facilities.
  • Ability to function in a team oriented environment, taking on new tasks with enthusiasm and energy and be detail oriented.

Nice To Haves

  • Professional registration, CCM Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Knowledge of estimating, scheduling and cost control.
  • Thorough knowledge of RFI tracking, contract document control, forecast scheduling and costs, preparation of change order review, and review of payments.
  • Ability to be proactive and incorporate interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships.
  • Confirms that appropriate project authorization and funding is in place before activities begin; prepares cash flow projections and monitors financial performance.
  • Assures that all necessary jurisdictional approvals are obtained and that all applicable codes and standards are met.
  • Diligently pursues the timely completion of any punch list and project closeout activities.
  • Provides overall project cost control, schedule management and quality assurance for projects from the design phase through project closeout.
  • Anticipates potential problems that may jeopardize project success and identifies alternative solutions.
  • Assures that projects adhere to approved scope, are completed within budget, on schedule and at the prescribed level of quality.
  • Maintains project records and produces various reports.
  • Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
  • Provides leadership to various individuals associated with each project.
  • Manages and/or coordinates activities of technical discipline team members, specialty consultants, construction inspectors, and project support staff.
  • Partners with planners during scope development, cost estimates and project scheduling and may assist maintenance and operation staff with warranty compliance.
  • Works closely with client representatives on a day-to-day basis.
  • Administers the process of selecting design professionals, consultants and contractors to design and construct projects; This includes preparing scopes of work, soliciting for services, evaluating credentials and interviewing potential contractors, evaluating references and past performance, and negotiating fees and services.
  • Maintains project records and produces various reports.
  • Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Benefits

  • great place to work
  • opportunity and voice to affect change
  • healthy, productive and flexible working environment
  • respects work-life balance
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