Senior Construction Project Manager- Public sector (Anticipated Opening)

Turner & Townsend; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager for public sector projects in Northern California. The role includes overseeing site visits, budget reviews, cost reporting, and contract administration to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and approvals.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and extensive experience, with licensure desired. The position emphasizes risk assessment, schedule control, and strong communication within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Ten years full-time paid professional experience in Construction/Project Management of Commercial/Public/Educational Facilities.
• Five of ten years coordinating complex projects with construction values over $20M.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction.
• Review status of work and ensure workmanlike execution per approved drawings and specs.
• Review contractor submittals, payments, cost budgets, and disbursement schedules.
• Prepare project status reports and recommend release of construction funds.
• Comment on construction and disbursement schedules and compliance with code and best practices.

Skills

Project management

Public sector

Financial analysis

Communication

Budget forecasting

Contract administration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Licensure as Professional Engineer or Registered Architect (desired)

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client‑centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager for public sector projects in NorCal.

Responsibilities

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction.
• Review status of work completed during the period covered.
• Review that work is generally proceeding in a good and workmanlike manner and in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status.
• Review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance.
• Review of change orders.
• Review of Developer's monthly job cost reports and opine on adequacy of contingency.
• Review of construction and disbursement schedules.
• Review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
• Prepare project status reports and recommend the release of construction funds.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering best practices.
• Analyze the Developer's direct and indirect cost budget including cost estimate back-up and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group performing parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs and review of supporting documentation submitted by the Developer, contractor and subcontractors.
• Review and make relevant comments concerning the terms of the construction agreement, the submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreement as well as review both Contractor and Architect's qualification statements.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted documents including but not limited to:
  • Zoning approvals
  • Certified surveys
  • Building permits and approvals
  • Utility company approval letters
  • Soil and foundation engineering reports
  • Designer's certification of code and ADA compliance.
• Prepare Construction Risk Assessment Reports.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to calculate complex figures.
• Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
• Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
• Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
• Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix‑based multi‑industry sales environment.
• Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
• Knowledge in MS Project, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements.
• Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building types and systems.
• Passion for being detail oriented and highly organized

Education and Experience

• Ten (10) years full time paid professional experience in Construction and/or a combination of Project and Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public/Educational Facility Construction.
• Five (5) of the ten (10) years should have full responsibility for coordinating complex projects with construction values in excess of $20M.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum eight or more years' construction administration, architecture, engineering or similar experience.
• Licensure as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $150k-$170k per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Turner & Townsend is an Afffirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-457-9400 or [e-mail]. This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non‑disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.

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