Primary function of a Senior Project Manager:  Highest level Project Manager responsible for overall direction of the largest revenue projects of the company, whether single or multiple project responsibility.  Establishes project objectives and policies, maintains liaison with prime client contracts, and manages construction and financial activities.  Minimum experience level of 10+ years in water/wastewater treatment plant construction is preferred.   

Duties include but are not limited to:

Safety

• Provide proactive leadership.
• Plan work and purchase materials with safety in mind.
• Promote and inspect for compliance with safety regulations on the project.
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.

 Organization

• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Plan, organize and staff key field positions through Operations, Division Manager and/or General Superintendent.

 Financial Management

• Develop project budgets upon assignment and notification of award.
• Manage the procurement process including labor, equipment, materials, and subcontracts.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts including accurate:
  • Invoice review and approval including timely subcontract and vendor payment.
  • Monthly Gross Margin Reports.
  • Post-construction cost reviews and reporting.
  • Positive cash flow management.
  • And timely billing.
• Provide estimating with actual cost information to enhance the accuracy of future bids.
• Develop prime contract change orders for review by Operations/Division Manager

 Implementation

• Initiate and maintain liaison with client, subcontractors, and vendors to facilitate construction activities including value engineering.
• Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Participate in regular meetings with Owners, Subcontractors and Engineers.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by Operations Manager.
• Develop subcontract and purchase order scope.
• Facilitate T&C negotiations with Operations Manager and Corporate Services.
• Develop and maintain project Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule.
• Obtain all project required permits; forecast and update all logs; project close-out in its entirety.

Leadership

• Establish and maintain close working relationships with:
  • Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and/or Co-Ops
  • Superintendents and all field personnel
  • Estimating, Business Development, and all other administrative staff
  • Owners and engineers
  • Vendors and subcontractors
• Develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Co-Ops through coaching, training and mentoring.
• Provide overall management direction for one or more projects and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, group of Clients or geographical area.
• Lead regular planning meetings with project staff as well as participate in regular meetings with owner, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Properly document issues and/or terminate substandard employees as necessary.
• Participate, through a leadership role, in estimating and obtaining new work.

Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications & Experience:

• 4 year engineering degree or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of extensive experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance and management preferred
• Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, and standards
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong computer skills including proficiency in Primavera, Microsoft Office and financial software
• Must have a valid, non-restrictive driver’s license