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NELSON Worldwide · 1 day ago

Senior Project Manager - Industrial

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$120K/yr - $150K/yr

7+ years exp

NELSON Worldwide is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join their Industrial Practice in Seattle. The role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring client satisfaction, and leading all phases of design for industrial buildings such as manufacturing and logistics facilities.

Building MaterialConsultingLegalReal Estate

Responsibilities

Balancing the performance and process of multiple projects of varying size and scope

Advance the opportunities for continued growth in market share and profitability in specific service lines

Execute and lead all phases of design which include feasibility studies, planning, concept development, detailed design, construction documentation and specifications

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

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

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

Qualification

Architectural DesignClient CommunicationBudget ManagementProject ManagementAutoCADRevitBluebeamDeltek Vision/VantagepointConstruction DocumentationMarketing Materials PreparationRisk ManagementQA/QC ReviewInterpersonal SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

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