Assistant Construction and Renovation Project Manager

About the Role

The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for assisting the Conventional Facilities Project Manager(s)/Construction and Renovation Project Manager(s) with the oversight of capital project(s) daily management and coordination, bringing them to a successful completion, meeting time and cost objectives, with respect to safety, quality, scheduling, estimating, and contract administration functions on major projects. This position is responsible for oversight of project planning, design, construction implementation and startup coordination on smaller projects. The position will have responsibility for managing the scope, schedule, and budget of small capital projects. The Assistant Project Manager will utilize tools and develop solutions to conflicts related to project implementation by presenting options to the Project Manager, Project Director, and senior management when decisions are needed.

Responsibilities

• Support conventional facilities capital project managers with daily management, coordination, and successful completion of assigned projects to meet time and cost objectives with respect to safety, quality, and scheduling.
• In conjunction with the Project Manager, collaborate with stakeholders to document project objectives, requirements, and key performance parameters.
• Safely achieve project requirements on time and on budget, including DOE Notable Outcomes, milestones, performance and technical requirements, and key performance parameters.
• Engage stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify hazards and potential environmental impacts, and coordinate the development of plans and controls for their mitigation throughout the project life cycle.
• Utilize project management tools to track and report project cost estimation, cost updates, change control, and contingency draw-down as appropriate.
• Monitor contractor performance and identify opportunities to improve quality and lower cost.
• Enforce the Laboratory EH&S requirements in the execution of all assigned duties. Report and correct unsafe conditions. Maintain an environmentally sound and safe workplace for area of responsibility.
• Identify adverse trends and project issues and implement timely and effective recovery plan(s).

Requirements

• 4 or more years of experience managing complex design and construction projects.
• Construction or building maintenance project management experience related to overall control of a project's budget, scope, and schedule.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience. Relevant experience may not be substituted for education.
• OSHA 10 Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with DOE project management system requirements and practices.
• Experience in managing projects using an Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Experience with Primavera scheduling software, or equivalent.
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) - PMI.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong construction capital and maintenance knowledge for scientific laboratory facilities and campus site utilities.
• Strong project leadership, supervisory, and analytical skills: ability to identify and resolve complex problems; make recommendations to management; and conduct risk analysis and make timely, risk-informed decisions.
• Knowledge of work breakdown structure (WBS), sequencing, resource loading, and other cost/schedule controls.
• Excellent computer skills (PC/Mac).
• Proficient knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel using advanced Excel functions, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to direct and coordinate work among teams and groups, with the ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
• Ability to assess approaches, methods, procedures, training, etc., to develop and/or create new or more effective ways to manage and run construction and maintenance projects.
• In-depth knowledge of construction and industrial safety practices.
• Demonstrated competency in the areas of estimating, scheduling, budgeting/cost control, field supervision, financial reporting, client relationships, interpersonal skills, computer skills, safety/insurance, and the ability to communicate both written and oral.

Pay

The good-faith pay range for this role is $91,800 - $131,900 per year. Actual compensation may vary and may be above the posted range based on factors such as a candidate's skills, experience, education, certifications, and work location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs

About Jefferson Lab

Join a community with a common purpose of solving the most challenging scientific and engineering problems of our time. The Jefferson Lab campus is located in southeastern Virginia amidst a vibrant and growing technology community. A career at Jefferson Lab is more than a job. You will be part of "big science" and work alongside top scientists and engineers from around the world unlocking the secrets of our visible universe. Managed by SURATech, LLC, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility is entering an exciting period of mission growth and is seeking new team members ready to apply their skills and passion to have an impact. You could call it work, or you could call it a mission. We call it a challenge. We do things that will change the world.

Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches, mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast.