Graduate Project Construction Manager Jobs in Virginia

TMGs Project Manager I is a person who is responsible for cradle-to-grave aspects of construction projects for the life-cycle of projects that he or she is tasked with managing (typically commercial and/or institutional construction projects) that are typically valued at $2m or less in contract value. The position includes an understanding of process management and the ability and agility to perform work that is contracted through a variety of delivery methods that include: indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ), Lump-Sum Contracting, and fast-track contracts. The Project Manager I accomplishes work primarily by means of subcontractors; however, the Project Manager I has the capability of managing self-performed construction activities that benefit the project.

Responsibilities

• Manages the construction workflow process starting in the project origination phase, to include: estimating, negotiation, contracting, buyout, construction administration, financial management, and closeout;
• Meets with Owners, Design Professionals, and other stakeholders to determine project requirements, manage client satisfaction, and take immediate action to respond to problems and concerns;
• Acquires and manages all building permits and other regulatory prerequisites (when required);
• Visit project work sites to assure safety, quality, cleanliness, and to manage the overall contracted scope of work;
• Prepares, negotiates, and manages cost estimates and proposals related to the change management process (and the entire project based on size, complexity, and time available);
• Creates and develops critical path project schedules to establish a baseline schedule that includes buy-in by all relevant stakeholders using either Primavera P6 or MS Project scheduling software;
• Drives project performance to include updating project schedules and the ongoing identification of impacts caused by changes to the critical path to justify time extensions when needed;
• In cooperation with the Project Superintendent, manages the development and communication of look-ahead schedules;
• Implement strategies to subcontract or self-perform the various aspects of a project to achieve the project's objectives of price, schedule, and quality;
• Negotiates contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders to assure that all project goals are being addressed;
• Proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions;
• Take a lead role in conducting and documenting project progress meetings;
• Determines and implements the appropriate level of project control (i.e., submittal logs, change order logs, etc.);
• Manages project costs to ensure budgets are maintained. Documents and manages changes in the work to ensure the interests of all stakeholders in the project are reasonably met;
• Creates and follows up on monthly requisitions to the Owner and manages all vendor payments to ensure all financial obligations for all stakeholders are met in a timely and consistent manner with contract terms.
• Ensures that all aspects of the project are compliant with all contract terms and legal requirements that govern the project and the community in which the project(s) takes place;
• Administers client-specific programs, such as CQC, Safety, Environmental Stewardship, etc.;
• Provides timely and cordial interaction with supporting work groups, such as Accounting, HR, ICS, etc.;
• Documents substantial completion; manages the project closeout process to ensure timely completion;
• Participates in industry networking functions;
• Seeks out and regularly participates in learning opportunities and professional development.

Competencies / Construction Skills

• Has a passion for construction, a desire, and a natural instinct to build;
• Has a working knowledge of the cost of goods and services; has the ability to estimate, solicit, evaluate, and manage the price, schedule, and quality objectives of individual projects;
• Has the ability to create, update, and manage CPM schedules, including documenting, managing, and mitigating time impacts;
• Has an understanding of project cost control and change order management;
• Has an understanding of means and methods of construction associated with the construction and/or renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and/or sitework related thereto that he or she is tasked with managing;

Detail Oriented

• Is detail-oriented, recognizes and provides for all important facts and issues;
• Has the ability to prioritize work to meet established deadlines;
• Leverages the use of technology as a means to keep track of information and deadlines;
• Is organized and produces a paper trail that can be easily understood by third parties.

Critical Thinking Skills

• Has strong math and analytical skills;
• Has strong problem-solving skills that involve a bias to work within established systems and the ability to seek guidance when the established system is ineffective and/or inappropriate for the task at hand;
• Has a natural curiosity about technical, physical, and spatial matters;

Results Oriented

• Works to meet deadlines and is driven to closure;
• Has a bias toward action and an impatience towards those who lack focus and/or the ability to get results;
• Is proactive, looks for problems that could impede progress, and relentlessly takes responsibility for solving them;
• Is deadline driven, punctual, and respects other peoples time;

Leadership and Interpersonal Skills

• Is fair and reasonable in all business dealings involving clients, subcontractors, and coworkers (understands win-win contracting);
• Is an effective communicator, active-listener, recognizes diverse perspectives, and is capable of facilitating synergy and collaboration;
• Has the ability to confront difficult situations and manage them to a successful conclusion.
• Is polite, conversational, self-confident, non-assuming, and comfortable to be with;
• Embraces life-long learning, strives to stay current with new industry trends and practices, and willingly participates in industry events and networking functions.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering or construction management with a minimum of 4-7 years of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor or 10+ years of directly related experience with no degree;
• Demonstrated experience in estimating and managing subcontracted work and self-performed work activities;
• A working knowledge of construction means and methods associated with the construction and/or renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and site work related thereto;
• Is proficient with spreadsheets, email, and other software used in the construction industry;
• Must be able to lift and handle 50-pound objects;
• Must be fully mobile and capable of walking job sites, climbing ladders and stairs multiple times daily to inspect work, direct subcontractors and TMGs own field forces, and assure safety and quality control;
• Must have a clean driving record to facilitate getting materials from suppliers when necessary.
• A minimum of 1 - 3 years of experience in government contracting is preferred.
• Current safety credentials to include OSHA 30 1, First Aid, and CPR 1;
• Current CQC certification issued by USACE / NAVFAC 1; and
• Professional credentialsAssociate Constructor (AC), Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) or PE in good standings

1 A grace period of up to six months may be allowed to obtain stated credentials.

TMG provides a mix of voluntary and company-paid health and welfare benefits, vacation, sick and holiday paid time off, a 401 (k) match, and we fully support training and professional growth.

TMG Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.