Remote Senior Project Manager; SPM

Senior Project Manager (SPM)

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) for Above Group shall contribute and support leadership of Project Management efforts consisting of full discipline AE and cross discipline Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) projects for the firm. The PM shall be a graduated engineer or architect from an ABET accredited institution who shall directly contribute to the Firm and its success through project management efforts.

The PM is also responsible for contributing to the growth of the team by leading and mentoring subordinate staff in expanding their capabilities and contributions. The PM will be responsible for the five phases of project management which includes conception and initiation, planning, execution, performance/monitoring, and project close.

General Duties

• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for all projects to which they are assigned; this includes managing external design sub consultants and internal design teams.
• Create and interpret information set forth in a Basis of Design, design criteria documents, reports, and other high quality highly technical written documents as needed.
• Maintain a clear line of communication between clients, contractors and project managers on all current and future projects.
• Conduct quality control checklists-i.e., review drawings, specs and narratives for project managers.
• Revise and correct any oversights on drawings, specs and narratives.
• Facilitate and engage with new clients in support of business development activities, including support for project interviews, technical writing for project proposals, and detailed government fee proposals
• Work on contracts to provide for the sub-consultant and coordinate with them to gain approval on contracts and distribute for signatures.
• Keep up-to-date documentation and record keeping of the VA standards and codes.
• Ensure project records are always up to date, staff that are visiting job sites, and timelines of all projects.
• Keep a record of schedules and calendars with project deadlines for design teams.
• Ensure response times for RFIs and Submittals are above the company standard.
• Maintain record of all communication and work pieces discussed with contractors.
• Contribute to the development of company-wide standards and processes.
• Provide mentorship towards junior and senior employees.
• Ensure the submission of timesheets for employees under your supervision.
• Market and network the company's services by helping to coordinate public relations and engaging with potential future clients.
• Attend and network at conferences and industry events, acting as a representative of the company.

Key Characteristics of the Ideal Senior Project Manager (SPM)

Called – A strong sense of knowing who you are (i.e., gifts, talents, competencies) and how you are to spend your life. We fulfill our calling by being excellent at what God designed us to be and we diligently pursue it.

Practice Servant Leadership – Leaders at Above Group are called to serve. We realize that effective leadership starts on the inside. We demonstrate that we are willing to do what others are unwilling to do. We will practice a Servant Leadership character that enriches the lives of others.

A Commitment to Above Group – An understanding of and a commitment to the special purpose, mission, and beliefs of Above Group and will have a value system compatible with our values.

People Abilities – Deep interest and care for people with an understanding of their primary interests, aims, strengths, and motivations.

Working with Customers – A demonstrated ability to accomplish results through collaboration with and development of strong relationships with our customers.

Organizational Skills – An ability to organize his/her own thoughts and work, while continually growing a results-oriented team. Ability to win the confidence of colleagues and office staff that demonstrates a well-functioning department.

Insight and Strategy – A focused sense of strategy, (i.e., possessing the knowledge and sixth sense for how to implement our mutual goals). The ability to set realistic objectives and achieve them.

A Sense of Timing – An intuitive sense of timing…