Construction Project Manager- Higher Education Projects

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Turner and Townsend Heery are seeking a Construction Project Manager to work on projects both in College Park, MD and Cambridge, MD. May include telework, 1 day per week.

*Travel estimated as once every other week and would be reimbursed.

• Provides overall management and administration of pre-design, design and construction and commissioning services.
• Confirms that appropriate project authorization and funding is in place before activities begin; prepares cash flow projections and monitors financial performance.
• Assures that all necessary jurisdictional approvals (such as MDE, DNR, WSSC) are obtained and that all applicable codes and standards are met.
• Diligently pursues the timely completion of any punch list and project closeout activities.
• Provides overall project cost control, schedule management and quality assurance for projects from the design phase through project closeout.
• Anticipates potential problems that may jeopardize project success and identifies alternative solutions.
• Assures that projects adhere to approved scope, are completed within budget, on schedule and at the prescribed level of quality.
• Maintains project records and produces various reports. Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
• Provides leadership to various individuals associated with each capital project.
• Manages and/or coordinates activities of technical discipline team members, specialty consultants, construction inspectors, and project support staff.
• Partners with planners during scope development, cost estimates and project scheduling and may assist maintenance and operation staff with warranty compliance.
• Works closely with client representatives on a day-to-day basis.
• Administers the process of selecting design professionals, consultants and contractors to design and construct capital projects.
• This includes preparing scopes of work, soliciting for services, evaluating credentials and interviewing potential contractors, evaluating references and past performance, and negotiating fees and services.
• Maintains project records and produces various reports.
• Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Possess thorough knowledge of design and construction management practices.
• Ability to independently manage and coordinate multiple design and construction projects.
• Ability to effectively communicate (in oral and written form) and to use a computer for email, correspondence, reports, spreadsheets and automated project management systems. Ability to create management reports.
• Ability to coordinate work with customer departments, campus administration, designers, other project managers, government agencies, and other service and support agencies.
• Ability to manage project finances, make and review estimates, negotiate contract change orders with A/E firms and contractors, and to develop and manage value-engineering efforts. Ability to perform contractor and A/E evaluations.
• Ability to review construction drawings and specifications for constructability.
• Knowledge of national, state and local codes and regulations applicable to the design and construction of facilities.
• Ability to function in a team-oriented environment, taking on new tasks with enthusiasm and energy.
• Professional registration, LEED accreditation and LEED project experience desired.

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum of ten (5) years of progressively responsible related experience, which includes managing multiple renovation projects, large (over $1Million) and/or new construction projects.
• Experience should also include managing A/E (design) consultant services and construction administration.
• Must have been in a position, which demonstrates independent decision-making.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*
 

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Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

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