PRINCIPAL PROJECT MANAGER (CONSTRUCTION) – SACRAMENTO, CA

Touchplan; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking a Principal Project Manager for large, complex projects in Sacramento, CA. The role involves overseeing all phases of project management from planning through to construction, ensuring client satisfaction and effective team leadership. Ideal candidates will have extensive architecture experience, strong managerial skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years as a practicing architect with management experience.
• Registered Architect in California required.
• Industry certifications such as PMP or CCM desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project team in managing and delivering complex construction projects.
• Maintain open dialogue with clients for effective communication.
• Provide leadership and supervision of project staff ensuring adherence to company policy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Team management

Client-focused

Attention to detail

Education

NCARB accredited Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Tools

Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Job description

Position: Principal Project Manager
Location: Sacramento, CA

Position Summary:
Acting as the owner’s representative, the Principal Project Manager will lead large, complex construction projects and manage all facets of the project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction phases of work. They will envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over operations required to successfully deliver the project to meet the client’s goals and objectives. They will manage all project stakeholders and oversee project staff.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Acting as the owner’s representative, lead the project team in the successful management and delivery of complex building projects by taking an active role in leadership with the architect and the contractor teams.
• Guide the team to meet the client’s vision and ensure positive outcomes for our clients and their construction projects.
• Manage the overall client relationship during all phases of all contracts.
• Review and monitor the contract to ensure MSI is fulfilling contract requirements.
• Maintain an open dialogue with the client and its stakeholders for continuous and effective communication and to obtain a common understanding of project status, progress, and expectations.
• Develop and manage project standards and provide regular reports to the client on project progress.
• Provide leadership and supervision of project staff ensuring adherence to company policy/procedures. Oversee staff development, performance management, and team motivation initiatives of direct reports.
• Provide Design Management oversight including working with the project design team to finalize and manage the design process. Attend all design meetings and maintain meeting minutes to ensure contract accountability.
• Provide Construction Management oversight including review and monitoring of project budgets and project schedules, review of RFI’s and submittals, review of pay applications and change orders, observation and monitoring of construction activities, and evaluation of field problems and facilitation of resolutions.
• Attend all field walks and OAC (Owner, Architect and Contractor) meetings as the primary representative of the Owner.
• Monitor and facilitate project commissioning and closeout activities
• Coordinate Owner delivery of related fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Manage performance of contracts with subcontractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Create, update, and report on project budgets, invoice preparation, and project financial forecasts including variance reporting.
• Review and provide information to the owner regarding contractor schedule updates and coordinate with MSI’s internal scheduling team.
• Develop and manage proposals and responses for projects. Write key sections of proposals and assemble content into cohesive proposal documents and ensure all proposal materials adhere to company standards.

Required Qualifications:

• NCARB accredited Bachelor’s degree in architecture and a minimum of ten (10) years as a practicing architect including the management of a team involved in planning, design, and construction.

• Registered Architect in the State of California and active license required. Other industry certifications such as PMP or CCM desired.
• Project Management experience required.
• Significant experience in construction phases of work required.
• Candidate must possess the following abilities:
  • Organizational and project management skills.
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Manage and develop high performing teams.
  • Implement and execute vision and goals.
  • Prioritize work and successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Develop a pipeline directly or indirectly by using multiple market and customer resources.
  • Set priorities and work in a group environment or independently.
  • Be client focused and detail oriented.
  • Manage staff of different disciplines to produce results on time and within budget.
  • Communicate to and brief leaders.
  • Have working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
  • Proposal development, support and writing skills.

About MOCA Systems, Inc.:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry. MSI delivers innovative solutions to Owners, Engineers, Architects, and Contractors working on some of the world’s largest, most complex construction projects. A profitable firm with offices across the United States and partners around the globe, MSI’s services and technology offerings ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and fulfill all Owner expectations. To learn more, visit mocasystems.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (“MSI”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: MSI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.All employment decisions at MSI are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. MSI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. MSI encourages applicants of all ages.