Project Manager / Owners Representative (APM & PM)

Kramer Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work plans

Employee Managed PTO

Job summary

Kramer Consulting seeks an experienced Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager to support a diverse portfolio of commercial development, renovation, and construction projects. This role is ideal for a collaborative, proactive professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and manages projects through the full lifecycle of planning, design, and construction.

Ideal candidates will act as trusted advisors, lead project teams, and drive successful outcomes with a focus on education

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, real estate development, or a related field.
• Experience overseeing project coordination activities including scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and maintain client/consultant relationships.

Responsibilities

• Represent project owners throughout planning, design, construction, and closeout phases.
• Coordinate and negotiate with design professionals, contractors, vendors, and public officials on the Owner's behalf.
• Prepare and maintain project reports, budgets, schedules, change orders, invoices, and financial tracking.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets for assigned projects.
• Lead, coordinate, and document project meetings.
• Track documentation and due diligence materials for each project.
• Proactively meet client and project goals in a cost-efficient manner.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and drive timely issue resolution.

Skills

Project coordination

Budgeting

Scheduling

Client-facing

Risk identification

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, real estate development, or related field

Tools

ProjectTeam

P6

Bluebeam

Timberline

RS Means

Job description

We are continuing to grow our Project Management / Owners Representation team and are seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager to support a diverse portfolio of commercial development, renovation, and construction projects. This position is ideal for a collaborative, proactive professional who thrives in a client-facing environment and enjoys managing projects through the full project lifecycle of planning, design, and construction.

Successful candidates will serve as a trusted advisor and advocate for our clients while leading project teams, managing critical project objectives, and driving successful project outcomes. Experience in education (K-12) projects preferred.

Responsibilities include:

• Represent project owners throughout planning, design, construction, and closeout phases.
• Interact and negotiate with design professionals, contractors, vendors, and public officials on the Owner's behalf.
• Prepare and maintain project status reports, budgets, schedules, change orders, invoices, and financial tracking reports.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedules, and budgets for assigned projects.
• Lead, coordinate, and document project meetings.
• Coordinate and track project-specific documentation and due diligence materials.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to meeting client and project goals efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and help drive timely resolution of issues.

Experience Requirements by Level:

• 2–5 years of experience in construction management, architecture, engineering, or commercial real estate development.
• Experience supporting project coordination efforts, including scheduling, budgeting, meeting documentation, and project reporting.
• Ability to assist with maintaining project schedules, budgets, and financial tracking reports.
• 5–10 years of experience managing commercial construction, development, architecture, engineering, or owner's representation projects.
• Demonstrated experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, consultant coordination, and construction administration activities.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and maintain strong client and consultant relationships.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, architects, engineers, and public agencies throughout the project lifecycle. Demonstrated experience managing project scope, schedule, budget, and consultant coordination.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects and maintain strong client relationships.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Ability to prepare, review, and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, financial reports, and project status updates.
• Understanding of technical requirements and specifications for new construction & renovation projects.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings, furniture plans, and space planning concepts.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to interact with executive-level clients and project stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify project risks, solve problems, and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, real estate development, or a related field.
• Knowledge of ProjectTeam, P6, Bluebeam, Timberline, or RS Means is preferred.

WHO WE ARE

Kramer Consulting Services, inc (KRAMER) provides best-in-class owner representation/project management services for all phases of new construction and renovation projects. Established in 1994, KRAMER excels in providing advice resulting in added value to our clients from both public and private sectors, encompassing the full spectrum of owner and end-user markets.

Company Culture and Benefits

The power of our company lies within the collective whole of our talents and commitment, and we strive to provide our clients with the best and brightest professionals for their projects. The goal of the active founding principal remains to provide a working environment that fosters personal growth, quality of life, and professional achievement.

Our contemporarily designed headquarters office is conveniently located to metro, dining, and shopping.

• All positions offer full benefits, including Employee Managed PTO and hybrid work plans.