Travelling Senior MEP Project Manager

Role overview:

The Senior MEP Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, management, and execution of work for assigned construction projects. May be assigned responsibility for one or more projects at a time. Maximizes project profitability and promote the client's objectives and goals. Achieves quality and safety standards and meets owner expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of estimates for the project.
• Prepares project budgets and unit cost reports.
• Leads the project team in preparing the project management plan (PMP).
• Participates in value engineering services as appropriate.
• Organizes and conducts pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
• Participates in the negotiation and preparation of project subcontracts.
• Participates in obtaining permits and resolving other regulatory requirements as necessary.
• Prepares a project schedule and develops milestones necessary to successfully complete the project in concert with the project superintendent.
• Obtains plans and specifications and determines their completeness and consistency.
• Assists business development personnel as requested.
• Plans the successful execution of the construction contract.
• Manages project materials and equipment procurement within the project's budget constraints and consistent with the project delivery schedule.
• Develops and monitors project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Monitors the project site for cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project superintendent.
• Evaluates the schedule as necessary to meet milestones and financial goals.
• Negotiates owner and subcontractor change orders and manages the resulting cost and profit impact.
• Develops the monthly client pay requests and follows up on collection.
• Controls the payment of job costs based on document review and approval. Coordinates with the job cost accountant for payments and lien releases.
• Participates in monthly job cost reviews to declare project status.
• Attends and documents owner and other coordination meetings.
• Coordinates all final close out procedures for the project including as-built drawings,
• close out, letter of substantial completion, and letter of recommendation.
• Interacts with Estimating to provide project cost information for the estimating database.
• Directs organization and preparation of all project documents for storage.
• Participates in PM training.
• Interacts with all company departments to ensure company policy and procedures are carried out and corporate objectives achieved.
• Uses tact to maintain relationships with vendors, owners, architects, community and state officials and the general public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field, or the equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of six or more years project management experience within Data Center Construction.
• Has a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
• Understands estimating concepts to the level required to verify bids, understand market rates, and to process change orders, etc.
• Understands contractual language and concepts and how to protect the company while providing quality service to the client.
• Has a working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
• Understands building codes and other design requirements to the extent necessary for the project.
• Reads and understands plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Has high standards of ethical conduct regarding organizational policies.
• Knows how to use effective interpersonal communication skills such as sensitivity and discernment.
• Effective working as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals.
• Skilled at making verbal presentations. Demonstrates poise and mastery of language.
• Uses proper grammar and syntax when writing.
• Knows how to delegate. Uses subordinates effectively.
• Can discern customer needs. Determines which needs can reasonably be met, then follows through.
• Knows how to present a professional demeanor in dress and speech. Makes a positive impression on customers.
• Has strong negotiation skills.
• Knows how to analyze data and use the analysis to solve problems.
• Knows how to manage processes to achieve challenging goals. Is a self-starter. Works independently.
• Knows how to operate office equipment, such as computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Professional affiliation (e.g., AGC member) and professional credentials (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) .
• Community service participation .

If you would like to discuss the position further, please send your resume to steven.parker@samuel-knight.com