Senior Construction Project Manager

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 a Senior Construction Project Manager for public sector school projects in the Portland area.

The Senior Construction Project Manager will monitor large, complex construction projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.

Responsibilities:  

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction.
• Review status of work completed during the period covered.
• Review that work is generally proceeding in a good and workmanlike manner and in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status.
• Review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance.
• Review of change orders.
• Review of Developer's monthly job cost reports and opine on adequacy of contingency.
• Review of construction and disbursement schedules.
• Review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
• Prepare project status reports and recommend the release of construction funds.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering best practices.
• Analyze the Developer's direct and indirect cost budget including cost estimate back-up and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group performing parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs and review of supporting documentation submitted by the Developer, contractor and subcontractors.
• Review and make relevant comments concerning the terms of the construction agreement, the submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreement as well as review both Contractor and Architect's qualification statements.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted documents including but not limited to:
  • Zoning approvals
  • Certified surveys
  • Building permits and approvals
  • Utility company approval letters
  • Soil and foundation engineering reports
  • Designer's certification of code and ADA compliance.
• Prepare Construction Risk Assessment Reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 deg