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Program Manager

Volkert Inc

Job Description

Job Description

Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Program Manager to support our Program Management department   located in Bossier City, LA. 

What you’ll be doing:

Project Execution

  • Act as the company representative with the client, internal subconsultants, and third-party consultants and contractors during the program execution.
  • Prepare a Project Execution Plan (PEP) that identifies the project team organization, specific tasks or phases, and all work 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. 
  • Hold a project kick-off meeting to review the PEP with project team members.
  • Ensure Quality Control reviews are conducted and documented.
  • Notify accounting when the project is ready for the closure cycle and ensures all files and documents are retained in accordance with corporate policy. 
  • Maintain daily contact with field personnel during all field activities.

Project Monitoring and Review

  • Maintain direct contact with clients on a continuing basis to address technical and scheduling issues.
  • Conduct project staff meetings to review progress and improve communication and coordination.
  • Participate in the month-end project review that coincides with monthly billing and status reports.
  • Prepare and present a detailed project review for the Group Manager.
  • Monitor and report progress toward project milestones associated with the design, bid, and construction phases of assigned projects.
  • Prepare and issue a monthly project progress report.
  • Review Revenue Summary Reports monthly.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of job progress through daily logs and other reports.

Project Control

  • Develop project documents, processes, and procedures required to support quality control and final project deliverables.
  • Aid in the development, implementation, and maintenance of master budgets and schedules.
  • Ensure that all technical design changes are approved to conform to the standards, systems and procedures as prescribed by the requirements of the project.
  • Collaborate with the Operations Manager and other Project Managers to resolve scheduling or technical issues.
  • Ensure 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.
  • Review and approve schedules of values, payment applications, and change order requests on behalf of the owner and/or client.
  • Maintain project files and document archive using web-based project management information system (PMIS) and other project management software.
  • Evaluate 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.
  • Review, approve, and provide necessary documentation for invoicing in a timely manner.
  • Maintain client accounts including collection of Accounts Receivable (AR’s).
  • Anticipate problems and works with clients, architects/engineers, contractors, field personnel to identify and implement corrective actions.
  • Keep client informed of the day-to-day project activities. 

What you need to have:

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Architecture/Engineering or related field.
  • Licensed Architect or Engineer is required 
  • A broad construction management background and project/program management experience on similar project types can come from work experience as an architect/engineer, contractor, and/or facilities manager.
  • Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing experience is desired
  • Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Project Management and/or Estimator experience in construction projects, or experience in overseeing/managing facilities, are important.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
  • Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus points if you have:

  • RA licensure and/or certifications such as LEED AP, AIA, NCARB or Professional Engineering (PE) in the state of Louisiana

Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. 

Key Benefits:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

EOE- Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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