Senior Project Manager Construction

About the role

The purpose of this position is to lead large-scale tenant improvement and ground-up projects in all capacities for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Autodesk, and Bluebeam.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving with strong decision-making skills.
• Project management or related-field experience.
• Experience with all phases of the development process.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field.
• PREFERRED: Master’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field.
• PREFERRED: Project Management Professional (PMP) and LEED AP.
• PREFERRED: Fluency in the Spanish language.
• PREFERRED: 5+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Due Diligence

• Comprehensive planning and assessment to align with the owner's strategic goals.
• Activities include master and capital planning, reviewing lease requirements, confirming utility availability, and conducting thorough building and site investigations.
• Various surveys like asbestos, topographical, and environmental studies are managed to ensure all conditions and legal constraints are well-understood.
• Create a long-term development plan based on Owner's requirements, goals, and the state of current facilities.
• Manage the capital planning process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and effective allocation of financial resources for long-term investments and major projects.
• Review the Lease Agreement and all relevant Exhibits, including the Work Letter, to become familiar with Landlord and Tenant requirements.
• Visit the new facility to become familiar with all existing conditions and deficiencies.
• If the new facility is in a building that is under construction, Owner Representative will also review the building plans.
• Confirm the availability of utilities, including Power, Gas, Phone, and Data.
• Review and become familiar with the approved building vendors.
• Review and become familiar with the building work rules and requirements of the Landlord.
• Manage the following building investigations:
• Bidirectional Amplifiers (BDA) Survey
• Interior Survey
• Asbestos Survey
• Test Fits: Manage the necessary Design Professional(s) to complete necessary test-fits and space plans.
• Site Investigation: Manage the site investigation, status of existing entitlements and associated fees, and prepare an Existing Conditions Report for the following studies:
• Boundary Survey
• Topographical Survey
• Tree Survey
• Easement Survey
• Geotechnical Analysis
• Phase 1 and 2 Environmental Studies
• Zoning Classification
• Traffic Analysis
• Land Use Survey
• Asbestos Survey
• Plat Requirements and Restrictions and Well Field Status

Programming

• Define the functional and spatial requirements of the project.
• In conjunction with Owner and Design Professional(s), establish goals and objectives including the design aesthetic, facilities use, special equipment, energy requirements, organizational growth, budget, and timeline.
• In conjunction with Owner and Design Professional(s), prepare a preliminary review of the following sustainability management certifications checklists to establish certification goals to indicate the building program’s requirements, budget, schedule, and relevant fees:
• Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)
• WELL Building Standard (WELL)
• Green Globes Building Certification

Budget Management and Schedule Management

• Prepare and maintain a Development Budget inclusive of all project costs.
• Prepare, maintain, and update a Development Schedule monthly.

Consultant Selection and Management

• Prepare and solicit Request for Proposals (RFPs) for the following Design Professional(s) and Consultants, Including But Not Limited To Architect, Structural Engineer, MEP Engineer, Acoustical Consultant, Lighting Consultant, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Consultant, WELL Building Standard (WELL) Consultant, Audio & Visual Consultant, Telephone & Data Consultant, Kitchen Consultant, Bidirectional Amplifier (BDA) Consultant, Civil Engineer, Landscape Architect, Land Use Attorney, Lobbyist, Permit Expeditor, Private Provider, Testing & Inspections, Consultant(s).
• Interview, negotiate, and administer the contract of all contracts based on the relevant standard document.
• Review all payment requests for accuracy and validity submitted by approved Consultants and provide recommendation for payment based on the progress of work in place.
• Review and prepare award recommendation.
• Negotiate the terms and conditions of the relevant standard AIA agreement in conjunction with Owner and Owner’s legal counsel.

Government Approvals

• Manage the acquisition of necessary governmental approvals is crucial for compliance and project progression.
• This phase includes zoning, land use, and environmental resource management approvals, among others, facilitated by various design professionals and consultants.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) to acquire Site Plan approval for Project.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) to acquire Plat approval for Project.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) and necessary consultants to acquire zoning approval.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) and necessary consultants for land use approval.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) and necessary consultants to obtain a new Water and Sewer Agreement.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) and necessary consultants to obtain Environmental Resource Management Approval.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) and necessary consultants to obtain South Florida Water Management (SFWMD) Approval.
• Manage the Design Professional(s) and necessary consultants to obtain Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Approval.
• Manage the Design Professional(s), Consultant(s), General Contractor, and Permit Expeditor in securing the following approvals:
• Building Permit
• Fire Department Permit
• Water and Sewer Service
• Environmental Resources Management
• South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD)
• Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
• Public Works Permit
• Utility Coordination
• Access Agreements

Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E)

• Procure and manage FF&E are divided among different parties to streamline the process of proposal requests, negotiations, and installations, ensuring everything is tailored to the project's specifications.
• Owner Representative Managed FF&E: Manage the required procurement for furniture, telephone, cabling, security, audio, and visual equipment as needed, which will include the following Activities:
• Request Proposals from three (3) vendors
• Negotiate required business terms
• Procurement
• Production tracking
• Delivery and installation management

Contractor Selection

• Select a general contractor through methodologies like Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) or Lump Sum contracts, followed by contract negotiation to secure favorable terms that support project goals.
• Prepare a recommendation for the selection of a General Contractor using a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract methodology, which will consist of the following activities:
• Prepare a Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
• Prepare a Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Review and recommend selected key subcontractors
• Prepare subcontractor comparison study and award recommendation
• Prepare a recommendation for the selection of a General Contractor using a Lump Sum contract methodology, which will consist of the following activities:
• Prepare a Request for Qualifications (RFQ)
• Prepare a Request for Proposal (RFP)
• Award Recommendation: Review and prepare award recommendation
• Negotiate the terms and conditions of the relevant standard AIA agreement in conjunction with Owner and Owner’s legal counsel.

Construction Management

• Oversee the construction phase includes administrating the construction process, managing schedules, processing RFIs, and ensuring quality control.
• Manage the construction administration process to ensure that the Agreement defined between Owner and General Contractor is met.
• Review the construction schedule submitted by General Contractor monthly.
• Facilitate the Design Professional’s review of RFI's submitted by General Contractor weekly.
• Facilitate the Design Professional’s review of the shop drawing log submitted by General Contractor weekly.
• Negotiate additional services or change orders and provide recommendation for Owner approval, denial, or modification.
• Assist in the coordination of site to manage the work in place to maintain and/or accelerate project milestones to achieve Substantial Completion.
• Conduct job site visits as needed to ensure that design requirements meet the project specifications.

Benefits

Flexible work environment.
Competitive compensation package.
Three weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO).
Traditional 401(k) or Roth 401(k) matching up to 4%.
100% medical insurance coverage.
Dental, vision, life & disability insurance coverage offerings.
Cell phone allowance.
Automobile allowance.
Fuel reimbursement.