Senior Project Manager, Construction Management

Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc.•Fort Worth, TX

20h•Hybrid

About The Position

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Construction Management Senior Project Manager in our Ft. Worth office. Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Requirements

Highly skilled with extensive experience; able to handle complex tasks and provide guidance to others.
15+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager III.
Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required.
Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving required.
Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required.
Responsible for the success of projects of large and complex scope.
Must be listed as a Project Manager or Sponsor in Vantagepoint.
Independently performs all assignments, addresses staff questions/concerns of moderate complexity, escalates critical and financial matters pertaining to the project to the supervisor, can identify areas needing improvement, and recommend corrective action to improve overall project performance.

Responsibilities

Utilize weekly budget report, project reports, accounts receivable (A/R) report, and staff utilization to manage projects and resources. Escalate to Department Manager for additional staffing needs.
Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
Responsible for collection of invoices from clients and other Project Manager’s clients under their direction. Communicates with Department Manager for delayed payment risk plans.
Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company-established signature matrix protocol.
Review and provide contract mark ups, negotiate client contract modifications with support from Contracts Department, and knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms
Negotiate payment terms with the client.
Ensure the company-established QA/QC process is followed from proposals to final deliverables.
Capable of identifying preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.
Held accountable for communications and collaboration such as ensuring that messages and information are not only received but understood and acted upon appropriately within the department, other disciplines and regions, and corporate resources including engagement of staff.
Able to articulate project requirements timelines, deliverables, corporate directives, in a concise and clear manner.
Ensure project and company communication is provided and documented to clients and staff.
Assist with and provide guidance to marketing for requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, interview preparation, teaming, resumes, etc. Capable of writing project approaches for RFQ for marketing pursuits.
Be responsive and accessible, anticipate needs and proactively offer solutions, address complex problems and concerns timely, and follow up to ensure satisfaction post-resolution.
Oversee multiple clients and ensure a positive and professional rapport.
Provide timely feedback directly to staff including for annual evaluation.
Ensures adequate staffing and recruiting of project team members.
Delegates work to, trains, mentors, and supervises junior-level staff and other entry to senior level project managers to complete assignments.
Exhibit exceptional leadership skills, including the ability to clearly define goals and responsibilities that are clear and realistic.
Work on projects that include the following scopes: Construction Knowledge, Submittals, RFI, Field Experience, Read & interpret plans & specs, Schedule review, Review & Approve Estimates, Manage Inspector, Review Daily Work Report, Constructability Review, Plan Review, State of Construction Technology, Understanding of Environmental, Detailed Traffic Control Plan, Understanding of methods and means of complex civil works.
Utilize the following software applications to complete project work: PG, Site Manager, Manage IT