Senior Project Manager

The Poole and Kent Corporation; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 152,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical contractor in the eastern United States is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent leadership skills, and a degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management. This full-time role involves ensuring project success through effective communication and collaboration with various teams.

Qualifications

• Five to ten years direct experience in managing large commercial construction projects.
• Direct experience with Microsoft Office and financial management software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct assigned commercial construction projects.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Lead project personnel and manage risk mitigation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Risk Management

Education

Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial Management Software

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Job Title: Senior Project Manager, Construction (Mechanical)

Location: Ashburn, VA

Reports to: Project Manager

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Work Shift: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. / Mon. – Fri.

ABOUT US: The Poole and Kent Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of EMCOR Group. Inc. The Poole and Kent Corporation is one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

SUMMARY: The Senior Project Manager assists the company in meeting its objectives and goals by overseeing and directing assigned commercial construction projects taking appropriate actions to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and with defined resources. The Project Manager will ensure a safe working environment for all employees.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide day-to-day leadership and management in the execution of the assigned project in a manner with the mission and core values of the company.
• Independently oversees all aspects of the assigned project through completion.
• Independently oversees, directs and leads risk mitigation for matters arising out of project performance.
• Responsible for driving the project to achieve and surpass sales, profitability, cash flow in alignment with business goals and objectives.
• Provides timely, accurate and complete reports to the Executive Officers on the operating condition of the project.
• Communicates and collaborates with the PreConstruction, Scheduling, Purchasing, Prefabrication, Drafting and Executive team members in the performance of the project to achieve deliverables for the project within or ahead of schedule.
• Act as a "client-care officer" through direct contact with every client and partner in connection with the assigned project.
• Partner with Project Estimators to ensure a complete scope of work is defined.
• Monitor project budgets and labor costs.
• Prepare and present computer generated spreadsheets and reports.
• Maintain regular communication and collaboration with project superintendents by spending time on assigned job sites.
• Report and resolve employee concerns and/or grievances as needed.
• Ensure job site employees maintain a safe work environment by conducting safety audits.
• Conduct Toolbox Talks and other company training on assigned job sites as needed.
• Attend and conduct meetings as required.
• Comply with all company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established
  
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead, direct and manage project personnel.
  
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each of the aforementioned essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge, skill, and/or attributes necessary to fully perform the duties of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Education And Experience

• Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, and/or a degree in a related field.
• Five to ten years direct and independent experience in managing large commercial construction projects, successfully.
  
  

Computer Skills

• Direct experience with increasing expertise in Microsoft Office Word and Excel applications.
• Direct experience with financial management software in connection with project management accounting.
• As applicable software applications utilized in the commercial mechanical contracting industry.
  
  

Required Attributes

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

• Must possess professional integrity, and be trustworthy.
• Must possess excellent motivation skills to effectively lead and direct others.
• Must possess the interpersonal communication skills to successfully execute position responsibilities and represent the organization effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must demonstrate ability to effectively organize and manage multiple projects.
• Must demonstrate technical skills related to industry, quality assurance, and costing.
• Strong knowledge and experience with building codes, ASHRAE, IBC, LEED and local plumbing jurisdiction codes.
• Must demonstrate ability to independently analyze and solve problems on a strategic and tactical level and resolve conflicts.
• Familiarity with a wide variety of field concepts, practices and procedures.
• Working knowledge of and ability to apply OSHA safety standards.
• Must demonstrate commitment to company values.
  
  

Language Skills

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of personnel, whether it is employees, government agencies, contractors, vendors, and/or suppliers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly required to commute to field locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to VDT's. The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Government Administration

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