Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. NELSON Worldwide is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their Industrial Practice. The role involves overseeing multiple projects, enhancing market share and profitability, and managing all phases of design for industrial buildings. The ideal candidate will lead project efforts, coordinate with clients and teams, and ensure successful project delivery.
Responsibilities
- Balancing the performance and process of multiple projects of varying size and scope
- Advancing the opportunities for continued growth in market share and profitability in specific service lines
- Executing and leading all phases of design which include feasibility studies, planning, concept development, detailed design, construction documentation and specifications
- Managing all client communications and client expectations
- Developing the project workplan, managing project timelines, budget, scope, change and risk throughout the project execution
- Evaluating project progress and adjusting critical path for scope completion and budget adherence required
- Coordinating with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ’s) and reviewing, interpreting and applying the Building Code in compliance with the application
- Coordinating professional service contracts with clients and agreements with consultants
- Coordinating with financial staff to ensure maintain billing and invoice schedule for their projects and monitors payment status
- Assisting with mentoring, training and coordinating work of teammate and junior staff
- Managing and leading the Key Project Management Functions: Opportunities, Projects, Planning and Accounting
- Conducting informal meetings with project team on a regular basis and giving direction as required so that the project stays on course, within budget, etc
- Updating Team Leader on a regular basis regarding project status and notifying Team Leader/Studio Director and/or Operations Director and/or Managing Director immediately if the project is off track, etc
- Developing and facilitating contracts between NELSON, Client and outside consultants for services with the approval from the Studio Director and/or Managing Director
- Managing the project contract performance and process understanding the scope, budget, and quality agreed to by the Client
- Executing the contract in alignment with approved work plans, schedules and budgets to attain profitability targets to manage and monitor the project life cycle and financial outcome of the project
- Ensuring project documentation and contracts are compliant with NELSON standards
- Ensuring that design reviews occur at the designated stages of projects
- Monitoring and, when appropriate, managing communication between the project team and client, consultants, contractors and vendors to communicate design requirements or coordinate design documents
- Completing timesheet daily, confirming accuracy prior to submission
- Completing expense reports timely, confirming accuracy prior to submission
- Participating as requested in meetings with the office leadership team to share ideas regarding existing and overall organization, business development opportunities, position in the marketplace, etc
- Supporting the office leadership team with firm wide initiatives
- Taking on special projects as directed by the office leadership team
- Conducting initial review of drawings, documents and proposals prior to other reviews ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Reviewing all plans and other production tasks for accuracy prior to submission to Team Leader, Studio Director, or Technical Director
- Establishing a process and ensuring all projects receive QA/QC review by assigned Technical Director, Design Director, Architect, etc
- Guiding teammates in utilizing all NELSON resources within their office, with in the team/account, and across the network to deliver quality technical and/or creative design
- Maintaining and archiving electronic project files
- Initiating and maintaining contracts with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues
- Initiating project set up and input information in to Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint
- Managing project using the Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint; completing work plans; including identification of Teammate assignments to skill sets, schedule for completion, project budget, consultants, fees and labor costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project
- Preparing invoices with accuracy for review with your assigned Project Analyst
- Functioning as the primary Client contact through all phases of the project
- Maintaining positive client relationships throughout project and keeping Client apprised of project progress on regular basis
- Assisting Client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts if required
- Fostering relationships with Clients, Vendors, Brokers, Consultants etc. and engaging with them on a personal level as well as work to gain their confidence
- Participating in marketing and business development opportunities as requested
- Developing work plans, fee proposals and project schedules in response to RFP’s and other opportunities
- Nurturing professional relationships with Clients on an ongoing basis to assist with business development for the firm
- Supporting business development initiatives set forth by the office leadership team
- Developing a personal business development action plan with Team Lead, Studio Director and or Managing Director
- Making recommendations to office leadership regarding quantity, complexity, and diversity of future projects they feel are necessary for consideration
Skills
- Ability to lead a project and design effort from concept design through start-up
- Participates in preparing marketing materials, site test fits, proposals and participates in sales presentations
- Participates in and coordinates the team's production of plans, specifications and contract documents
- Manages all client communications and client expectations
- Develops the project workplan, manages project timelines, budget, scope, change and risk throughout the project execution
- Ability to evaluate project progress and adjust critical path for scope completion and budget adherence required
- Interfaces and coordinates with local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ's). Reviews, interprets and applies the Building Code in compliance with the application
- Interfaces with the Construction Manager and Site Manager to resolve design coordination details and any constructability issues as well as assists with the value engineering effort
- Responsible for coordinating professional service contract with clients and agreements with consultants
- Coordinates with financial staff to ensure maintain billing and invoice schedule for their projects and monitors payment status
- Assist with mentoring, training and coordinating work of teammate and junior staff
- Embrace specific steps to create, develop and promote a diverse workforce and to promote an inclusive environment
- Manage and lead the Key Project Management Functions: Opportunities, Projects, Planning and Accounting
- Conduct informal meetings with project team on a regular basis and give direction as required so that the project stays on course, within budget, etc. Provide recommendations as needed for corrective actions on a regular basis
- Update Team Leader on a regular basis regarding project status and notify Team Leader/Studio Director and/or Operations Director and/or Managing Director immediately if the project is off track, etc. Provide solutions to situations that need resolution
- Develop and facilitate contracts between NELSON, Client and outside consultants for services with the approval from the Studio Director and/or Managing Director
- Manage the project contract performance and process understanding the scope, budget, and quality agreed to by the Client
- Execute the contract in alignment with approved work plans, schedules and budgets to attain profitability targets to manage and monitor the project life cycle and financial outcome of the project
- Communicate with other disciplines, vendors, and contractors to ensure incorporation of all information into project requirements and provides support as necessary
- Ensure project documentation and contracts are compliant with NELSON standards
- Ensure that design reviews occur at the designated stages of projects
- Monitor and, when appropriate, manage communication between the project team and client, consultants, contractors and vendors to communicate design requirements or coordinate design documents
- Contribute to and offer professional opinion to the office Leadership Team of the firm regarding current projects, staff, client relationships, etc
- Complete timesheet daily, confirming accuracy prior to submission
- Complete expense reports timely, confirming accuracy prior to submission
- Participate as requested in meetings with the office leadership team to share ideas regarding existing and overall organization, business development opportunities, position in the marketplace, etc
- Support the office leadership team with firm wide initiatives
- Take on special projects as directed by the office leadership team
- Conduct initial review of drawings, documents and proposals prior to other reviews ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Review all plans and other production tasks for accuracy prior to submission to Team Leader, Studio Director, or Technical Director
- Establish a process and ensure all projects receive QA/QC review by assigned Technical Director, Design Director, Architect, etc
- Guide teammates in utilizing all NELSON resources within their office, with in the team/account, and across the network to deliver quality technical and/or creative design
- Maintain and archive electronic project files
- Initiate and maintain contracts with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues
- Initiate project set up and input information in to Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint
- Manage project using the Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint; complete work plans; including identification of Teammate assignments to skill sets, schedule for completion, project budget, consultants, fees and labor costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project. Review with your Project Analyst to ensure projects are being set up appropriately
- Prepare invoices with accuracy for review with your assigned Project Analyst
- Function as the primary Client contact through all phases of the project
- Maintain positive client relationships throughout project. Keep Client apprised of project progress on regular basis
- Assist Client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts if required
- Foster relationships with Clients, Vendors, Brokers, Consultants etc. and engage with them on a personal level as well as work to gain their confidence
- Participate in marketing and business development opportunities as requested
- Develop work plans, fee proposals and project schedules in response to RFP's and other opportunities
- Nurture professional relationships with Clients on an ongoing basis to assist with business development for the firm
- Support business development initiatives set forth by the office leadership team
- Develop a personal business development action plan with Team Lead, Studio Director and or Managing Director
- Make recommendations to office leadership regarding quantity, complexity, and diversity of future projects they feel are necessary for consideration
- Minimum 7+ years of relevant project management and architectural experience executing industrial & manufacturing all phases of projects including schematic design, design development, QA/QC reviews and permitting assistance, construction documents, contract documents and construction administration services
- Experience designing warehouse, distribution facilities and e-commerce facilities is a high priority
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for formal presentations, maintaining client relationships and interacting with our valued team members
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project
- Must have AutoCAd, Revit, Bluebeam and specification writing programs (Masterspec, BSD SpecLink)
- Professional Architectural or Engineering licensure is preferred
- Experience designing manufacturing and fabrication facilities, coordinating tooling and equipment lines is highly desirable
- Experience with site-cast tilt up construction and pre-engineered building systems is desirable
- Plant engineering experience is a plus
- Experience with Newforma and Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint desirable
Benefits
- 401(K) plan with company match
- Full health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
- Wellness program with rewards for healthy activities
- Pet Insurance
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Paid time off and holiday pay
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible working schedules and work from home options based on client’s needs
- Professional Development including discretionary support and reimbursement for registrations, certifications, and membership to a professional organization
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