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BE&K Building Group · 3 days ago

Senior Project Manager - MEP

North Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

BE&K Building Group is a construction management firm seeking a Senior Project Manager MEP to oversee all project administration and ensure quality and performance. The role involves managing project schedules, budgets, change orders, and fostering relationships with subcontractors and owners.

Civil EngineeringConstruction

Responsibilities

Lead and communicate with BE&K Field Supervision, Subcontractors and Vendors to assist them in working to the Project Schedule while representing BE&K with Owner(s), Architects, Consultants, Government Authorities, Vendors and Subcontractors

Produce thorough forecast of Cost-to-Complete which drills down to identify potential exposures

Require the project team to track costs of field directives and back charges for forecasting purposes

Create detailed analysis of line-item exposures, particularly unit price contracts

Follow the Forecasting Calendar for on-time completion of forecasts

Teach the Standard Operating Procedures for budget updating to project team

Require the project team to consistently track all Proposed Change Order (PCO) items including in-scope and out-of-scope

Provide the Owner with up-to-date status reports relating to Changes

Require the project team to produce a monthly Owner Change Order (OCO)

Work to recover all legitimate GC costs relating to Owner Changes

Track the status of all Contract Allowances and submit Change Order Requests (COR) when an over-run is likely

Establish an effective Close-out Plan early in the project which includes the early collection, review, and packaging of Contract close-out documents

Require the team to utilize the Work list System to organize and manage the completion of phases of the work

Teach/Train close out process to field staff

Require the project team to have the completed pay requisitions approved by the Owner no later than the 1st of each month

Produce an effective Schedule of Values

Establish a regimented process for the collection of payments no later than 30 days and subsequent efficient system for the payment to Subcontractors

Consistently manage the cash flow of the Project to maintain overall fiscal responsibility of the project from start to finish

Produce an effective Schedule of Values which supports a strong cash flow position

Review each Subcontractors initial Schedule of Values to prevent overpayment

Review Sub/Vendor requisitions to prevent payment of unsigned or unfunded Change Orders

Produce and update the cash model for the Owner to prevent surprises

Establishes a meeting regiment for the Project Team which provides for effective communication and problem solving

Follow the SOP for focused meetings such as PM/PE, OAC's, subcontractor meetings, coordination meetings, Precon Sessions, etc

Require the Project Team to assemble and maintain the Project Logs (Cash Management, Change Management, Noncompliance, Buy-Schedule, Contracts, Procurement, Submittals, RFI's, Safety, Hold Reports, Construction Schedule, Work lists) and periodically review for accuracy

Conduct focus meetings once per month to review the maintenance of those logs and drills down to identify potential exposures and issues

Establish a 'Firm but Fair' approach to building relationships with Subcontractors

Promote an environment of organization and professionalism with Subcontractors

Address issues immediately with a non-performing Subcontractor to protect BE&K from resulting delay and potential impact

Provide leadership with the Superintendent to produce a clear, thorough, and accurate baseline Contract Schedule which rarely requires changes to the original logic

Track events, impacts, and changes in the schedule to allow for the management and prevention of delays

Lead the Project Team to focus on critical path matters to prevent non-excusable delays

Provide the Owner with written monthly updates of the Contract Schedule in accordance with the requirements of the Contract

Take needed action with subcontractors that are impacting the schedule

Produce buy-out and procurement schedule and assist with writing monthly schedule narrative in conjunction with the Scheduling team

Complete the buy-out process in a manner which permits the timely flow of work, prevents budget issues, contract executions, bonds, insurance, etc

Write timely notices to Owner and Subcontractors

Take immediate action when a non-performing Subcontractor is likely to cause impact to the Project

Work to complete the submittal and coordination process no later than 180 days

Teaches a risk management regiment to others on the project team

Work to establish a trusting and professional relationship with the Owner

Focus on keeping the Owner well informed of important matters to prevent surprises

Work to secure a strong letter of recommendation from the Owner

Provide leadership in the utilization of the Quality Management Program on the project, which outlines quality expectations

Participate with the project team to institute the use of First Delivery and Quality Benchmark Inspections as the work progresses

Require the use of mock-ups to establish the quality expectations as defined in the Quality Management Program

Strive to create synergy and a teamwork atmosphere on the project

Lead by example by establishing the work ethic guidelines for the entire team and therefore establishes the boundaries and expectations

Organize periodic team events and training sessions to 'Train & Develop Our People'

Act immediately when personal conflicts emerge among the team

Oversee training and development for your staff for their career progression

Qualification

MEP SystemsRisk ManagementProject ManagementConstruction ManagementBudget ManagementDiplomacyTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingOrganizational Skills

Required

10+ years Commercial Construction Project Management experience

Excellent business judgment demonstrated by consistently achieving profitability objectives and strong project close-outs with client and subcontractor relationships in good standing

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail evidenced by a strong command of all applicable contract and legal provisions

A strong sense of urgency and initiative. Able to quickly study and react to complex issues

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to confidently and decisively take action

Team leader with excellent diplomatic and communication skills, able to handle and resolve conflicts effectively in a firm but fair manner

Candidate must possess BE&K Core Values: Integrity ~ Teamwork ~ Respect ~ Discipline ~ Accountability ~ Social Responsibility

Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and handling materials

Must be able to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

Capable of standing and walking for extended periods

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering (preferred but not required)

AEROSPACE, AVIATION, INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE - A PLUS!!

Company

BE&K Building Group

BE&K Building Group (BE&K) is an integrated construction services company serving life sciences, aviation + aerospace, industrial + manufacturing, mission critical, food + beverage, healthcare, higher education, and commercial clients.

Founded in 1968

Greenville, South Carolina, USA

201-500 employees