SUMMARY
The primary company representative responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a construction project. Directs and supervises activities related to contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, project financial projections, and schedule requirements to ensure projects are completed in a quality, profitable, and Safety/Zero Harm manner. Maintains a relentless focus on meeting and exceeding customer needs and expectations. Builds business relationships with current customers by delivering on our promises and creates new business with potential customers in a proactive manner, promoting all of our construction services. Reports to the Senior Vice President of the Mission Critical Group. Works primarily with preconstruction manager, business developer, project teams, vendors and subcontractors. Has a proven resume and references for Mission Critical Work platform, including Data Centers, Call Centers, Broadcasting and/or other Mission Critical work projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Client/Business Development
•Respond to new project opportunities and have the ability to present proposals and credentials to our Clients.
•Participate in business development functions.
•Work to develop viable business opportunities.
•Maintain an active involvement in the community.
•Pursue on-going professional development training.
Program/Pre-construction Management
•Have the ability to create conceptual scope narratives off minimal information from the client.
•Create and manage on overall milestone schedule which includes all facets of the project development to include Owner and Design Team activities.
•Create and manage the entire budgeting process which includes detailed estimating, value engineering, cash flow forecasting and managing the client’s expectations through the development of the budget.
•Develop the procurement strategy and identify long lead time items specific to the project.
•Possess the ability to manage multiple members of the Preconstruction team which can include Preconstruction Managers, Estimators, Vendors and in some cases the entire project team as in a Design-Build scenario.
•Develop positive working relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
Project Financial Responsibilities
•Creates and manages project’s budget and coordinates the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development.
•Knows and understands the requirements of owner’s contract, including bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs.
•Develops and completes monthly Projected Final Cost Report (PFR) and Labor Cost Report (LCR) projections on time.
•Creates Project Incentive Compensation Plan within 30 days of GMP acceptance.
Project Start-up and Scheduling
•Collaborates with scheduling, superintendent, subcontractors, and suppliers to create a construction schedule.
•Develops an organizational and responsibilities matrix at the start of each project and determines the resources needed for the project (e.g., people, tools, equipment, materials, internal and external services). Partners with Loss Prevention Professionals assigned to the jobsite.
•Reviews the contract documents with all project participants (e.g., customers, employees, subcontractors, suppliers, government regulators, utilities) to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
•Coordinates and delivers all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet project schedules.
Project Administration, Operations and Close-out
•Responsible for project administration and daily operations. Prepares and maintains the project schedule, milestone dates, and close-out checklist. Reviews with project staff each quarter and assigns responsibilities, execution, and follow-up plans.
•Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary. Ensures that all understand performance standards and expectations.
•Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing programs for safety and loss prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), risk management, training, and quality control.
Promote Customer Relations
•Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations.
•Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.
•Makes presentations to proactively seek new business opportunities through relationships.
Culture, Leadership and Employee Development
•Promotes our Creed. Communicates our vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices.
•Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior.
•Participates in and support operations training programs and commits to the development of project staff and of self.
•Embrace key BBC-wide initiatives, like Zero Harm, Sustainability, and core Values, and does one’s part to demonstrate relentless behaviors and embeds them into our culture.
Perform other related duties as needed.
Working Conditions
•The majority of work is completed on job sites in an office trailer or in an existing structure. Due to daily condition changes on construction projects, when employees are outside of the office trailer or structure, they must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required by the company's safety policies and as required for weather conditions.
•The project team and/or team member may need to move to other projected work geographic locations, if necessary.
Education, Experience and Knowledge
•Proven Track Record on Tie I, II, III, IV Data Center/Mission Critical Projects
•Proven resume and references for Mission Critical Work platform, including Data Centers, Call Centers, Broadcasting and/or other Mission Critical work projects.
•Sufficient knowledge of critical environment work processes and a proven track record in managing work in 24/7 operating work environments to illustrate management of the risk in such applications.
•Detailed understanding of Mechanical and Electrical systems to include means and methods of installation.
•B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred and 5+ years of experience. Depending upon the project size, scope, and complexity the years of experience may vary.
•Demonstrates leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, solve problems, and motivate others, while maintaining effective relationships with customers by meeting or exceeding their requirements and expectations.
•Supervises and develops direct reports while prioritizing and delegating significant responsibilities to others.
•Manages essential functions effectively by consistently driving for quality, profitable, safe, and timely results on the assigned project.
•Demonstrates solid presentation skills and verbal/written skills.
•Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).
•Proficient in either SureTrak or P6 Software
•Skilled in Excel or other spreadsheet software
•Excellent communication skills
Please submit resumes to
awilson@balfourbeattyus.com and be sure to say "Sr. Project Manager, National Mission Critical" in the subject header.