Senior Project Manager

VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Houston is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project management with a focus on Airport Terminal and Retail works. Key responsibilities include acting as Owners Representative, managing project plans, and facilitating communication across teams. Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills are required, along with proficiency in MS Excel and MS Project. This is a full-time role offering competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Well-informed understanding of construction logic and interdependencies.
• Experience with Airport Terminal and Food & Beverage/Retail projects.
• Highly motivated with a strong independent work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Act as Owners Representative across project phases.
• Compile and analyze data for reporting.
• Develop project plans and schedules.

Skills

Construction logic

Client-facing experience

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Team leadership

Time management

MS Excel

MS Project

Education

10+ years in construction project management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Project

Job description

VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer Provided Pay Range

This range is provided by VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base Pay Range

$140,000.00/yr - $170,000.00/yr

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VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer is a consultative, service‑driven Project & Cost Management firm focused on representing ownership, across many development sectors, through the design and construction process. Founded in 1994 with offices around the country, VVA manages over $5B annually in construction volume across the US. VVA’s business, relationship-base and team has grown exponentially, offering us the opportunity to extend our services and regional relevance across the United States. We support and collaborate with experienced CRE’s, owners and leadership teams in delivering environments that best represent their long‑term vision and business goals.

VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer recently merged with German based Drees & Sommer and exciting things are happening here - especially our expansion and growth. We are seeking a dynamic Logistics Engineer to join our team in South Carolina.

Company: VVA Project and Cost Managers

Position Title: Senior Project Manager

Location: Houston, TX

This Candidate:

• Has a well-informed understanding of construction logic, phasing and interdependencies.
• Experience with Airport Terminal work.
• Experience with Food & Beverage/Retail work.
• Client facing experience.
• Can comfortably and effectively lead meetings and guide diversely disciplined project teams.
• Has strong presentation and interpersonal skills, communicating with professional poise, clarity and thoughtfulness, earning the confidence of high-profile clients and industry partners.
• Has excellent analytical and technical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Is highly motivated, empowered by a strong independent work ethic and comfortable managing tight deadlines.
• Is well adept at navigating MS Excel, MS Project and budget management.
• Has 10 years of experience in construction project management, architecture, mechanical engineering design, construction management and/or consulting.

Role Responsibilities:

• Act as Owners Representative with primary responsibility for all phases of various related projects/program.
• Assist in the development and management of a portfolio of projects, reporting, strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the client.
• Operate as a trusted project resource and guide, leading project meetings, communicating with extended teams and keeping all parties on task towards project success.
• Develop and support project plans and schedules that represent the appropriate level of detail and task interdependencies.
• Compile and analyze data and develop summary reports/presentations.
• Develop and update project budgets and schedules; generate analytical summary reports that speak to potential risks and recommended mitigation measures.
• Development and update of project plans governing communication, risk, roles and responsibilities, etc.
• Development and distribution of project status reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, action item logs, etc. to project stakeholders.
• Lead the continuous evaluation of contract scope of work as the project progresses against the goals, expectations, and the needs of the client, and make adjustments as necessary.
• Assist in monitoring project cost control, including the development of the project budget and regular updating and reporting to clients on the forecast for costs.
• Review, understand, and manage procedures for handling changes to the contract documents, monthly valuations, drawing submissions, change orders, substitutions, etc.
• Document the status of the project, all meetings and correspondence as a means to properly communicate within the project team and develop the project documents.
• Demonstrate an ability to read, understand and apply standard to complex documents affecting real estate projects, including but not limited to: agreements/contracts, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys and drawings.
• Interface directly with clients to define project requirements. Prepares scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimate & budget, cash flow, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
• Facilitate and maintain communications with and between the Team members and the client on a continuous and as-needed basis, ensuring Project Team members communicate in an effective manner.
• Track progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines. Report status and variances. Create action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule.
• Research appropriate technologies and apply technical knowledge to ensure effective delivery of project requirements.

Please note this description is not designed to include a comprehensive listing of actual activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

VVA, LLC is diverse company, and an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Successful candidates must be able to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. Nothing in this job posting should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.

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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Building Construction