MEP Construction Project Manager Security Clearance

Position: MEP Construction Project Manager with Security Clearance
Location: Poolesville

MBP is seeking leaders in the design and construction industry to support the delivery of complex projects and programs. For this position, we seek candidates in the Washington/Baltimore DC metropolitan area with 10 or more years of combined education and/or experience and demonstrated advanced knowledge and expertise in the installation of complex Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and/or related systems. Experience in supporting the successful delivery of new and/or renovated laboratory, data center, and/or secure facilities with SCIFs is desired.

Evidence of progressive career development and demonstrated expertise in quality control, quality assurance, construction management, field engineering, or related fields. MAIN DUTIES:
Duties include providing pre-construction and on-site owner representation for medium— to large-scale construction projects, either as part of a team or working independently, depending on the project's size and complexity. Responsibilities include managing cost, schedule, and/or quality on behalf of the client/owner. Typical duties include:
· Working collaboratively with the project delivery team to proactively identify risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies.
· Reviewing project schedules to verify they are complete, feasible, and reasonable. Specific scheduling experience is not required, but it is desired.
· Reviewing and tracking progress against the accepted schedule.
· Participate and/or lead progress meetings. Prepare meeting minutes or review meeting minutes prepared by others to verify completeness and accuracy.
· Provide quality management, including participation in preparatory/pre-installation meetings, and perform or oversee the performance of Quality Assurance (QA) inspections to verify that work is being performed in compliance with contract requirements.
· Document and track issues until resolution, including working collaboratively with the contractor, designer, and owner to resolve issues as they arise.
· Review change order proposals for entitlement and price, and lead or assist in negotiations.
· Coordinate and oversee commissioning agent and other third-party owner contractors.
· Coordinate punchlist and acceptance with the designer and other project stakeholders.
· Monitor and verify completion of closeout requirements, including owner training, operations and maintenance manuals, warranties, and stock materials. EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:
· High school or General Equivalency Diploma (GED), plus 15 years of related experience and/or education.
· Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field, plus 10 years of related experience
· Possess OSHA 30-hour certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.
· Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including computations based on field measurements.
· Considerable construction-related training or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job.
· Knowledge of codes, materials, methods, and tools utilized in construction, repair, or renovation work.
· Preferred certifications include CQM (Construction Quality Management), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), Journeyman or Master certification/license.
· Knowledge of construction practices, principles of construction management and project controls, with working knowledge in areas including scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, and construction techniques.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Ability to work independently and handle all aspects of a project, including client interface, technical issues, documentation, and reporting.
· Exercises tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive and complex issues and situations.
· Ability to identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences.
· Specialized expertise with quality assurance and quality control techniques.
· Must have computer skills and be proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, Email, Internet navigation, web-based tools, and other specialized equipment.
· Ability to read and interpret plans and contract specifications.
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