Project Manager - Collaborative Delivery

Filanc Construction Co., Inc.; Escondido (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A prominent constructor in water treatment seeks a Project Manager to lead collaborative delivery projects, manage budgets, and ensure client satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and have extensive experience in designing and delivering water and wastewater infrastructure. Strong communication skills and business development aptitude are essential for this role, along with a valid California license. The position requires flexibility in hours and locations across California.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience leading teams designing water and wastewater infrastructure.
• 5+ years’ experience in collaborative delivery projects.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project locations.

Responsibilities

• Support business development and maintain Owner relationships.
• Lead integration of teams for project goals.
• Manage project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Business development aptitude

Big picture vision

Construction management experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical engineering

Profession Engineer license (California)

DBIA certification (or commitment to obtain)

Job description

Project Manager - Collaborative Delivery

Founded in 1952, Filanc is a prominent constructor of water and wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure in the western United States. Since the 1980’s, Filanc has led the industry in collaborative delivery of these projects, including fixed priced design-build (DB), progressive design-build (PDB), construction manager at risk (CMAR), and other models. Collaborative delivery is our preferred way of doing business because it leads to better outcomes and provides a more rewarding experience for all parties, as compared to the traditional design-bid-build approach.

Position Description:

The Project Manager, Collaborative Delivery is a major player in the pursuit and execution of large collaborative delivery projects. These may include water and wastewater treatment facilities; waste-to-energy facilities; pumping facilities; gravity and pressure pipelines and conveyance systems; and storage facilities. More specifically, the successful candidate will:

Business Development:

• Support the business development team by establishing and maintaining Owner relationships, evaluating business development opportunities and pre-selling collaborative delivery projects.
• Lead or provide major input to the technical aspects of collaborative delivery proposals.
• Lead or participate in client interviews and other procurement period meetings and workshops associated with collaborative delivery pursuits.
• Assist with contract negotiations and pre-award activities.

Pre-construction:

• Lead and promote the integration of teams consisting of engineering partners, subcontractors, equipment vendors, and Filanc staff in pursuit of project goals and objectives.
• Manage Owner expectations and satisfaction.
• Set and communicate project priorities, including developing agendas for and leading meetings and workshops.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Lead value engineering, constructability and risk management efforts.
• Prepare and/or review project documents, including letters, proposals, technical memoranda, design reports, and plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with estimating staff to develop responsive cost models, alternatives analyses and guaranteed maximum price (GMP) proposals.
• Participate in negotiating GMPs and construction period commercial terms.
• Coordinate with regulatory and permitting authorities.

Construction:

• Facilitate a seamless transition to the Construction Project Manager by communicating design intent, project risks and work sequencing constraints.
• Remain engaged throughout the construction period to preserve continuity and institutional knowledge and manage Owner relations.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, mechanical or another relevant engineering discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• California Professional Engineer license.
• DBIA certification or the commitment to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• 10+ years’ experience leading teams to design water and wastewater infrastructure and unit processes.
• 5+ years’ experience leading and/or having major roles in successfully delivering collaborative delivery projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience with effectively communicating in face-to-face meetings and virtual meetings, by phone, and in writing.
• Big picture vision with a focus on results.
• Demonstrated business development aptitude, with strong relationships and experience in Southern California.
• Construction and/or construction management experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project locations.

Working Conditions:

Project Managers must be able to work flexible hours and locations throughout the area.

J.R. Filanc Construction Company, Inc. is proud to be a drug free workplace. J.R. Filanc Construction Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

This job description intends to list the primary or “essential functions” of the job. It is not intended to be all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by management.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.