Senior Project Manager

Brinkman Construction Inc•Denver, CO

10h•$130,000 - $167,500

About The Position

The Senior Project Manager ensures the success of large and complex projects or multiple projects at the same time. The role combines leadership and direction of project teams with hands-on work producing key deliverables throughout project phases, from pursuit through completion. The Senior Project Manager delegates work, holds team members accountable, mentors and supports them, and helps the team achieve project and individual development goals. The position contributes to business development, preconstruction, estimating, proposal strategy, contract administration, negotiations, design-phase management, project cost oversight, and risk mitigation. It provides direction across multiple project teams, monitors project managers’ contract administration, and reviews project cost reports and margins. The Senior Project Manager also supports recruiting, staffing, performance reviews, and implementation of the company’s strategic business plan and project processes. Brinkman Construction describes itself as a 100% employee-owned company focused on building lasting client relationships and delivering buildings of distinction. The company’s stated core values are Relationship Focused and All In.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field, or equivalent experience.
At least 10 years of project management experience.
At least 5 years of lead-role experience with a variety of ground-up project types, including Medical, Manufacturing, General Commercial, Industrial, and Multifamily.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications and project management applications.
A current driver’s license that has been valid for the past 12 consecutive months.
Clear and effective communication skills.
Ability to motivate team members and gain their trust.
Accountability and integrity.
Sound decision-making capabilities under pressure.
Ability to foster working relationships with owners, trade partners, and inspectors.

Nice To Haves

Lead experience on projects valued at $50 million or more.

Responsibilities

Lead and support large, complex projects or multiple projects simultaneously, contributing hands-on to key deliverables from pursuit through completion.
Delegate work, hold team members accountable, mentor them, and provide a supportive environment for raising concerns and needs.
Ensure project team members set and meet project learning goals.
Promote and market Brinkman Construction to generate project opportunities.
Assist the Business Development Manager in developing and maintaining client, broker, and vendor relationships to generate new and repeat business.
Assist preconstruction with preliminary cost estimates and project feasibility studies.
Help develop RFP responses, including cost analysis and strategic planning.
Apply knowledge of owner and subcontract agreements to guide project outcomes and handle or advise on difficult, high-risk negotiations.
Direct multiple project teams with support from Project Managers, identify significant risks across projects, and use teams to mitigate them.
Review project cost reports before they are issued to management and understand buyout status, risk factors, potential contingency or allowance expenditures, and profit fluctuations.
Manage project design phases to help ensure budget, scope, schedule, and quality objectives are achieved.
Monitor Project Managers’ contract administration, including monthly pay applications, change orders, and project margin reviews.
Communicate a clear vision and strategy for successful outcomes for individuals and projects.
Meet regularly with staff to identify personal and workplace goals, conduct performance appraisals, and monitor development plans.
Recruit emerging talent from colleges and manage staffing requirements.
Work with Senior Management to develop and implement the strategic business plan, project processes, and procedures.