Senior Project Manager

Under general direction, is responsible for managing multiple medium to large complex  construction projects, applying industry-tested risk-management principles and methods, mitigating contract specifications and developing strategies to manage cost overruns; may support other functional components of the department.

• Represents the County regarding all aspects of large, complex construction projects ($0-25 million) from design to completion
• Manages Facilities Capital Projects, including oversight of design and construction projects, assists
• Capital Projects Manager with design and construction issues and with smaller facility renovations as needed.
• Coordinates scheduling major construction project types such Design-Build, Construction Manager at Risk and Design-Bid-Build on a, variety of building types such as courthouses, detention centers and jails, residential and non-residential juvenile facilities, vehicle maintenance facilities, law enforcement and fire marshal offices and training centers, administrative offices, archives and records storage facilities and others.
• Leads project review meetings, support clients during onsite visits, and manages client communications.
• Assists with identifying and quantifying minimum project requirements which must be met, while incorporating County standards for building materials, mechanical systems, space and technology requirements, and energy consumption
• Directs and coordinates development of project designs with consultants and construction contractors.
• coordinates with building code officials, other applicable government agencies, and other County
• Departments
• Assists the Capital Projects Manager with the bid release and negotiation of the selected contractor on capital projects through the Purchasing Department
• Participates in the selection of vendors (including general contractors, architects, engineers and other contracted consultants), including preparing Requests for Proposals (RFP's) and administering fair evaluation of vendor proposals
• Develops strategies to address rapid cost-escalation of projects, while maintaining key funding criteria, functionality, and originally planned/programmed space
• Completes assessment of current spaces and furniture to evaluate and quantify if they meet current County standards; creates and modifies space planning for offices and furniture using CAD and other presentation software
• Prepares presentations, Agenda Coordination items, and reports for leadership, and Commissioners Court
• Assists the Capital Projects Manager with directing Project Managers and Facilities Management staff as necessary to ensure project goals are achieved
• Performs other duties as required

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Science or closely related field. Eight (8) years general building construction or project management experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• PMI - Project Management Professional certification
• Excellent knowledge of construction practices and procedures; good knowledge of Federal, State and local building codes and standards; working knowledge of current ADA and TAS compliance requirements as related to construction projects
• Strong skills with standard Microsoft Office applications required; experience with PowerPoint, MS Project, Photoshop, Revit, AutoCAD, Sketch UP, or similar programs
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing; ability to operate personal computer and basic office equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, Elected/Appointed Officials and outside agencies. Maintains working relationships with consultants, contractors and subs, for the purpose of managing and mitigating conflicts
• Must be able and willing to attend training at department’s discretion
• Must have a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance
• Must secure and maintain a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background check and clearance investigation
• When required, shall work extra hours, holidays, weekends and other shifts
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the work week

Preferred Qualifications:

• IFMA - Facilities Management Professional certification (FMP) or Certified Facility Manager Certification (CFM)
• PMI - Construction Professional (PMI-CP)
• AGC of America – CSF, PMDP, or STP

Working Conditions:

• Generally working in indoor conditions with occasional outdoor exposure
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as damp/wet surfaces, extreme temperatures, hazardous materials, flammable liquids, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally moves about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Generally, operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Salary : $6,649