Project Manager, Victor Valley Station

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Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Brightline West team for assigned responsibilities at our Victor Valley and related Site Development. This individual will be responsible for delivering on all aspects of the project's Design Builder’s completion of the construction documents, with a primary focus on budget, schedule, and quality. Management responsibilities include but are not limited to architecture, structural, MEPF, interiors, signage, furnishings, lighting, civil and landscaping, etc.

The role reports to the Project Director and entails overseeing all on-site project activities, including work performed by direct contractors, their subcontractors, and other third parties, and managing 3-5 direct reports. The on-site duties include coordinating with internal colleagues on various project scopes and maintaining regular progress reports for senior management, Brightline West executives, Federal Rail Administration (FRA) Grant Administrators, Third-Party oversight, and local public agencies.

Initially assigned to the Brightline West offices in Ontario; once mobilized, shift to on-site offices.

• Closely manage project budgets along with commitments, known cost exposures, and potential risks. Report daily & weekly on project status to the Project Director & Senior VP of Development & Design.
• Prepare weekly reports on all aspects of the projects and assist in developing monthly reports for the Brightline West Executive team.
• Assist in developing the remaining RFPs for 3rd Party Plan Review, Special Inspection, and Materials Testing along with other Environmental Monitoring and QA/QC items, with the Project Director.
• Coordinate management of 3rd party plan reviewer/site inspector agency and Construction Material testing agent with Design-Builder.
• Assist the selected Design-Builder(s) through the process of completing the design along with document approvals & permitting. Fast-tracking of packages and Enabling/Early Works packages may be required on some projects.
• Track compliance of the selected Design-Builder to Project Labor Agreements required to be finalized for each Project.
• Review/comments/recommendation of approval of monthly Design-Build pay applications.
• Monitor contractor’s safety and reporting requirements for OCIP and other agencies.
• Monitor Design-Builder Compliance with all aspects of FRA Grant reporting including Buy America and participation targets for SBE, MBE, and DBE.
• Work with Brightline West team and outside consultants to develop budgets for FF&E and implement procurement strategy, including installation.
• Review and approve consultant and vendor invoices, maintain project filings, and record systems.
• Monitor contractor submittals, RFIs, and responses, ensuring timely and cost/schedule-aligned responses.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Architecture, Construction, Engineering, or a related field. Applicable Project Management experience may be considered in lieu of the degree.
• Minimum 8-12 years’ experience managing complex construction projects with increasing responsibility and supervision of internal/external resources.
• Proven capability managing complex projects over $30M, or multiple projects at $50M+ concurrently, with responsibility for quality, safety, schedule, and budget.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 and Project Management software (Aconex).
• Ability to guide development, interpretation, and enforcement of contract documents.
• Ability to source, bid, and negotiate design or 3rd Party Inspection firms.
• Ability to manage the construction bid/award process and change orders, including integration of bid alternates and VE into coordinated documents.
• Ability to present and report to Brightline West Executives and outside agencies.
• Prior work experience in transportation facilities; understanding Buy America requirements per FRA is a plus.

Brightline West offers a competitive salary and robust benefits package for full-time positions. The salary range is…