Senior Construction Project Manager - Government

Senior Construction Project Manager - Government

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. The ideal individual will have prior experience supporting large-scale construction projects and possess strong people leadership skills along with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of estimating, scheduling and cost control.
• Thorough knowledge of RFI tracking, contract document control, forecast scheduling and costs, preparation of change order review, and review of payments.
• Ability to be proactive and incorporate interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships.
• Confirms that appropriate project authorization and funding is in place before activities begin; prepares cash flow projections and monitors financial performance.
• Assures that all necessary jurisdictional approvals are obtained and that all applicable codes and standards are met.
• Diligently pursues the timely completion of any punch list and project closeout activities.
• Provides overall project cost control, schedule management and quality assurance for projects from the design phase through project closeout.
• Anticipates potential problems that may jeopardize project success and identifies alternative solutions.
• Assures that projects adhere to approved scope, are completed within budget, on schedule and at the prescribed level of quality. Maintains project records and produces various reports.
• Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
• Provides leadership to various individuals associated with each project.
• Manages and/or coordinates activities of technical discipline team members, specialty consultants, construction inspectors, and project support staff.
• Partners with planners during scope development, cost estimates and project scheduling and may assist maintenance and operation staff with warranty compliance.
• Works closely with client representatives on a day-to-day basis.
• Administers the process of selecting design professionals, consultants and contractors to design and construct projects; This includes preparing scopes of work, soliciting for services, evaluating credentials and interviewing potential contractors, evaluating references and past performance, and negotiating fees and services.
• Maintains project records and produces various reports.
• Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

Qualifications

• Public sector experience in Oregon (city, county, or government facilities), preferably supporting criminal justice or public safety facilities within the last 5 years with positive client references.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and build long-standing client relationships with strong references.
• Expertise in ORS and OAR compliance and Oregon public procurement practices, including ability to train others.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex capital projects through full lifecycle (planning, design, construction, closeout).
• Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, cost control, change management, and financial oversight (cash flow, forecasting, reporting).
• Experience administering consultant/contractor procurement, including scope development, evaluation, negotiation, and performance management.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently while ensuring scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives are met.
• Proficiency in project controls, document management systems, reporting, and maintaining accurate project records.
• Strong understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory approvals processes.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder coordination, and relationship management skills across agencies and teams.
• Proactive problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making skills with attention to detail.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively in team-oriented environments and take initiative.
• CCM and DBIA certifications, or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Education/Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible related experience, which includes managing multi-million dollar construction projects.
• Experience should also include managing A/E (design) consultant services and construction administration.
• Must have been in a position, which demonstrates independent decision-making.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $130K-$160K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.

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