Senior Project Manager

Position Summary

Provide overall management direction on complex mechanical or electrical projects and analyze and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, geographical area, or type of project (typically within the healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or data center industries).

• Assume primary project leadership responsibilities in partnership with other key team members and project personnel.
• Evaluate the scope of work. Analyze project alternatives, such as material specifications and preliminary construction methods, to develop the optimal construction techniques for the project.
• Plan, organize and staff key project positions through regional department heads, subordinate project managers, general superintendents, etc.
• Coordinate with project superintendents and fabrication department to discuss prefabrication possibilities and/or alternatives prior to and during project construction.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within the boundaries of Southland’s corporate policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with clients and A/E contacts to facilitate successful construction activities.
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts.
• Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site project superintendent. Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Research and analyze new materials (functionality, performance, reliability, quality, cost and contract conformance).
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while simultaneously maintaining a positive relationship with client.
• Manage risks. Assess alternatives to overcome system coordination issues. Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures as required.
• Actively pursue additional work through change orders.
• Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and Southland standards.
• Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers and assistant project managers, when assigned.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

• 4-yr. engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience)
• Extensive (10+ years) experience/knowledge of construction design, finance, and management
• Thorough understanding or corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities
• Outstanding negotiation and change order management skills
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.)
• Exceptional organizational and documentation skills
• Advanced abilities in problem solving, scheduling, and cost control
• Excellent MS Office skills and ability/drive to learn new software systems
• OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee and project performance
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

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