Senior Project Manager-Technology/Life Science

McGough Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough Construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead key technology and life science projects from inception through deployment. You will manage resources, timelines, cost and scope, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability while mentoring PM staff and coordinating owners, design partners, and subcontractors.

The role requires a four-year degree in construction management or related field, 10+ years of experience, strong collaboration and communication, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of related experience, including experience with self-perform capabilities.
• Demonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner’s representatives, design firms, and subcontractors.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Thorough and detail-oriented.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints.
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development: Take lead in responding to RFPs with Marketing; Take lead in interview preparation; Take lead in preconstruction effort.
• Client relationships: establish/maintain/build; Design partner relationships: establish/maintain/build; Owner’s representative relationships: establish/maintain/build.
• Lead/coordinate page turn; Identify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new work.
• Verify scope/budget/schedule align through preconstruction process; Promote other McGough services (SP, Industrial, FM, Development, etc.).
• McGough Self-Performed Work: oversee quantity take-offs and estimating labor production, materials and equipment; oversee implementation of PACE preparation and projections.
• Scope bid materials; Approve Critical Path Method schedules for our work; Lead estimate presentation to owner/design team.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Excel

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Job description

DescriptionMcGough is a respected partner that brings six generations of experience to high profile, unique and complex construction projects. We take great pride in our people and their extraordinary expertise in planning, development, construction and facility management. McGough employee tenure reflects the commitment and pride we share in our work. Ask anyone who knows us - the caliber of our people sets us apart.SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - TECHNOLOGY/LIFE SCIENCEFDThe Senior Project Manager (Sr. PM) will plan and lead key projects or multiple projects from inception through deployment, providing day-to-day management and oversight of project resources, tasks, issues, timelines, cost and scope. In addition to managing projects, a Sr. PM is responsible for:The success and profitability of projectsSuccessful management of project financials, including fee retentionClient satisfactionLeading by examplePromoting the McGough wayGuiding and mentoring project management staff to ensure these individuals are trained for the next level in their careerFostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliersChampioning company initiativesQualifications:Required:Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree10+ years of related experience, including experience with self-perform capabilitiesDemonstrated experience building strong partnerships and trust with external partners, including owners, owner’s representatives, design firms, and subcontractorsStrong collaboration and communication skillsThorough and detail-orientedAbility to prioritize and multi-task within time constraintsSelf-starter and motivated with minimal supervisionStrong computer skills, including ExcelPreferred:Estimating and field experience a plusScheduling experience preferredExperience working in process/production facilities, greenfield or retrofit projects.Instrumentation and Controls experience a plusOffice and Travel:Office: Various jobsites and/or corporate/regional office.Travel: In addition to regional meetings, overnight travel may be involved.Responsibilities and Tasks:Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development Take lead in responding to RFPs with MarketingTake lead in interview preparationTake lead in preconstruction effortClient relationships (establish/maintain/build)Design partner relationships (establish/maintain/build)Owner’s representative relationships (establish/maintain/build)Lead/coordinate page turnIdentify and pursue leads prior to RFPs being issued; assist in acquiring new workVerify scope/budget/schedule are in alignment throughout preconstruction processPromotion of other McGough services (SP, Industrial, FM, Development, etc.)McGough Self-Performed Work Understand and oversee quantity take-offs and assist in estimating labor production, materials and equipmentUnderstand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools, services and costsOversee implementation of PACE preparation and projectionsScope bid materials (concrete, rebar, brick, etc.)Approve Critical Path Method schedules for our workEstimating and Bidding Review estimates prepared by project managers and estimatingLead estimate presentation to owner/design teamReview proposed subcontractors prior to presenting to ownerFinal review/sign subcontractorsScheduling Last Planner coach/championLead preconstruction scheduling effortConstruction schedule review and oversightProject Oversight Understand project staffing needs and make sure proper resources are involvedReview and understand project financial condition and profitability (PACE)Assure the safety protocols are in place and adhered toRegular jobsite walks with McGough project staffUnderstand the requirements of our Owner’s contract, as well as SubcontractorsProject Management Oversight Coach/Mentor project management staffUnderstand specific training needs of staffReview and understand global project management staffing needs and available resourcesEnsure project management staff is mentoring at all levelsPost-Construction Ensure cost history information is uploadedFollow up with owner on lessons learned, strengths/weaknessesEnsure internal “lessons learned” meeting is heldOther Responsibilities Participate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractorsPursue new relationships with potential clients and design firmsAttend and participate in project management and other company meetingsAttend any training – personal and/or professional development – that is relevant to the positionActively participate in company-sponsored eventsPerform functions of PM I and PM II as may be necessary for project successSupport and follow standard of workParticipate in Lean events and support the McGough WayOther responsibilities as assignedPhysical Requirements:The physical requirements listed 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.Position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures. In addition, employee must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs.