Our client, an industry leader in the commercial construction space, is seeking a Senior Project Manager in the Dallas office. The right candidate for this role has ultimate responsibility for the financial and technical success of their project(s) and oversees all phases of project planning and execution.
The Senior Project Manager plans, organizes, leads and controls projects while meeting the expectations of the Client. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the oversight and leadership of one large project or multiple smaller projects.
Sr. Project Manager Responsibilities
- Providing direct leadership to your project team(s) and creating healthy accountability. Promote positive morale, healthy team dynamics and resolve potential conflicts with help from the Project Director.
- Be intentional with the project team’s training and development needs.
- Actively participate in preconstruction with the development of the Project GMP.
- Oversee the development and updating of the CPM Project Schedule by the Project Superintendent and other assigned staff.
- Oversee the document control and administrative requirements on the project including processes for submittals, RFIs, ASIs, updating project documents, meeting minutes, daily reporting, photo documentation, etc.
- Actively lead the buy-out phase of the project.
- Coordinate with the Project Superintendent in the development and implementation of a project plan.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of the Owner Contract, trade partner agreements, the Front Ends (if applicable), and all project documents.
- Implement cost control measures throughout the project .
- Lead the creation, review, and approval of the pay app process with the client. Establish regular and frequent communication with client to achieve timely receipt of payments to maintain a positive cash flow position.
- Lead the change order process to achieve timely owner approval.
- Analyze and accurately forecast project costs (GCs, GRs, and COW) and identify both problem areas which may result in cost overruns and project savings which can ultimately enhance the project fee. Consistently seek out fee enhancement opportunities.
- Challenge Project Superintendent and field staff to find new means and methods of construction to increase profitability, quality, and schedule.
- Ensure the team establishes a project specific safety program and is reviewed regularly. Drive a safety culture on the project.
- Ensure the team establishes a project specific quality program and is reviewed regularly.
- Own the Client relationship and communicate regularly to keep issues from escalating.
- Create and maintain relationships with designers, consultants, trade partners, material suppliers, inspectors, and staff.
- In the absence of a Project Manager, Chair regular OAC meetings to inform, advise and get direction from the client/design team to keep the project on schedule.
- Drive the project team to an expedited closeout process.
- Lead a post project review with preconstruction to share lessons learned
- Regularly work with the business development teams on future opportunities by promoting positive public relations.
- Lead monthly PSRs and CSRs discussions through proactive preparation, consistent OpEx management and engaging other project team members.
Sr. Project Manager Position Requirements
- Minimum of 10 years of experience as a construction project manager, and specific experience managing commercial construction
- Professional Degree in construction management is preferred
- Detailed understanding of construction project sequencing and scheduling
- Advanced understanding of drawings and specifications as well as constructability
- Ability to negotiate, write and execute all subcontract agreements
- Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
- Experience with CMAR and/or Design/Build delivery methods
- A valid Driver’s License
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Contact Angella Jensen by sending your resume to Angella.Jensen@gogpac.com.
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