Senior Project Manager

About the role

As a Senior Project Manager at Cumming Gallagher, you will oversee multiple construction projects from inception to completion. This role requires a deep understanding of construction processes, regulations, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Stakeholder Communication: Oversee and support the project team's regular communication with stakeholders, providing updates, addressing concerns, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor project teams, contractors, and vendors, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to work effectively together.
• Contractor Relations: Oversee and support the project team's communication with vendors, suppliers, manufacturers, and contractors to coordinate orders and deliveries.
• Scope Leadership: Provide strong leadership and strategic direction to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and ensuring project objectives are met.
• Project Planning: Oversee and support the project teams with comprehensive project plans through construction, and post-construction, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder requirements.
• Site Management: Oversee and support the project teams with site logistics, including layout, access, and coordination of contractors and suppliers.
• Progress Tracking: Oversee and support the project teams with project milestones, tasks, and deliverables, addressing any deviations and ensuring project timelines are met.
• Resource Allocation: Oversee and support the project teams with allocating and managing resources effectively, including labor, equipment, and materials, to meet project objectives.
• Issue Resolution: Oversee and support the project teams with project-related challenges promptly, collaborating with stakeholders to find solutions.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing project needs, handle unexpected challenges, and adjust project plans accordingly.
• Quality Control: Oversee and support the project teams with project quality and ensure compliance with industry standards and stakeholder specifications.
• Environmental Considerations: Oversee and support the project teams with awareness of environmental regulations and sustainable construction practices.
• Budget Oversight: Oversee and support the project teams with project costs, expenses, change orders, and allowances, adjusting to stay within budget limits.
• Documentation: Oversee and support the project teams with the reviewing, expediting, and monitoring of documents (reports, schedules, invoices, ASIs, RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes/agendas, daily reports, change orders, punch lists, inspections, closeout, and stakeholder presentations).
• Reporting: Oversee and support the project teams with project status reports, updates, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement best practices, lessons learned, and process enhancements to drive continuous improvement across projects.

Requirements

• Construction Processes: In-depth understanding of construction methodologies, processes, and best practices.
• Project Management: In-depth understanding of project management principles, including scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Blueprint Reading: In-depth understanding in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Building Codes and Regulations: In-depth understanding of local, state, and national building codes, permits, and regulations that govern construction projects.
• Safety Procedures: In-depth understanding of safety protocols, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), hazard identification, and adherence to safety guidelines.
• Construction Safety: In-depth understanding of potential construction site hazards, including electrical, fall, and equipment-related risks.
• Collaboration: Strong team collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Project Documentation: In-depth understanding of maintaining accurate project documentation, contracts, drawings, schedules, and change orders.
• Project Management Software: In-depth understanding of project management software and tools for scheduling, task management, and communication.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage project teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Problem Solving: Effective problem-solving skills to address issues as they arise and make decisions to keep projects on track.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage project documentation, deadlines, tasks, and priorities effectively.
• Decision Making: Strong ability to make informed decisions quickly, considering project goals, budget, and timeline.
• Time Management: Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to accurately maintain project records, monitor progress, and review documents.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to analyze project data, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
• Technical Proficiency: In-depth understanding in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and Project Management Software.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, a related field, or equivalent field experience.
• 10+ years of experience in the construction industry or related fields, demonstrating a grasp of project management principles and superintendent expertise.

Skills

• Leadership: Strong leadership skills to motivate and manage project teams, contractors, and suppliers.
• Problem Solving: Effective problem-solving skills to address issues as they arise and make decisions to keep projects on track.
• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage project documentation, deadlines, tasks, and priorities effectively.
• Decision Making: Strong ability to make informed decisions quickly, considering project goals, budget, and timeline.
• Time Management: Strong time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to accurately maintain project records, monitor progress, and review documents.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to analyze project data, identify trends, and inform decision-making.
• Technical Proficiency: In-depth understanding in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite, and Project Management Software.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Confidentiality: Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.