Sr Project Manager

Description

Senior Project Managers have direct responsibility for all aspects of a single large, complex project or for multiple small/mid-size projects. They lead all phases of a project through its life cycle, including estimating, purchasing, engineering, accounting, construction, safety, and quality assurance activities. Senior Project Managers bring a higher level of problem-solving, risk management, communication, and technical knowledge to their teams and projects.

Strong interpersonal and effective communication skills accompany technical skills, enabling the Senior Project Manager to train, develop, coach, and supervise team members, as well as build strong working relationships with clients and key trade partners.

• Lead new project pursuits, including development and management of proposals, schedules and cost estimates. Lead Middle and End Game BD activities.
• Provide expertise and leadership in design-build and design-assist relationships and other alternative project delivery methods.
• Plan and execute bid process for new projects to ensure depth in coverage and accuracy, and lead efforts to assess and mitigate risk exposure.
• Demonstrate understanding of conceptual estimation and unit costs.
• Develop conceptual and detailed estimates throughout preconstruction and construction, including development, management, and submission of project GMP estimates and internal project budgets.
• Develop contracts that protect XL from unnecessary risk and enhance project outcomes, and lead the subcontractor buy out and selection process, including development and execution of subcontract agreements. Demonstrate mastery of contract terms and ability to resolve subcontract issues without oversight.
• Perform and supervise all aspects of project management on more complex or multiple projects; including estimating, preconstruction activities, procurement, submittals, change orders, RFIs, budgeting, financial reporting, cost forecasting/management, billing, schedule adherence, quality control, turnover/close-out, etc. Successfully overcome challenges and resolve any issues the projects and/or teams present.
• Ensure project permits, inspections, tests, and procurement activities are done well and do not lead to schedule challenges.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with project team(s), clients, owner’s representatives, design team, subcontractors, and others. Manage all OAC activities; including meetings and all other communication with these groups to ensure positive, long-term relationships maintained.
• Ensure effective use of available resources to increase efficiency and effectiveness of the team and the projects; i.e., VDC, Sustainability, Lean practices, Bradley, SPW, XL Shop, etc.
• Work collaboratively with Superintendent(s) and field management to plan, organize, and direct site activities. Lead efforts to resolve issues or challenges in the field.
• Supervise project staff and take responsibility for their training and development.
• Champion XL culture & policies and procedures and demonstrate highest level of ethics and professionalism.
• Actively promote XL’s safety culture and practices. Provide insight and supervision for the development and maintenance of construction safety policies, procedures, and practices. Participate in project safety meetings and reinforce program objectives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years progressive experience with strong project background in our core markets (Education, Science/Technology, Civic, Healthcare), including a project portfolio with key market clients, building types, and varied delivery methods.
• Industry certifications/accreditation, including OSHA 10, LEED AP, and/or DBIA.
• Proficient with computer applications such as MS Project, PowerPoint, Timberline.
• Expert knowledge of Viewpoint.
• Ability to develop a detailed project schedule.
• Solid understanding of building permit process and all trades, including MEP.
• Experience leading and maintaining highest-level construction safety practices.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and proven ability to effectively lead…