Senior Project Manager

Waypoint Contracting Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Waypoint Contracting Inc. in Florida is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead commercial and/or institutional design/build projects from cradle to grave.

The role emphasizes process management, risk mitigation, and the ability to guide teams and subcontractors to meet price, schedule, and quality objectives. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Engineering or Construction Management (or 20+ years in lieu of a degree), strong estimating and scheduling skills, and current OSHA 30 and safety

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or Construction Management or 20+ years related experience.
• Minimum 10 years in commercial/industrial general contracting.
• 5–7 years in government contracting preferred.
• Experience estimating and managing self-performed and subcontracted work.
• Expert knowledge of construction means and methods for renovations.
• Strong skills with spreadsheets, email, and construction software.
• OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR current.
• CQC certification issued by USACE/NAVFAC as required.
• US Citizenship required for most positions.
• Grace period up to six months to obtain credentials.

Responsibilities

• Manage cradle-to-grave life cycle of design/build projects.
• Meet Owners and Designers to determine requirements and address issues.
• Acquire and manage building permits and regulatory prerequisites.
• Visit sites, clarify scope, and prepare cost estimates/proposals.
• Evaluate projects for constructability and value-engineer savings.
• Establish and maintain project schedules using scheduling software.
• Develop strategies to self-perform and outsource activities.
• Negotiate contracts and purchase orders to meet goals.
• Identify issues early and facilitate solutions.
• Lead progress meetings and document project status.
• Determine appropriate level of project control and document changes.
• Manage costs and keep changes within contract terms.
• Create monthly requisitions and maintain vendor dialogue.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and legal requirements.
• Administer programs such as CQC, Safety, Environmental Stewardship.
• Provide training, mentoring, and coaching to team members.
• Participate in industry networking and assume leadership roles.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Estimating

Contract management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

BS in Engineering or Construction Management

20+ years experience without degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Position Description

WCI’s Senior Project Manager is a leadership position and must demonstrate a mastery of the cradle-to-grave aspects of the entire life cycle of a commercial and/or institutional design/build project. The position includes an excellent understanding of process management and the ability and agility to perform work that is contracted through a variety of delivery methods. The Senior Project Manager accomplishes work primarily by means of subcontractors; however, he/she has the capability of managing self-performed construction activities that benefit the project.

Essential Functions of Senior Project Manager Position

Expert working knowledge of civil, architectural, mechanical or electrical discipline and a strong understanding of the other disciplines. Strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively use a variety of estimating, scheduling and reporting software tools. The ability to effectively communicate with management, subcontractors, customers and peer group and act as a problem solver at all levels within the organization. Ability to travel to different jobsites within a designated geographical area.

Senior Project Manager Responsibilities

• Manage the construction workflow process starting in the project origination phase, to include estimating, negotiation, contracting, buyout, construction administration, financial management and closeout.
• Meet with Owners and Design Professionals to determine project requirements, manage client satisfaction, and take immediate action to respond to problems and concerns.
• Acquire and manage all building permits and other regulatory prerequisites.
• Visit project work sites, clarify scope of work, and prepare cost estimates and proposals.
• Evaluate projects for constructability and value-engineer cost savings.
• Establish, monitor, communicate and maintain project schedules utilizing contemporary scheduling software.
• Develop and implement strategies to self-perform and to outsource the various aspects of a project to achieve the projects objectives of price, schedule and quality.
• Negotiate contracts, subcontracts and purchase orders to assure that all project goals are being addressed.
• Proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions.
• Take a lead role in conducting and documenting project progress meetings.
• Determine and implement the appropriate level of project control (i.e.: submittal logs, change order logs, etc.).
• Manage project costs to ensure budgets are maintained. Document and manage changes in the work to ensure the interests of all stakeholders in the project are reasonably met.
• Create and follow up on monthly requisitions to the Owner and maintain a regular dialogue with the project(s) vendors to ensure all financial matters are kept within contract terms.
• Ensure that all aspects of the project are compliant with all contract terms and legal requirements that govern the project and the community in which the project(s) takes place.
• Administer client-specific programs, such as CQC, Safety, Environmental Stewardship, etc.
• Provide timely and cordial interaction with supporting work groups, such as Accounting & HR etc.
• Document substantial completion: manage the project closeout process to ensure timely completion.
• Take a lead role in providing training, mentoring and coaching to assist and develop other members of the project team.
• Participate in industry networking functions and take a leadership role whenever possible.
• Act as mentor and resource to encourage staff to seek out learning opportunities and professional development.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Construction Management with a minimum of 10 years of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor or 20+ years of directly related experience with no degree.
• A minimum of 5 - 7 years of experience in government contracting is preferred
• Experience estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work.
• An expert working knowledge of construction means, and methods associated with the renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and site work related tasks.
• High level of proficiency with spreadsheets, email and other software used in the construction industry.
• Current safety credentials to include OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR
• Current CQC certification issued by USACE / NAVFAC as required by project
• US Citizenship required for most positions.
• A grace period of up to six months may be allowed to obtain stated credentials.