Senior Project Manager - Sports Venue

Diversified•Chicago, IL

10d•$111,300 - $160,100•Remote

About The Position

A Senior Project Manager (SPM) is responsible for the scope, schedule, cost, quality and client satisfaction of a project throughout its entire lifecycle, from Initiating through Closing phases. However, the PM depends on the help of other people to perform most of the actual activities of the project. A project manager’s role is primarily focused around written and verbal communication to all project stakeholders. The PM is responsible for overseeing and performing project management functions on all Sports Venue projects, budgets and scopes. The PM will act as the person responsible on their assigned projects and have direct control over all project activities. The Senior Project Manager will also mentor other Project Managers with the company. The SPM will be assigned the largest, most complex and sensitive projects. This position will be providing direction to a wide range of internal and external personnel.

Requirements

Minimum 5-8+ years of progressive project management experience
Experience working on a construction site
Proven estimating experience in construction
Demonstrated success delivering complex, high-value projects
Prior experience as a Project Manager required
Strong preference for hands-on experience in: Installation, Engineering, Field leadership
Proven ability to lead teams and manage customer relationships in high-pressure environments
Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent professional experience (Technical, engineering, construction management, or business discipline preferred)
MS Project Proficient. Mastery of MS Project preferred
Valid driver’s license in their state of residence.

Nice To Haves

Advanced leadership or project management training preferred
Industry certifications (AVIXA, broadcast, media systems) preferred

Responsibilities

Overseeing and performing project management functions on all Sports Venue projects, budgets and scopes.
Acting as the person responsible on their assigned projects and having direct control over all project activities.
Mentoring other Project Managers with the company.
Being assigned the largest, most complex and sensitive projects.
Providing direction to a wide range of internal and external personnel.
Daily activities include project communications, scheduling, task lists for technicians, managing deliverables from engineering, CAD and Programming and overseeing the completion of projects.
Completing systems integration projects on time, on budget and achieving high customer satisfaction from our customers.
Managing projects and communicating with all project stakeholders.
Following and helping to improve the established Diversified processes.
Developing a strong long-term relationship with the client as the primary interface.
Managing the client relationship, including expectations, communications and satisfaction.
Coordinating and communicating.
Providing clear leadership and ownership for the project within Diversified, including accurate and timely verbal and written communication and follow up.
Coordinating all activities associated with the timely, accurate and on-budget completion of the project, including engaging stakeholders, delegating responsibilities clearly and running client and internal project meetings.
Providing support and assistance to team members as needed in order help them be successful and get the job done.
Ensuring appropriate and frequent communication between stakeholders.
Resolving destructive conflict.
Designing, planning, and coordinating work teams with regards to Sports Venue installation projects.
Assuming ownership of individual projects and assignments.
Establishing and maintaining communication with Account Executives, Directors, installation technicians, subcontractors, clients, etc.
May be required to regularly lead a team on large projects.
Developing and communicating project updates as required.
Providing constant monitoring of labor, equipment and materials budgets.
Providing and/or directing technical and administrative support to project team members.
Developing and maintaining all related project schedules.
Performing field verification of prospective work site.
Documenting all issues with site and keeping everyone informed of potential issues and solutions.
Coordinating all drawings and documentation between all internal and external stakeholders.
Facilitating and directing design reviews to assure proper documentation in the field.
Coordinating all system programming and final checkout of systems.
Providing punch-list of remaining tasks after substantial completion.
Contracting with contractors and other trades when necessary.
Monitoring status of projects including cost, timing and staffing to ensure timely and accurate completion of projects.
Ensuring quality and continuous improvement.
Coordinating training & turnover of projects to client, service department, & sales.
Taking full ownership of project.
Acting as the single point of responsibility and accountability for the project.
Ensuring schedule performance, quality of solution delivered to client, and client satisfaction.
Managing and reporting on the project’s financials, including ensuring budget performance and profitability.
Ensuring timely and correct billings to client.
Demonstrating proactivity, responsiveness, and follow through.
Communicating decision options to stakeholders and managing those decisions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Multiple medical plan options to fit you and your family’s needs
HSA & HRA company contributions
Dental coverage, including orthodontic benefits, and vision plans
Company-paid benefits
Basic Life, AD&D
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Generous paid time off — 3 weeks PTO plus company holidays and floating holidays
401k with company match
Paid maternity leave
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
A wide range of voluntary benefits including Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Life and AD&D coverage, and Legal Services
Commuter benefits