Travel Senior MEP Project Manager-Mission Critical

About the role

The Senior MEP Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, management, and execution of work for assigned construction projects, and may be assigned responsibility for one or more projects at a time. The role maximizes project profitability while promoting Layton’s objectives and goals, achieves quality and safety standards, and meets owner expectations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of project estimates.
• Prepare project budgets and unit cost reports.
• Lead the project team in preparing the project management plan (PMP).
• Participate in value engineering services as appropriate.
• Organize and conduct pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
• Participate in the negotiation and preparation of project subcontracts.
• Participate in obtaining permits and resolving other regulatory requirements as necessary.
• Prepare a project schedule and develop milestones necessary to successfully complete the project in concert with the project superintendent.
• Obtain plans and specifications and determine their completeness and consistency.
• Assist business development personnel as requested.
• Plan the successful execution of the construction contract.
• Manage project materials and equipment procurement within the project’s budget constraints and consistent with the project delivery schedule.
• Develop and monitor project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Monitor the project site for cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project superintendent.
• Evaluate the schedule as necessary to meet milestones and financial goals.
• Negotiate owner and subcontractor change orders and manage the resulting cost and profit impact.
• Develop the monthly client pay requests and follow up on collection.
• Control the payment of job costs based on document review and approval; coordinate with the job cost accountant for payments and lien releases.
• Participate in monthly job cost reviews to declare project status.
• Attend and document owner and other coordination meetings.
• Coordinate all final close-out procedures for the project, including as-built drawings, close-out, letter of substantial completion, and letter of recommendation.
• Interact with Estimating to provide project cost information for the estimating database.
• Direct organization and preparation of all project documents for storage.
• Participate in PM training.
• Interact with all company departments to ensure company policy and procedures are carried out and corporate objectives achieved.
• Use tact to maintain relationships with vendors, owners, architects, community and state officials, and the general public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of six or more years of project management experience within Data Center Construction.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
• Understanding of estimating concepts sufficient to verify bids, understand market rates, and process change orders.
• Understanding of contractual language and concepts and ability to protect the company while providing quality service to the client.
• Working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
• Understanding of building codes and other design requirements necessary for the project.
• Ability to read and understand plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• High standards of ethical conduct regarding organizational policies.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, including sensitivity, discernment, and poise.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals.
• Skill in making verbal presentations and using proper grammar and syntax in writing.
• Ability to delegate and use subordinates effectively.
• Skill in discerning customer needs, determining which needs can reasonably be met, and following through.
• Ability to present a professional demeanor in dress and speech and make a positive impression on customers.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze data and use the analysis to solve problems.
• Ability to manage processes to achieve challenging goals; self-starter who works independently.
• Proficiency in operating office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, copiers, and fax machines.
• Professional affiliation (e.g., AGC member) and professional credentials (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) preferred.
• Community service participation preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off
• Time Away Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program