Aptitude Tech Project Lead — IT & Construction Systems

JE Dunn; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non‑Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction seeks an Aptitude Project Manager 1 to lead technology scopes on selected projects. You will support design, estimation, budgeting, scheduling and change management, coordinating with project teams to integrate IT/Life Safety systems.

The role requires strong leadership, communication and PM skills, with travel to project sites as needed. Responsibilities include managing budgets, tracking milestones, preparing proposals, and ensuring proper documentation and strain on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, IT or related field (Required).
• 5+ years experience in Information Technology/Security/Life Safety related systems (Required).
• 5+ years of project management experience (Preferred).
• Valid and unrestricted driver’s license required.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
• May require periods of travel and/or relocation.
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technology related design and construction efforts that meet the constructability, quality, financial and technical standards.
• Provide technical expertise related to design assist, installation, and network integration of complete and related systems.
• Create technology specific scopes of work and responsibility matrices tailored to individual projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and obtain vendor & trade partner pricing to compile complete & accurate budgets or hard bid proposals.
• Manage budgets, costs and projections related to assigned projects.
• Assist with the development, dissemination, accountability and discipline of Aptitude processes and standards.
• Lead, coach and motivate team members in a proactive manner, consistent with the JE Dunn’s Strategic Objectives and Core Values.
• Support the deployment of Aptitude strategies for project delivery to achieve project financial, quality and performance objectives.
• Participate in companywide communication programs and strategy sessions to enhance the company’s ability to effectively market, sell and deliver technology related services.
• Manage budgets, schedule, staffing projections, billing and collections relating to assigned projects.
• Develop and manage a project plan & schedule to identify tasks, resources and timing to achieve project objectives (scope, schedule, cost, quality).
• Track and report progress on the achievement of project milestone(s) with team members, stakeholders and team leaders.
• Communicate, track and resolve issues in an effective and prompt manner throughout the life of the project.
• Determine how results will be measured and complete a post‑project evaluation of performance to plan.
• Ensure that all project documents are properly managed and archived upon project completion.

Skills

Communication

Presentations

MS Office

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree (construction management / IT or related field)

Job description

JE Dunn Construction seeks an Aptitude Project Manager 1 to lead technology scopes on selected projects. You will support design, estimation, budgeting, scheduling and change management, coordinating with project teams to integrate IT/Life Safety systems.

The role requires strong leadership, communication and PM skills, with travel to project sites as needed. Responsibilities include managing budgets, tracking milestones, preparing proposals, and ensuring proper documentation and strain on