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Project Manager- Public Sector / Municipal Construction

Turner & Townsend
Austin, TX
  • Expired: May 20, 2023. Applications are no longer accepted.
Company Description

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.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery are looking for a Construction Project Manager to lead a staff responsible for individual, multi-disciplined project solutions for Municipal and Public Sector clients, with direct accountability for project delivery. The ideal candidate will be working in the Austin, Texas area and commuting to the City of Bee Cave on a weekly basis.

JOB LOCATION:

Austin, Texas and the City of Bee Cave

(must be within driving distance to be considered - NO RELOCATION)

Responsibilities:

  • Manages all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) for individual real estate projects including planning, design, construction, occupancy and closeout.
  • Demonstrates capability to read, understand and apply standard to complex documents affecting real estate projects, including but not limited to: agreements/contracts, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys and drawings.
  • Interfaces directly with clients to define project requirements. Prepares scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimate & budget, cash flow, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
  • Identifies project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through individual project qualification process; conducts standard to complex request for proposals; completes bid analysis; leads evaluation interviews, recommends resources to clients.
  • Leads project delivery resources/team (typically larger more experienced team) providing project guidance and direction to achieve project goals.
  • Implements communication plan for meetings and written reports/meeting minutes to keep client and project resources informed. Facilitates project meetings.
  • Implement project documentation governance aligned with company and client requirements. Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely and coordinated.
  • Tracks progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines. Reports status and variances. Creates action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule.
  • Implements change management routines to assess change requests, make recommendations, secure client approvals, and issue change orders.
  • Assesses change requests to determine impacts to scope, budget, schedule, quality and risk.
  • Demonstrates ability to identify complex project risks, lead constructability reviews, develop risk mitigation and contingency plans, and implement action plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
  • Demonstrates a knowledge of projects & project management within the context of business results (business case, larger economic implications, business risk, etc).


Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area.
  • Approves subordinate's recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination.
  • Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval.
  • Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime.
  • Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies.
  • Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company's values.


Qualifications

  • Good understanding of design and construction contracts.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
  • Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret the most complex business documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive issues.
  • Ability to write reports, manuals, speeches and articles using distinctive style.
  • Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to employees, clients, top management and/or public groups.
  • Ability to motivate and negotiate effectively with key employees, top management, and client groups to take desired action.
  • Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
  • Ability to calculate complex figures.
  • Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
  • Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
  • Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
  • Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.
  • Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
  • Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
  • Knowledge in MS Project, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
  • PMP or CCM certification required or can sit for and pass exam upon hire.
  • OSHA 10 Certification Preferred
  • Must be open to commuting to Austin, Texas area daily, and the City of Bee Cave on a weekly basis.


Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) in architecture, business, construction, or engineering required.
  • Master's degree in construction or Business preferred.
  • Minimum six years of experience in Municipality Construction and Public Sector Project and Program Management experience required;
  • Prior experience in a supervisory position (direct report responsibilities) required if specific duties include direct report responsibilities.
  • Be familiar with public procurement and MWBE requirements.
  • Experience with project controls schedules to be able to read and modify Critical Path Method schedules.
  • Proficient in Primavera Project Scheduling software.
  • Experienced with communicating to large groups of people and also to all levels of the corporate organization.
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in finance and accounting.


Additional Information

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

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

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.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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Turner & Townsend

Address

Austin, TX
78799 USA

Industry

Construction

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