Senior Project Manager (Aviation) - Austin Commercial

Austin Bridge & Road•Irving, TX

About The Position

Austin Commercial is seeking a Senior Project Manager for its Aviation Division. The role oversees major commercial construction projects from preconstruction and startup through construction and closeout. The Senior Project Manager coordinates project planning, scheduling, staff, subcontractors, owners, architects, and internal departments; manages project costs, contracts, changes, payments, quality, safety, and compliance; and supports the professional development of project staff. Austin Commercial is a 100% employee-owned company.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in construction management/science, engineering, or a related field.
10 or more years of commercial construction project management experience.
Successful completion of OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training, which may be obtained within the first year of employment.
Proficiency with project manager software.
Proficiency in cost projection, scheduling, financial analysis, budget reviews, and labor reports.
Ability to build and manage multiple high-performing teams.
Legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States; visa sponsorship or takeover of sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Oversee major construction projects by planning, scheduling, and coordinating all project phases.
Organize and manage large project teams, dividing responsibilities among project managers and superintendents as needed.
During preconstruction, work with owners and architects on plan development, technical and cost input, value engineering, and preliminary budget estimates; coordinate with Estimating to obtain subcontractor bids and prepare final estimates and proposals.
Manage project startup activities with the superintendent, including site security, temporary power, utility connections, office trailers, and material storage; coordinate delivery schedules where jobsite access is limited.
Review subcontractor bids for buyout, award subcontracts after negotiations, ensure required bonds and insurance are in place, and resolve contract interpretation and administration issues.
Ensure contract terms and specifications are met; inspect work, uphold quality standards with the superintendent, and document construction problems and deficiencies.
Approve subcontractor work and payments, code invoices, sign pay requests, resolve closeout and punch-list items before final retainage release, and monitor subcontractor and vendor performance and payment obligations.
Establish and maintain project cost accounting; oversee conversion of bid documents to job-cost elements, prepare monthly status reports, investigate cost variances, and review labor costs and unit costs with the superintendent and field supervisors.
Prepare and submit monthly owner and architect pay requests, ensure accurate and timely billing, and address causes of payment delays.
Work with the Scheduling department to develop and periodically update the master construction schedule and CPM schedule based on changes, field performance, material availability, and other impacts.
Price proposed changes and self-perform work, verify subcontractor pricing, evaluate schedule impacts, negotiate changes, obtain written owner approval before work begins, and notify the superintendent of accepted changes.
Work with the superintendent to ensure compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, building codes, company policies, and procedures, taking corrective action when needed.
Complete project closeout tasks, including documentation, completion reports, collection of final monies, and SWPPP-related work.
Establish project safety requirements and expectations; review safety procedures with the team, set inspection requirements and use of Predictive Solutions, and review accident and safety-practice documentation.
Promote collaboration among the jobsite team and invest in team members’ growth and development.
Train and develop subordinates through on-the-job, company-sponsored, and external training opportunities.
Lead career planning and development for project staff, including merit increases, promotions, and decisions related to hourly staff moving to salaried roles.