Senior Project Manager

Overview

SUMMARY

Paragon Professional Services, LLC (Paragon), a wholly owned subsidiary of Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC), is seeking a Senior Project Manager with civil/earthwork/site remediation construction management experience to oversee multiple projects in California and U.S.

 

Responsibilities of this position include oversight of planning, execution, and completion of various construction projects such as ecosystem restoration, soil excavation and disposal, levee repair and bank stabilization, and underground utility installation.  Work may occasionally involve vertical construction.  The Construction Manager will collaborate directly with contractors, suppliers, owner representatives, and Paragon supervisors/superintendents to ensure projects are managed safely, efficiently, and to a high-quality standard.   

 

Under the general supervision of the Paragon Operations Manager, the Project Manager will serve as the lead for pre-award planning, bid and estimate preparation, contract negotiations,  staffing, mobilization logistics, work scheduling and production, overall contract/budget management, and close out on assigned projects.  As the team leader, the Construction Manager will pro-actively support  field office efforts to optimize project and team performance through regularly scheduled meetings, site visits, and effective communication with all stakeholders. The Construction Manager will work closely with home office staff responsible for support activities including monthly fiscal and management reports, invoicing, safety and quality control directives, and will use their leadership position to support company goals and policies.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

 

• Work directly with the Site Superintendent to coordinate crews and manage subcontractors and suppliers to optimize production and project performance on large  (>$10M) environmental/civil works projects.
• Prepare and manage estimates, budgets, and resource loaded schedules.
• Ensure compliance with legal regulations, building and safety codes, and other requirements applicable to each project.
• Tracks progress of onsite work to ensure the project meets the objectives, schedule, and budget.
• Maintain relationships with Client(s) and Operations Manager and respond as needed to inquiries and requests for support or information.
• Provide clear and concise status/reports to the Operations Manager (and others, as required).
• Provide quality control oversight of site work to confirm that work is being conducted in accordance with the plans and specifications.  Works with project team and project quality control personnel to take corrective actions to maintain and advance project milestones.
• Communicates corporate safety policies to team members and enforces safety regulations and protocols to ensure work is performed in a safe manner.  Ensure field staff conduct daily on-site tailgate meetings with staff and subcontractors.
• Participate in site walks, generate bids, produce estimates, and prepare cost proposal packages for new projects.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or the sciences preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience on large environmental/earth moving projects on residential, commercial, or federal projects with at least ten years of that experience in a project management role.
• Experience working with Federal agencies including USACE and/or USEPA, and knowledge of their safety, cost tracking, and reporting protocols.
• Extensive knowledge of State and Federal regulations governing heavy civil projects.
• Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
• 40-hour HAZWOPER with current 8-hour refresher.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to prioritize, organize and work well under stress and varying weather conditions. 
• Must have exceptional communication skills and demonstrated effectiveness leading multiple teams/crews