What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager | Federal position at Northern Impact?
Overview
A leading global architecture and engineering firm with 10 offices world-wide is seeking a Senior Project Manager for their Washington D.C. office. This established firm specializes in transformative design across multiple sectors, with offices strategically located throughout the United States. Their portfolio encompasses federal, healthcare, aviation, education, and commercial projects, delivered through integrated architecture, engineering, and interior design services.
The Senior Project Manager will lead complex federal and design build projects from initiation through successful delivery. This role serves as the primary client liaison while overseeing all aspects of project execution, including budgets, schedules, quality control, and team coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Leadership & Execution
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Develop and oversee strategic plans throughout the project lifecycle, establishing scope, goals, deliverables, and QA/QC protocols.
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Plan, track, and manage project timelines, milestones, and critical path activities.
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Draft budget proposals and recommend adjustments as needed to ensure financial success.
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Ensure quality standards are met and risks are proactively identified and mitigated.
Team Management & Collaboration
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Lead and mentor project team members and contractors, fostering accountability and high performance.
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Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines.
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Provide coaching and professional development to junior staff.
Client Relations & Communication
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Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong relationships.
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Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, documentation, and executive presentations.
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Participate in client interviews and business development efforts.
Requirements:
Required:
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Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
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10 years of project management experience
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Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
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Ability to develop relationships with internal teams and external clients
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Demonstrated experience managing projects from concept through completion
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Positive, collaborative attitude as part of a multidisciplinary team
Preferred:
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Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
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Market-specific certifications
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Background in mentoring junior professionals and coordinating across disciplines
This position offers the opportunity to work on significant federal projects while contributing to the firm's century-long legacy of design excellence.
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