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The Christman Company · 1 day ago

Project Manager

Sterling, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Christman Company is an industry leader in commercial construction, seeking Project Manager candidates for large-scale projects in the DC Metro region. The Project Manager will lead the construction project team, ensuring effective communication, project planning, and client relationship management throughout the project lifecycle.

CommercialConstructionReal Estate

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead in the development of high-performance teams through supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring and serving as a peer coach and/or mentor as assigned

Ensure regular feedback is shared with staff including timely completion of employee performance appraisals

Provide leadership in motivating the project team and maintain a positive work environment

Communicate with owners, architects, and subcontractors as it relates to project risk, timetables, costs/budgets, and change management

Determine and define scope of work and deliverables

Determines project staffing requirements and establishes a work plan and schedules for each project phase

Prepare project manuals, work category descriptions and other necessary components for a bid package

Manage the CM bid process to also include post bid reviews

Serve as a team member on hard bid teams as needed

Establish and clarify project-specific goals related to schedule, safety, accounting, labor relations, EEO, and data processing/reporting

Assess and maintain client relationships to understand construction leadership, facility maintenance, and other business needs that may have facility-related implications from the beginning of the contract through the project warranty period

Manage owner communications related to project risks, schedules, budgets, and logistics

Coordinate development and delivery of project planning services (e.g., estimating, scheduling, value engineering, reporting) with the Project Planning Leader

Oversee timely and accurate processing of all project information documents relating to the contract, bulletins, field work orders, and change orders

Review assessment of client needs to contractual obligations and delivery of project professional management services by the Christman team and all contracted trades, vendors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure that proper service is provided to the client

Establish subcontract agreements and work scopes for all trade contractors; communicating expectations and responsibilities related to project planning, coordination with other trades, safety, and definition of work quality

Clarify expectations and performance requirements in both written project documents and through presentations and discussions at pre-bid conferences, post-bid meetings, pre-installation meetings, and other interactions

Lead trade contractor relations

Coordinate information, access, and share across the project team to keep team members informed of current project status

Drive safety awareness at all times. Observe safety practices on site and promptly address any unsafe situations or behaviors, reporting violations and coordinating corrective actions to the project team

Contribute to business development efforts by leveraging professional network and client relationships to identify opportunities, participate in developing pursuit strategies, and actively participate in the pursuit of these opportunities

Participate in project pursuit interviews as required

Qualification

Construction ManagementSafety ManagementProject ManagementCost ControlMicrosoft 365Blueprint ReadingLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingTime Management

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related job field

Minimum five (5) years of commercial construction experience in a leadership role reflecting progressive leadership responsibilities

Successful completion of classes or other training in Construction Management, Project Management, Safety, or Communication

Ability to manage time, plan, schedule, organize, and prioritize responsibilities to consistently meet deadlines

Entrepreneurial focus and the ability to see the big picture while simultaneously focusing on details and timelines

Must be able to write and communicate clearly and quickly to a variety of audiences

Ability to perform under pressure or opposition and handle stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization

Must be able to lead, work well with others, and build relationships with the project team and subcontractors, resolving conflicts or jobsite issues as they arise

Have excellent problem solving and ability to communicate solutions with an understanding of how risk is managed as it relates to the project and company as a whole

Have a passion for team-based planning and problem-solving and wholehearted commitment to building strong partnerships to support project goals

Advanced understanding of construction scheduling, cost control, and demonstrated ability to lead, control, and supervise large groups

Leads, manages, and plans work activities along with recognizing safety concerns while promoting a safe culture

Understand job cost accounting practices and ability to analyze reports

Ability to easily read and understand blueprints and specifications

Proficient in Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, and Outlook