Senior Project Manager

DAVIS Construction•Rockville, MD

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager leads the project team in the daily management and execution of the construction process for multiple and large, complex projects. In partnership with DAVIS Superintendents, the role manages, supervises, and coordinates construction work to achieve time and cost objectives across safety, quality, contracting, scheduling, estimating, bidding, subcontracting, and contract administration. The position also actively participates in preconstruction efforts before or alongside construction. The Senior Project Manager provides operational support for preconstruction and bidding, manages project schedules and trade partner coordination, leads project meetings, oversees building systems and construction processes, and enforces the DAVIS Safety program. The role is responsible for project closeout, materials tracking, submittals, RFIs, change orders, contract documentation, financial forecasting and reporting, owner invoicing, and sustainability or LEED tracking. The position also manages and develops junior team members and leads project audits and post-completion reviews.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent construction experience.
General contracting experience.
At least seven years of previous construction experience.
Knowledge of engineering and construction project management principles and practices, including safety standards.
Decision-making, research, and analytical problem-solving skills.
Ability to understand and learn technical systems and processes.
Ability to effectively manage and lead junior team members.
Ability to organize, assess, and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively at all levels within the organization.
Ability to balance competing priorities while maintaining focus on key deliverables and efficient use of staff and resources.
Experience with project management and scheduling software.

Nice To Haves

Sustainable building experience, such as work on LEED-certified projects.
Certifications or accreditations such as CPR/First Aid, OSHA 30-hour, WELL, ILFI, or LEED.

Responsibilities

Provide operational support for preconstruction services and bidding, including preparing cost estimates, scopes of work, preliminary schedules, site logistics, and unit price take-offs.
Negotiate and issue subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
Develop and update detailed construction schedules in coordination with the Superintendent, trade partners, and suppliers.
Lead project meetings with owners, the design team, and trade partners; document discussions and follow up.
Manage HVAC, plumbing, life safety, HVAC/BMS controls, lighting controls, AV, security, voice/data, system rough-in, controls, startup, commissioning, and wiring.
Enforce the DAVIS Safety program, promptly resolve issues documented in safety reports, and ensure regular safety walks.
Lead project closeout, including checklists, punch lists, closeout documentation, and resolution of financial closeout matters and disputes.
Manage and mentor junior team members, review their work, develop job skills, address performance concerns, provide development resources, and conduct performance reviews.
Manage and track approval, fabrication, and transportation of construction materials.
Create, maintain, and share the project Material Tracking Log.
Manage trade partner submittals, RFIs, change orders, schedules, and closeout.
Maintain current and accurate contract documents and as-builts; electronically post and update drawings with RFIs and submittals.
Prepare financial forecasts, reports, and Project Status Reports.
Prepare monthly owner invoices, review trade partner and material invoices, manage budgets, and oversee sustainability or LEED tracking.
Lead and participate in project audits and post-completion reviews.