Senior Project Manager- Construction

CBRE; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense services provider is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead extensive repair and renovation projects at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. This role requires a minimum of 10 years managing engineering projects, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in various project management tools. The base salary range is $140,000-$170,000, complemented by competitive benefits.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Financial planning

Short-term benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years’ experience managing engineering and medical projects.
• At least five years in a supervisory position.
• CHC, PMP, CM, or PE certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution including planning and budgeting.
• Manage subcontractor performance and compliance.
• Prepare progress reports and financial forecasts.

Skills

Project management

Budget forecasting

Team management

Federal contracts knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Procore

RMS

Job description

Overview

CBRE Government & Defense Services is seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager (SPM) to lead major repair and renovation projects at the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth, VA. This role is pivotal in ensuring the successful execution of complex engineering and medical facility upgrades, while maintaining compliance with federal regulations and safety standards. The SPM is also responsible for all site related activities including employee health, safety, environmental, and quality compliance, design and engineering reviews, construction activities, material management, and project controls.

Primary Job Functions

Description:

• Lead end-to-end project execution including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
• Manage subcontractor performance, safety, quality control, and compliance.
• Develop and maintain cost-loaded schedules using Microsoft Project or Primavera P6, and manage documentation in Procore and RMS.
• Oversee design reviews, constructability assessments, and value engineering. Ensure milestone compliance with design deliverables.
• Negotiate contracts and modifications with government personnel and vendors. Review jobsite monthly reports and evaluate performance and compliance and lead program reviews with stakeholders to review project updates and progress.
• Direct and mentor site staff, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure accountability.
• Prepare and present progress reports, financial forecasts, and performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, and quality standards.
• Develop the scope of work for subcontracts, negotiate buyout of subcontractors, and manage the subcontractors to the terms and conditions of the subcontract.
• Prepare and update project schedules, invoice requests, and daily, weekly, and monthly progress, budget, and schedule management reports.
• Train, manage, and hold accountable site staff.
• Under the guidance of the Director of Operations, perform performance evaluations of assigned staff.
• Provide site supervisory staff with priorities and guidance in strategizing and problem solving. Ensure site staff have necessary authority and resources to effectively carry out their responsibilities.

Education, Experience and Certification

Required: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related technical field, or business management, with a minimum of ten years’ experience managing engineering and medical repair/renewal type projects and at least five years in a supervisory position.

Required: 10 Years of Experience: Minimum of ten years’ experience managing engineering and medical repair/renewal type projects and at least five years in a supervisory position.

Preferred: License/Certification: CHC, PMP, CM, PE – CHC, Professional Registration, PMP, or CM Certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum 10 years of construction experience in managing large scale design-build and design-bid-build projects in the engineering and medical facilities, with at least 5 years of direct oversight team management.
• In-depth knowledge of federal contracts and understanding of government contracting processes, regulations (such as FAR, DFARS), and compliance requirements.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget forecasting and cost control.
• Proven ability to identify growth opportunities for project personnel, coach and mentor project personnel.
• Proven ability to delegate task driven responsibilities to project personnel.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while attending to multiple tasks and demands.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
• Ability to work independently and recommend solutions to problems.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Projects.
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and implement operational strategies driven by data analytics that drive business growth and success.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring accuracy and compliance in all operational activities, informed by data analysis.
• CHC certification is preferred.
• Must pass OSHA 10-hour safety course.

Financial Responsibilities

$30 million in annual revenue for ENGS (Construction)

People Management

Yes

Travel Requirements

• Up to 10-20% travel.

Disclaimer

CBRE Government & Defense Services is thrilled at the opportunity for you to apply for one of our roles. The base salary range for this position is $140,000-$170,000. This position may also be eligible for a wide range of competitive benefits that can include but are not limited to medical, well-being, financial planning and short-term benefits.

This description is not intended to be an “all inclusive” list of the accountabilities of the job described. Rather, it describes the general nature of the job. In addition, some aspects of this job may change over time, according to business needs, and these changes may not be recorded immediately. The requirements stated represent the minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities to qualify and satisfactorily perform this job.

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