Senior Construction Project Manager

Willdan•Bakersfield, CA

About The Position

Willdan Performance Engineering, a subsidiary of Willdan, is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager. Willdan Performance Engineering is a national full-service design-build engineering, construction, and energy services company (ESCO) with offices in California, Oregon, Washington, Colorado and Kansas. We provide our best—in-class services throughout the project lifecycle, from identification through design, implementation and measurement and verification of building. More specifically this includes energy efficiency, envelope improvements, energy management, mechanical HVAC systems design, energy and water savings measurement and verification, energy modeling, and building energy consulting. Our solutions are relevant across the industry, with specific expertise in higher education, K-12 education, healthcare, county government, city government, commercial and industrial facility markets. Willdan is a certified ESCO with NAESCO, the Department of Energy and multiple state ESPC programs. The Senior Construction Project Manager oversees several concurrent mid-sized energy retrofit construction projects in Southern California. Our ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management or other construction-related field and 4-6 years total professional experience that includes a wide range of experience in field operations and construction means and methods. (Or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the proper knowledge and experience). The ideal candidate will also demonstrate success in the following skills and abilities:

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or other construction related field.
4-6 years of professional experience that includes a wide range of experience in field operations and construction means and methods.
Knowledge of the construction process is required. Knowledge of the ESCO design and commissioning process is preferred.
Capable of leading confidently in identifying, correcting and/or avoiding potential schedule, budget or quality issues. The ability to make decisions, while balancing cost implications, to avoid disruptions in the work or customers’ operations is required.
Be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee and Subcontractor performance.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish project’s goals. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Thorough understanding of Company and industry practices, policies, and standards.
Desire and capability to lead others in the construction process.
Demonstrated ability to maintain and develop client relationships. Effectively engage clients in the construction process. Respond to client concerns in an effective and timely manner.
Possess excellent organizational skills. Capable of maintaining project documentation and working on multiple activities/projects at one time.
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills. Demonstrates the ability to communicate ideas and concepts in both written and oral form. Relays confidence and authority in interactions with client and subcontractors.
Valid Driver's License, Ability to lift 50lbs and climb a ladder.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a PMP, or the desire to gain certification is a plus.
Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems in commercial and institutional facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide valuable cost and constructability input during the design phase.
Coordinates the bid process, including the pre-bid walkthrough.
Responsible for Subcontract administration including the preparation of Subcontract Agreements.
Coordinate submittal process.
Schedule, supervise, and coordinate Subcontractor activities. Direct construction meetings between subcontractors, Willdan and Owner.
Ensure construction progresses as scheduled. Prepare detailed three-week schedule based on overall construction schedule. Update overall schedule monthly and three-week schedule weekly and ensures that schedule is implemented, closely monitored, updated as necessary, and meets the contract completion date.
Ensure construction specifications are adhered to. Act as liaison between subcontractors and engineers to ensure work complies with project requirements. Establish quality control procedures to ensure compliance with contract documents and set safety practices.
Provide assignments and mentorship to project staff.
Manage project cost control and forecasting systems. Provide monthly cost vs. budget report to project stakeholders.
Maintain Construction Management Software in accordance with company guidelines and principles.
Travel by company car throughout the Southern California region as required to construction sites and office locations.