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Job Description
Under general supervision, leads portions of the prime project contract, including staff management.
Advises manager of the overall project on their portion of the overall project.
Implements project plan of overall project manager.
Implements project resource plan and manages the staffing of assigned portions of the prime project.
Determines and coordinates the proper staffing within the project including identification of outside resources needed (subs/vendors) and ensures procurement processes are followed.
Clearly communicates project deadlines, assignments and objectives to project team members.
Assigns work and provides direction to project staff with regard to timeliness and completion of project objectives.
Coaches project staff and provides feedback to staff and to project staff's supervisors on project performance; escalates any performance issues to appropriate management and human resources.
Identifies, quantifies, and communicates residual risk (time and cost). Creates and reviews timely client billings with internal billing support.
Responsible for ensuring timely client payment and follows up on outstanding client invoices to obtain payment.
Reviews and approves subcontractor/vendor invoices to ensure timely payment to outside resources.
Creates project definitions, schedules, budgets and objectives for assigned portions of overall project.
Prepares detailed statements of work with associated work breakdown structures and gains concurrence and approval from internal and external stakeholders regarding various project aspects.
Assesses potential project risk and outlines risk mitigation solutions.
Ensures client satisfaction by delivering quality, on-time project outcomes as a result of good planning and organizational skills; manages client expectations.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline. 4 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Skills and Abilities
Advanced mathematical knowledge. Advanced computation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Good personal computer skills. Advanced knowledge of construction industry terminology.
Background Check and Drug Testing Information
CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.