Senior Project Manager - Federal Virginia Beach, VA

Clark Nexsen; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Nexsen invites a Senior Project Manager to lead Federal market projects, mentor Project Managers, and ensure successful delivery from inception to closeout. You will coordinate with clients, contractors, and design teams, maintaining schedules and budget controls while navigating security clearance requirements.

The role requires a strong estimator of risk, proactive communication, and travel as needed. A PE license and federal project experience are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field; licensure encouraged.
• U.S. citizen; eligible for U.S. Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline projects in Federal market sectors.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers and staff.
• Coordinate with Federal clients and stakeholders through all project stages.
• Prepare contracts, proposals, and fee discussions for large projects.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to budgets and schedules.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and risk management.
• Travel to sites as required.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Federal projects

Communication

Presentations

Team leadership

Proposal development

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

PMI PMP (desirable)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

MS PowerPoint

MS OneDrive

MS Teams

Job description

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position summary: A Senior Project Manager in the Federal Market Sector will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing activities on single or multi-discipline projects of moderate to large scope involving architecture, engineering, planning, interior design or other areas of the firm’s practice. Senior Project Managers are also responsible for mentoring and overseeing the work of Project Managers.

Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance. Due to federal contract requirements, only candidates who meet U.S. government eligibility requirements for a Secret Security Clearance will be considered.

Compensation for this position is $115,000 - $170,000, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. Ifso, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Knowledge of Federal processes and criteria necessary to effectively lead, motivate, and communicate with a project team during scope and project execution
• Working with the Principals and Design Managers to develop and present projects to clients, contractors, project team members, AHJ's, and members of the public through all stages of the project
• Coordinating with Federal clients to ensure successful completion of projects that may involve either new construction or renovation
• Facilitating a professional and successful relationship between Federal client, contractors, and the project team
• Running project meetings and participating in management meetings
• Actively support Principals and Marketing in the Company’s Federal marketing and business development activities
• Preparing contracts and fee proposals for review and participating in contract negotiations on large projects
• Ensuring staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures
• Developing and managing project planning, budgeting, and critical project objectives
• Verify project consultants are properly licensed and insured
• Managing the work, training, and vacation of project staff
• Assemble staff for project teams with input and concurrence from Principals, Department Directors, and Department Heads
• Working with, responding to, and taking direction from Principals and senior management
• Mentoring and developing Project Managers
• Ability to travel is required

Project responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform Principal duties as assigned
• Monitor scope/schedule creep for potential additional services
• Provide weekly progress reports to Federal Clients
• Assemble and maintain design discipline sheet mock-ups and work plans
• Prepare and monitor project budgets and schedules with input from each discipline and consultants
• Facilitate project team meetings to review project scope, project progress, and schedule issues as well as team coordination, coordination with consultants, and problem solving
• Review RFI and shop drawing submittal responses for appropriateness and completeness
• Prepare draft monthly invoices, 12-month invoice projections and monitor accounts receivable
• Review and approve project related expenses and consultant invoices
• Assemble and review design “milestone” submittal deliverables and ensure completeness and quality of the submittal
• Perform project closeout and archiving tasks
• Schedule QC/QA reviews
• Schedule and/or conduct periodic site visits during construction

Required Skills

• A Senior Project Manager will typically have significant experience as a Project Manager in a leadership role in the areas of the firm’s practice
• Senior Project Manager will have demonstrated skills and abilities to mentor Project Managers, lead large projects, and develop new business.
• Previous experience with Federal projects may be given additional consideration.
• Ability to prepare effective and concise documents
• Possess technical precision and creative design skills
• Ability to makepresentations to a variety of groups
• Have a client-oriented attitudewith a desire toprovide outstanding professional services
• Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as the success of colleagues and the firm as a whole
• Demonstrated recognized leadership within the firm and outside the firm
• Possess excellent team leadership capabilities and abilities
• Specialized experience in one or more areas of the firm’s practice
• Possess knowledge and expertise to prepare and negotiate complex proposals and contracts with minimal oversight by a Principal
• Demonstrated ability to consistently deliver significant project volume on-time, on-budget and exceeding client and firm expectations

Required Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field. Engineering, architecture, interior design or planning degrees may be given additional consideration
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) is desirable
• A minimum of 12 years prior experience in an Engineering or multi-discipline Architectural and Engineering firm
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Additional certifications such as CDT, CCS, or CCCA are encouraged to reflect personal growth in the profession and an ever-increasing knowledge base to enhance the design and documentation process
• Knowledge of A/E Industry and terms commonly utilized in the Federal market
• A Senior Project Manager should be able to effectively utilize current company software programs for word processing, e‑mail, accounting, and information management. Current programs include:
  • MS Word
  • MS Excel
  • MS Outlook
  • MS PowerPoint
  • MS OneDrive
  • MS Teams

Qualifications Preferred:

• Active U.S. Secret Security Clearance.
• Previous experience with Federal projects may be given additional consideration.
• Understanding of sustainable design principles and design practices with LEED AP accreditation is preferred
• Experience in the use of the following programs is desirable:
  • Visual Planning
  • AIA Contract Documents
  • Newforma Project Center
  • Various other MS 365 Apps (Power BI, Project, Lists, etc.)
  • ProjNet (Web-based Application

Working Conditions

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk-based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required. Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.