PROJECT MANAGER

Socket.dev; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness initiatives

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer contributions

PTO Leave

Job summary

Socket.dev in Norfolk, VA seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead project teams, manage daily operations, and coordinate subcontractors on federal and private construction projects. Strong contract interpretation, cost control, and client relationship skills are essential.

Responsibilities include prequalifying bidders, scheduling, risk management, safety, QA/QC, and project close-out, with LEED knowledge and proficiency in Primavera and PlanGrid.

Qualifications

• Accredited 5-year degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience on Federal and/or Private construction projects.
• Proficiency with Primavera and LEAN to benefit projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication, advanced presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct staff on the project through managers and supervisors.
• Administer prime contracts and subcontracts; manage budgets and schedules.
• Pre-qualify bidders, issue inquiries, awards, and change orders.
• Lead project meetings and ensure safety, QA/QC and compliance.
• Oversee cost control, risk evaluation, and project close-out.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentation skills

Contract interpretation

Education

Accredited 5-year degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera

PlanGrid

MS Office

LEAN

Job description

Project Manager

Primary Function:

Long term employment to provide leadership for project teams, overall daily management of projects and subcontractors, ability to develop great working relationships with clients.

Typical Duties:

• Directs and responsible for all staff assigned to the project through direct reporting typically consisting of managers and supervisors heading up the various functions (i.e., Quality Manager, Superintendents, Safety Manager, and others as appropriate for the project).
• Understand and administer the Company’s prime contract and subcontract agreements.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of Corporate/Division’s policy while assuring compliance with all Federal government requirements.
• Manage budget and financial reporting, interpret, and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget. Manage financial aspect of contract (rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect Company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with client(s).
• Pre-qualify and evaluate potential bidders, issue, and prepare inquiry packages; award contracts; and issue change orders. Negotiate and process extra work claims.
• Prepare initial master schedule and oversee updates.
• Oversee cost control and change management systems.
• Responsible for the management and administration of the project’s Small Business Subcontracting Plan.
• Attend and lead project meetings, including progress, pre-construction, and pre-award.
• Ensure strict adherence to ethics and compliance requirements throughout the business unit.
• Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee, and pricing decisions.
• Drive enforcement of safety protocols by the project staff.
• Oversee the administration of the quality assurance/quality control program.
• Oversee project close-out; owner contact for post-constructions, including warranty period.
• Provide on an as-needed basis estimating support for the Division

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience:

Education and experience requirements include: Accredited 5-year degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and a minimum of 5 years’ experience with Federal and/or Private construction projects. Thorough knowledge of construction cost, schedule, estimating, purchasing, and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles.Switch Gear Replacement, heavy electric scope, 750-day duration. Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including MS Office Plan Grid. Must have advanced presentation skills. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule. Ability to implement leading-edge technologies such as Primavera and LEAN to benefit the project. Must be LEED Accredited. Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.

Benefits:

Our competitive compensation and benefits package includes:

• Outstanding working environment
• Wellness initiatives
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Short-term and long-term disability
• PTO Leave
• Paid Holidays

Sauer is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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