Project Manager

Are we the road to your future? We are currently searching for an experienced Project Manager to support our Program Management department within our Southwest Region located in Texas . To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field, and 7–10 years of experience working on vertical structure projects. What You’ll Be Doing Project Execution Acts as the company representative with the client, internal subconsultants, and third‑party consultants and contractors during program execution. Prepares a Project Execution Plan (PEP) that identifies the project team organization, specific tasks or phases, and all work required to complete the project. The PEP outlines a schedule to ensure the project is completed on time and develops an estimate and schedule of the manpower required. Holds a project kick‑off meeting to review the PEP with project team members. Ensures quality control reviews are conducted and documented. Notifies accounting when the project is ready for the closure cycle and ensures all files and documents are retained in accordance with corporate policy. Maintains daily contact with field personnel during all field activities. Project Monitoring and Review Maintains direct contact with clients on a continuing basis to address technical and scheduling issues. Conducts project staff meetings to review progress and improve communication and coordination. Participates in the month‑end project review that coincides with monthly billing and status reports. Prepares and presents a detailed project review for the Group Manager. Monitors and reports progress toward project milestones associated with the design, bid, and construction phases of assigned projects. Prepares and issues a monthly project progress report. Reviews revenue summary reports monthly. Maintains accurate documentation of job progress through daily logs and other reports. Project Control Develops project documents, processes, and procedures required to support quality control and final project deliverables. Aids in the development, implementation, and maintenance of master budgets and schedules. Ensures that all technical design changes are approved to conform to the standards, systems, and procedures as prescribed by the project requirements. Collaborates with the Operations Manager and other Project Managers to resolve scheduling or technical issues. Ensures proper documentation and timely communication of requests for information (RFIs), architectural supplemental instructions (ASIs), contract addenda, shop drawings and submittals, change order requests, and other project and program communications. Reviews and approves schedules of values, payment applications, and change order requests on behalf of the owner and/or client. Maintains project files and document archive using a web‑based project management information system (PMIS) and other project management software. Evaluates the effect of scope changes on project budgets and schedules, then negotiates with the client to increase fees required to accommodate such scope changes as necessary. Reviews, approves, and provides necessary documentation for invoicing in a timely manner. Maintains client accounts including collection of accounts receivable (AR). Anticipates problems and works with clients, architects/engineers, contractors, and field personnel to identify and implement corrective actions. Keeps client informed of the day‑to‑day project activities. What You Need To Have Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum 7–10 years of relevant experience. Project Management and/or Estimator experience in construction projects, or experience in overseeing/managing facilities. A broad construction management background and project/program management experience on similar project types; experience may come from work as an architect/engineer, contractor, and/or facilities manager. Preference for RA licensure and/or certifications such as LEED AP, AIA, NCARB, or Professional Engineering (PE) in the State of Louisiana. Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR). Key Benefits Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays Employer‑Paid Life/AD&D insurance Employer‑Paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance Wellness incentives Student Debt Retirement Match Additional voluntary benefits EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr Volkert, Inc.