Senior Project Manager

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple subcontractors to implement small/medium size construction projects, including bid preparation, awarding contracts, mobilization, permitting, construction oversight, phasing, move management and turnover.
• Manage the work of general contractors, subcontractors, in-house skilled trades craftsmen, and other prime contractors and adjust work as necessary.
• Manage the design team selection process including preparation of appropriate RFQs and RFPs and coordinates the development and review of design documents at each phase of planning and design. Supports design team activities and facilitates timely decision making.
• Manages the project team composed of consultant(s), contractor(s) in house trades and other College stakeholders to develop studies and/or construction documents consistent with the approved project scope and budget.
• Communicates issues affecting project program, budget, scope, timeline or delivery. Enables the resolution of issues that arise during the project.
• Collaborate with other departments on campus to successfully complete construction work.
• Coordinate the scheduling of construction projects with College operations.
• Meet with customers to develop requirements, project scopes and expectations.
• Prepare bid specifications, execute bidding, the RFP process and award contracts.
• Assists in developing contractor bidder list and manages the bidding and construction process to ensure timely delivery of facility.
• Monitor and inspect all construction and renovation project activity to ensure compliance with design specifications, project schedules and allocated budgets.
• Develop construction project budgets and schedules and obtains approval for project execution.
• Manages timely and orderly Project Closeout activities. Works with consultants, contractors and operations personnel to prepare a punch-list for the contractor and ensure punch-list items have been addressed appropriately and accepts the work as completed.
• Prepares project estimates and budgets working with internal staff and contractors and by reviewing time and materials requirements for the work.
• Coordinates construction permits and inspections necessary to secure the Certificate of Occupancy in an expeditious manner.
• Identify and coordinate temporary and permanent moves of staff, faculty, and equipment as necessary to complete construction projects.
• Manage all local, state, and federal permits, applications, reviews, and inspections.
• Enforce basic applicable site safety measures and support overall project safety efforts.
• Attendance on campus is required for this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hours/Schedule:

Starting as early as 7:00am and as late as 5:00 pm including weekends, holidays, emergency calls and evenings as needed.

Work Environment / Physical Demands:

• Moderate exposure to weather conditions and unusual elements, such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
• Some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which requires following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to travel from building to building and floor to floor in multiple level buildings, climb ladders, and maneuver areas with uneven footing.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in construction management, general contracting.
• Project management of complex projects in excess of $1,000,000.00 dollars
• Project Planning & Scheduling - Developing comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets in collaboration with stakeholders and team members.
• Possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
• Proficient with Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Experience in scheduling all aspects of construction-utilizing Project Management software (Microsoft Project).
• Successful record of managing multiple projects with a high level of detail, organization and time management.
• Knowledge of current building codes, fire and safety codes and requirements.
• Knowledge of construction contract documents, project scheduling, cost estimating, and budgeting.
• Advanced understanding of construction materials and methods.
• Understanding of general bidding practices and ability to award construction contracts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, team building skills, problem-solving skills, and leadership skills.
• Ability to interact with various internal and external stakeholders in a positive, supportive and cooperative manner.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience managing Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing related projects.
• Experience working in a multi union environment.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Salary/Hourly Rate: $80,409-$88,450