Senior Construction Project Manager - Growth & Risk Leader

Big-D Construction Corporation; Pleasanton (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental insurance

HSA with employer contribution

401k with match

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Big-D Construction Corporation is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex commercial construction projects in Pleasanton, CA. You will drive risk management, coordinate design and construction teams, manage contracts and change orders, and ensure safety and quality across multiple projects.

The role demands a strong background in delivery methods and proven leadership in fast-paced environments. You will mentor project teams, develop robust project management plans, and ensure projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• 10 years of related experience working on commercial construction projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Free Medical & Dental Insurance premiums.
• HSA with employer contribution.
• 401k with Match.
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability.
• Life Insurance.
• PTO & Holidays.
• Vehicle Allowance.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and provides input regarding all issues that require risk management.
• Develops solutions to ensure issues never become problems.
• Develops contingency plans to mitigate potential risks to projects.
• Builds strong relationships with other departments within Big-D.
• Leads teams to maximize contributions of each member.
• Reviews prime contracts with Project Director and provides red line changes.
• Provides detailed contractual interpretations to team regarding prime contracts and subcontract agreements.
• Experience managing projects in Design Build, CM/GC, and hard bid formats.
• Makes recommendations in project delivery method and contract award designation process.
• Monitors CPM schedule progress through updated schedules.
• Ensures field managers adhere to Big-D safety programs.
• Documents all changes or deviations from the contract timely.
• Proficient in technical writing for proposals.
• Assists in developing prequalified subcontractor bids and award contracts.
• Coordinates construction activities with owners, public agencies, facility operations, tenants, and utilities.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Contract management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Tools

Cost estimating software

Job description

Big-D is looking for a dynamic Senior Project Manager. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that is on a mission to be the most sought-after company in the business. We seek and employee exceptional, hard-working, lifetime learners; we give them the tools to succeed when we find them. We have a culture of growth and achievement powered by innovation, supported by purpose and joy.

Big-D Construction is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join their team located in Pleasanton, CA.

Key responsibilities include:

• Oversees and provides input regarding all issues that require risk management
• Develops solutions to ensure issues never become problems
• Develops contingency plans to mitigate potential risks to projects
• Build strong relationships with other departments within Big-D
• Leads their teams in such a way to maximize the contributions of each team member
• Reviews (and fully understands) prime contract with Project Director and provides red line changes
• Provide detailed contractual interpretations to team regarding prime contracts and subcontract agreements
• Experience managing projects in various construction delivery methods to include Design Build, Construction Manager/General Contractor (CMGC) and Hard bid formats
• Make recommendations in project delivery method and contract award designation process
• Supervise and provide input on methods to manage Owner furnished material or work
• Takes initiative and is involved during the proposal phase including, but not limited to writing project management plans, creating proposal schedules, reviewing proposals
• Ability to recognize project issues and timely acquire/coordinate company resources to support project as required
• Supervisesproject team’s overall administration and technical direction to single or multiple projects simultaneously
• Exhibits strong commitment to customer service, both internal and external in fulfillment of Big-D’s stewardship/mission
• Proactively monitor the progress of the CPM schedule through updated schedules
• Ensure field managers/staff are adhering to Big-D safety programs
• Holds team members accountable during all aspects of the project
• Full understanding of design process and able to provide quality control review of plans/specifications
• Ensures project team is performing all tasks in a streamlined fashion and makes adjustments as necessary
• Directs, guides, assists, plans and supports the design team as required
• Clearly, concisely and timely documents all changes or deviations from the contract documents including notifying the Owner of potential issues
• Proficient in technical writing for proposals
• Assist in developing prequalified subcontractor bidders list, review qualifications, and award contracts
• Coordinate construction activities of owners, public agencies, facility operations, tenants and utility companies in order to assure the desired project schedule, budget and quality are achieved
• Responsible for comprehensive design review for 30%, 60% and 90% design drawings. Input shall be provided in regards to cost, feasibility and completeness, as well as assist with management of the design
• Understanding of cost estimating software and ability to accurately provide input regarding project costs
• Negotiates subcontract modifications with subcontractors to manage risk
• Ensures prime and subcontractor contractual requirements are met prior to performing work
• Responsible to provide technical and procedural construction direction to internal and external shareholders
• Provide prompt and accurate reporting of all required costs, changes, schedules and insurance data
• Responsible for review/approval of change order requests and onsite change orders

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or other related field
• 10 years of related experience working on commercial construction projects; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Free Medical & DentalInsurance premiums
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
• 401k with Match
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• PTO & Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance

NOTE: All candidates are encouraged to apply, even though you may not fit all of the requirements.Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. No outside recruiters at this time. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and become the property of Big-D Construction. #LI-Onsite

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