Construction Project Manager- K-12 Bond Program

Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to join our team and lead K-12 construction projects across the Portland metro area.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, have excellent communication skills, be able to take the initiative and drive activities with limited supervision. 

 Responsibilities: 

• Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages. 
• Financial management – Ensuring prompt client invoicing and utilizing the financial system in order to monitor a project’s financial status. 
• Project planning, including producing a detailed project plan. 
• Monitoring and applying performance management techniques. 
• Managing the change control process. 
• Managing the flow of project information between the team and the client, through regular meetings and written communications. 
• Preparing formal project budget progress and other reports. 
• Quality Control – Ensuring compliance with quality standards. 
• Working to construct proposals for new work or variations for existing projects. 
• Identifying opportunities to improve Project Management procedures, templates and products referring ideas to the appropriate line manager. 
• Identifying and ensuring that the appropriate line manager is aware of quality, safety, health and environment issues. 
• Establishing effective project governance, processes and systems to be utilized throughout project. 
• General line management responsibilities (where appropriate) are effectively discharged. 
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to calculate complex figures.
• Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
• Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
• Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
• Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.
• Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
• Knowledge in MS Project, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements.
• Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building types and systems.
• Passion for being detail oriented and highly organized

Education and Experience:

• 5-10 years managing public sector construction projects including design and construction phases. 
• 3 years minimum experience with K-12 construction projects. Experience with occupied school construction is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Experience with ORS compliance and public sector procurements.
• Experience with alternative contract delivery - CM/GC specific.
• Licensure as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired.

Preferences:

• CCM or CACM certification.
• Professional DBIA certification.
• Experience with Progressive D/B delivery.

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