Project Manager II (Industrial Construction)

Job Summary

Project Managers are Dennis Group’s primary client contacts throughout the project delivery process, managing projects from design concept through construction and start-up. They oversee industrial food and beverage process facilities, interacting closely with design/architect teams, engineering teams, and construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Works autonomously on specific tasks
• Manages projects from planning through commissioning
• Develops key success criteria for each project
• Aids in the development of project scope, budget, schedule, and critical path elements
• Prepares RFIs
• Prepares purchase/work authorization
• Maintains client SharePoint site
• Manages in-house and consulting design teamwork
• Establishes design criteria; reviews design and construction phase documents
• Manages permit, code, and regulatory approvals
• Develops preliminary procurement plan
• Defines kick-off meeting agenda
• Determines project definition deliverables
• Captures and manages project communication
• Develops project outline specifications
• Develops conceptual layout
• Develops medium engineering services proposals
• Manages bid process
• Maintains “Outstanding Items Needs” list
• Maintains Project Meeting notes
• Develops and implements lessons learned for project
• Develops and issues monthly reports
• Determines project permitting needs
• Updates project forecasting tool monthly
• Reviews and approves engineering deliverables
• Develops preliminary construction cost estimates
• Defines project assumptions/exclusions
• Reviews and approves monthly supplier invoices and client billing
• Develops and maintains submittal and RFI processes
• Develops preliminary PM/Eng/CM/Start-up support cost estimate
• Facilitates and manages food safety risk assessments
• Organizes construction trades and administers subcontracts
• Manages project budget and expense approvals
• Administers contract and change order administration
• Supervises equipment installations
• Provides on-site supervision and coordinates design team on-site support activities
• Facilitates project interactive planning sessions
• Refines and updates budget forecast
• Finalizes procurement plan
• Manages project punch-list inspection
• Assembles and maintains complete project records and close-out documents
• Facilitates and manages client and third-party design reviews
• Interfaces with client, works in client facilities and construction sites
• Utilizes multiple software programs (MS Office, CAD, Navisworks, MS Project, SharePoint, etc.)
• Supports talent growth within our organization

Required Education & Experience

• Degree in Construction Management / Architecture / Engineering
• 4+ years of experience within a design-build, General Contractor company working with multiple in-house engineer disciplines, architects, designers, etc.
• 4+ years of experience with MEP industrial construction projects, preferably food and beverage or pharmaceutical projects
• 4+ years of experience with Building construction, Project scheduling, Construction estimating, and Construction Safety
• 4+ years as a Project Manager with proven track record of successful project management and demonstrated success delivering numerous projects delivered on time, meeting requirements, with high team satisfaction
• Basic understanding of AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and other design software
• Familiarity with sanitary environments is a plus

Skills & Experience

• Attention to detail, accuracy, and deadlines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Standing and walking the jobsite over rough terrain can be expected
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

Travel Requirement

• Not less than 50% overnight travel annually

About Us

We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. We offer competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.