Project Manager II

Position: Project Manager II
Location: Leesburg, VA
Duration: Full time, Direct
Salary:  Starting at $ 110,000.00+ (based on experience)

Position Summary

Project Manager II is responsible for cradle-to-grave aspects of construction and/or design/build management for the life-cycle of projects that he or she is tasked with managing (typically commercial and/or institutional construction projects) that have modest complexity and are typically valued at $5-8 million in contract value. The position includes an understanding of process management and the ability and agility to perform work that is contracted through a variety of delivery methods that include: indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ), Lump-Sum Contracting, Design/Build and Fast Track contracts. The Project Manager II accomplishes work primarily by means of subcontractors; however, has the capability of managing self-performed construction activities that benefit the project.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the construction and/or design/build workflow process starting in the project origination phase, to include: estimating, negotiation, contracting, buyout, construction administration, financial management, and closeout
• Meets with Owners, Design Professionals, and other stakeholders to determine project requirements, manage client satisfaction, and take immediate action to respond to problems and concerns
• Acquires and manages all building permits and other regulatory prerequisites (when required)
• Visit project work sites to assure safety, quality, cleanliness, and to manage the overall contracted scope of work
• Prepares, negotiates, and manages cost estimates and proposals related to the change management process (and the entire project based on size, complexity, and time available)
• Evaluates projects for constructability and value-engineer cost savings
• Creates and develops critical path project schedules to establish a baseline schedule that includes buy-in by all relevant stakeholders using either Primavera P6 or MS Project scheduling software
• Drives project performance to include updating project schedules and the ongoing identification of impacts caused by changes to the critical path to justify time extensions when needed
• In cooperation with the Project Superintendent, manages the development and communication of look-ahead schedules
• Implement strategies to subcontract or self-perform the various aspects of a project to achieve the project's objectives of price, schedule, and quality
• Negotiates contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders to ensure that all project goals are being addressed
• Proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions
• Take a lead role in conducting and documenting project progress meetings
• Determines and implements the appropriate level of project control (i.e., submittal logs, change order logs, etc.)
• Manages project costs to ensure budgets are maintained
• Documents and manages changes in the work to ensure the interests of all stakeholders in the project are reasonably met
• Creates and follows up on monthly requisitions to the Owner and manages all vendor payments to ensure all financial obligations for all stakeholders are met in a timely and consistent with contract terms
• Ensures that all aspects of the project are compliant with all contract terms and legal requirements that govern the project and the community in which the project(s) takes place
• Administers client-specific programs, such as CQC, Safety, Environmental Stewardship, etc
• Provides timely and cordial interaction with supporting work groups, such as Accounting, HR, ICS, etc.
• Documents substantial completion; manages the project closeout process to ensure timely completion
• Provides training, mentoring, and coaching to assist and develop other members of the project team
• Participates in industry networking functions
• Seeks out and regularly participates in learning opportunities and professional development

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in engineering or construction management with a minimum of 7-10 years of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor or 15+ years of directly related experience with no degree
• Demonstrated experience in estimating and managing subcontracted work and self-performed work activities
• A working knowledge of construction means and methods associated with the construction and/or renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and site work related thereto
• Is proficient with spreadsheets, email, and other software used in the construction industry
• Line item estimating experience and JOC contracting preferred.