Project Manager

About the position

Job Description

The Project Manager will perform program management duties as part of the client's Program Management team. This is a robust program with a wide variety of technical facility projects, including new ground-up projects. Recent focus is on facility upgrades and implementing behavioral health needs into statewide facilities. This position will work closely with the Project Director to achieve on-budget, on-schedule project completions. The Project Manager is responsible for the performance and operations of the assigned project(s) and project staff.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administer A/E and consultant contracts, analyze bids, and make recommendations to the Owner.

• Assist with proposal preparation, defense against contractor claims, and contract award process.

• Coordinate design phase activities, regulatory reviews, and addendum process.

• Lead progress meetings, pre-bid meetings, and ensure timely contract award.

• Develop and review project budgets, schedules, and specifications, ensuring alignment with the Master Schedule.

• Track project progress, including cost, schedule, claims, and major issues; provide status updates to the Owner.

• Supervise assigned staff, approve leave/vacation requests, and participate in disciplinary actions.

• Oversee project close-out, design progress, and ensure compliance with scope and budget.

• Prepare and distribute reports, meeting minutes, and construction/design procedures manuals.

• Monitor contract invoices, payments, and provide overall management services to meet project goals.

• Lead Value Engineering efforts, assist in expediting decisions and approvals, and represent the client in public forums.

• Review A/E estimates, bid documents, and construction documents for accuracy, completeness, and constructibility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in Construction Management (preferably design-build)

• Previous Project Management experience (judicial sector experience preferred)

• Advanced knowledge of project development, design-phase management, construction estimating, cost, project controls/scheduling, documentation, engineering/construction principles, contracts, and delivery methods

• Registered Architect, Engineer (PE), or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) is preferred

Knowledge of:

• A/E and consultant contracts, selection processes, and contract administration

• Bidding, change order, and addendum processes

• Building codes, construction materials, techniques, and jobsite safety

• Construction budget and cost management, including Value Engineering

• Design and construction processes, CPM scheduling, and project management

• Public contracting, legal requirements, and punch list/closeout procedures

• Supervisory techniques and construction trade responsibilities

• Project scope, architectural programs, and front-end specifications

Ability to:

• Administer A/E and construction contracts, including procurement, scheduling, and closeout

• Communicate effectively, resolve issues, and conduct organized meetings

• Develop construction schedules, budgets, and project plans

• Manage change orders, claims, and documentation

• Lead teams, guide conflict resolution, and ensure project compliance

• Implement value engineering, identify cost-saving opportunities, and monitor construction progress

• Review drawings, estimates, submittals, and work progress

• Negotiate contracts, fees, and change orders with contractors/consultants

• Prepare reports, contracts, and technical documents

• Represent the client in public forums and maintain client relationships

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