Construction Project Manager - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting, a fast-growing professional services firm in McLean, VA with expertise in construction management (CM), project controls, construction-related technology, space planning, and facilities management, seeks a Construction Project Manager for an opportunity in Lexington, VA. The candidate will have responsibilities that include but are not limited to construction management, quality assurance, project controls, design/build, architecture and engineering, space management, facilities management, real estate, and leasing of complex construction projects. This role requires 7+ years of experience in construction management on projects for new construction, mechanical systems, renovations, upgrades or new fit-outs. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and requirements:
This role will focus on renovation and expansion projects to existing buildings on college campuses. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and requirements:

Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in the role of lead owner's representative or on commercial construction projects is preferred but not required.
• Active PMP and/or CQM certification credential is highly preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with field and office personnel.
• BA or BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field is required.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office is required.
• Experience in the use of industry project management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, AutoCADD, Revit, Prolog, Kahua, etc. is preferred.
• Experience with coordinating with project stakeholders, contractors, architects, and engineers during all construction project phases. 
• Experience with reviewing design document submittals, reviewing cost and schedule estimates, collecting, preparing, and reporting programmatic information.
• Experience with estimating, cost verification reviews and project financial management.
• Experience in compiling and management of cost proposals and experience in generating and negotiating change proposals.
• Fluent in project management principles and how to implement project management principles.
• Ability to analyze all relevant project-related information and communicate project status and issues effectively in writing and verbally.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, interpret contract terms and conditions, working knowledge of CPM scheduling, communication skills, intermediate computer skills and leadership skills.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead construction management and owner’s representative duties across multiple projects.
• Provide on-site construction management duties during mobilization, site preparation, construction, fit-out, commissioning and occupancy phases.
• Provide support in project planning, procurement, design, management direction, project completion, client satisfaction, and financial outcome of assigned construction projects.
• Interface with clients to define project requirements.
• Review schedule and align project work plan and deadlines with requirements.
• Inspect and monitor on-site processes, procedures, and systems for compliance with construction drawings, security requirements, and code compliance.
• Lead and manage the construction quality assurance process.
• Coordinate and monitor the completion of activities in all phases of the project life cycle.
• Monitor and oversee the project design or construction effort, to include but not limited to risk management, security and safety compliance, etc.
• Conduct comprehensive reviews of construction submittals and construction contract documents.
• Provide project administration and contract administration duties, including records management.  
• Generate well organized professional deliverables, including daily field reports. 
• Assist the Owner with acquisition planning, technical reviews, execution, and administration. Collect requirements, prepare SOWs, and conduct market research, as appropriate.
• Provide technical support on a daily basis to all customers, manage electronic documents, serves as the liaison for stakeholders and customer groups, provide expertise, monitor security related issues, and maintain a coordinating relationship with the government agency, its clients, and external partners to include the architect-engineers, construction contractors, and other contractors supporting the government.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(K) plan with employer match.
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