Senior Project Manager - Palm Springs

Cumming Group•Hermosa Beach, CA

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! The Senior Project Manager is the lead for all deliverables on a project team for one or more projects of medium to large size or complexity. This position is responsible for the overall coordination and supervision of the project team, appropriate communications with the client, management and control of the scope, cost, and schedule objectives for the project(s) as a whole. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position may have supervisory responsibilities of 2-3 direct reports ranging from Project Coordinators – Project Managers. This position is responsible for supervising third party contractors and sub-contractors as related to the project assigned. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Plan, manage, and coordinate all aspects of the project schedule, scope, and cost. Support design development activities. Manage the on-site project stakeholders. Prepare Project Management plan and fee budget/proposal at the project outset. Evaluate documents and communicate the client’s specific goals and expectations to all project team members. Develop and communicate action plans that will lead the project team throughout the project, beginning with the initial Project Management Plan. Re-evaluate the contract scope of work as the project progresses against the goals, expectations, and the needs of the client, and recommend adjustments as necessary. Coordinate with cost management group for preparation of cost estimates, cost studies, actual job cost reviews, and budget reconciliation. Organize and maintain framework for project team processes and record keeping of electronic and tangible documents. Drive the permitting process by designing team documents to be submitted to various local, state, and federal agencies and ensure the applicable permits are moving through the process efficiently. Ensure the project design management continues to follow the client project documents such as budget, scope, schedule, and client's design standards. Prepare cost and revenue projections. Perform Constructability Review to determine the reasonability of a build plan. Develop and lead design management, procurement strategies, construction, fit-out, and closeout. Budget development and management. Ability to run larger, more complex projects. Effectively delegate project tasks to project management team. Oversee the entitlement process for unoccupied construction sites to ensure appropriate zoning is obtained. Lead the vision for project procedures and processes for running the project. Other duties as assigned. Attendance at work during normal business hours is required.

Requirements

Knowledge and experience planning, managing & coordinating all aspects of project, scope and cost for public works projects.
Work experience in project planning and project development.
Experience working in an operational facility including maintenance type work.
Ability to independently manage all aspects of a project.
Ability to develop and control project scope.
Ability to develop and maintain project budgets.
Ability to develop and review project schedules.
Skilled in reviewing and coordinating the preparation of construction documents.
Ability to run the day-to-day management aspects of projects in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to effectively facilitate project team and client meetings.
Ability to effectively negotiate and prepare change orders.
Ability to effectively monitor and coordinate construction activities with the various project stakeholders.
Ability to adapt and respond effectively to project issues and challenges.
Effectively recognize and elevate relevant project issues to superiors.
Ability to set and manage project expectations.
Working on projects with multiple phases and construction contracts.
Utilize effective written and oral communication skills.
Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in construction project management, engineering, or construction management with experience over the full scope of projects.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with public works projects and public contracting code.
CCM, PMP, PE, AIA

Responsibilities

Plan, manage, and coordinate all aspects of the project schedule, scope, and cost.
Support design development activities.
Manage the on-site project stakeholders.
Prepare Project Management plan and fee budget/proposal at the project outset.
Evaluate documents and communicate the client’s specific goals and expectations to all project team members.
Develop and communicate action plans that will lead the project team throughout the project, beginning with the initial Project Management Plan.
Re-evaluate the contract scope of work as the project progresses against the goals, expectations, and the needs of the client, and recommend adjustments as necessary.
Coordinate with cost management group for preparation of cost estimates, cost studies, actual job cost reviews, and budget reconciliation.
Organize and maintain framework for project team processes and record keeping of electronic and tangible documents.
Drive the permitting process by designing team documents to be submitted to various local, state, and federal agencies and ensure the applicable permits are moving through the process efficiently.
Ensure the project design management continues to follow the client project documents such as budget, scope, schedule, and client's design standards.
Prepare cost and revenue projections.
Perform Constructability Review to determine the reasonability of a build plan.
Develop and lead design management, procurement strategies, construction, fit-out, and closeout.
Budget development and management.
Ability to run larger, more complex projects.
Effectively delegate project tasks to project management team.
Oversee the entitlement process for unoccupied construction sites to ensure appropriate zoning is obtained.
Lead the vision for project procedures and processes for running the project.