Senior Project Manager - San Rafael, United States - Ghilotti Construction Company

Description

Why GCC?

100 years of industry experience to pave the way for the future. When you work at GCC, you are not just another employee; you are family and an owner GCC is fully employee owned. On top of competitive salaries, amazing benefits and room for growth, GCC takes pride in company culture. Birthday celebrations, bocce tournaments, holiday parties, crab feeds, company outings and sporting events are a few of the ways GCC creates a family vibe. Not only do we care about our employees but we care for our community. GCC supports local education, children's charities, food banks and other nonprofits that directly benefit families. Whether you are starting or establishing your career do it at GCC with a company that cares.

JOB SUMMARY

Senior Project Manager manages the overall project direction, completion and financial outcome for assigned projects. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for directing and mentoring on-site staff and off site activities. The Senior Project Manager works with minimal Area Manager oversight and is tasked to run projects independently or with the assistance of support staff under their direction. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, knowledge of contracts, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills. Capable of independently running construction projects with contract values up to $80M.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide strong leadership, guiding project teams and fostering a collaborative working environment;
• Demonstrate advanced project management skills, overseeing multiple projects with a focus on budget, timeline, and quality control;
• Oversees site safety standards and protocols;
• Ability to assist with and produce project estimates;
• Performs constructability reviews;
• Oversees project permit process;
• Prepares subcontracts, purchase orders and oversees procurement process;
• Responsible for accurate reporting and preparation of cost updates for their projects in cost control and change management systems;
• Creates Initial Project Budget
• Maintains relationships with clients, designers, consultants and internal GCC clients;
• Prepares initial master CPM schedule and oversees updates;
• Prepares reports regarding financial performance of the project based on their advanced proficiency and accuracy in cost reporting and cost projections;
• Responsible to identify opportunities and maximize profit;
• Prepares monthly client project status reports, as required;
• Reviews and approves Trade Contractor Payment Applications;
• Prepares monthly GCC pay application to owner;
• Attends and leads project meetings, including progress, pre-construction and pre-award;
• Reviews inspection and test data for compliance with specifications;
• Develops and maintains site logistics plan, in coordination with Superintendent;
• Manages QC/QA procedures and conducts quality inspections;
• Communicates and enforces Safety and Health Management Program;
• Demonstrates commitment to an Injury-Free Environment through own actions and mentoring others;
• Oversees project close-out;
• Owner contact for post-construction, including warranty period.
• Supports achievement of the company's organizational goals and objectives by being cross trained and cross training others to increase knowledge and ability to perform different tasks.

Job Skills & Abilities Guidelines:

• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products;
• Thorough understanding of Lump Sum, and unit price contracts;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Exceptional math/accounting skills;
• Strong time management skills;
• Functions effectively as part of a team;
• Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients;
• Exhibits strong leadership and supervisory qualities;
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent education and experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years' Heavy Civil construction industry experience, with experience constructing structures, underground facilities, and other heavy civil related work items.
• Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, accounting, etc., plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required. Thorough knowledge of Federal/State/Local Agency plans and specifications is required. Knowledge of SWPPP practices and regulations if required.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities is vital.
• Demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project Engineer/Temporary/Summer Staff as assigned.

EQUIPMENT USE

• Telephone – Frequently
• Small Hand Tools – Moderate
• Copier – Occasionally
• Computer – Moderate

SOFTWARE USE

Spectrum, Microsoft Office Suite,

LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATIONS

• None

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-employment background screening investigation results that are acceptable to GCC at GCC's sole discretion.

• Drug/alcohol test (negative test results).
• Background/security clearance (if applicable).
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, employees, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is typically performed in an office environment, and at field sites and client facilities, which requires proper safety equipment and precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes, tools or equipment and climbing of stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

GCC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.