Senior Project Manager – Fort Bragg

Responsible for the profitable execution of assigned projects. Ensures that assigned projects are done accurately, on-time, billed, within budget and within scope of the contract. Maintains positive cash flow. Actively pursues selling change orders. Ensures work performed is in compliance with state, local and Federal legal requirements and operates on the job with the highest of ethics. Adheres and ensures Johnson Controls staff and subcontractors adhere to all safety standards. Responsible for following consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes. Maintains an effective balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.

Location: Fort Bragg, NC
Benefits: Eligible for health and retirement benefits on first day of employment
Vacation: Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation per calendar year

1. Acts as the primary on-site leader for execution teams on assigned projects. Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.

2. Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client issued bulletins, field directives and / or scheduling changes. Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.

3. Manages costs, billings and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow.

4. When equipment is included in project, work with Project Engineer to manage cost, billings and collections.

5. Reviews and interprets contract Terms and Conditions.

6. Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues and financial status to management as required.

7. Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.

8. Negotiates, prepares and issues subcontracts.

9. Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and JCI standards.

10.Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes and installation techniques.

11.Manages the selection, ordering, and delivery schedule of materials to be procured for the projects assigned.

12.Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required. Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.

13.Coordinates with the Regional Installation Manager and / or Systems Team Leader for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives. Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards. Facilitates escalation of product related problems.

14.Assists Branch Manager and / or sales in project development efforts.

15.Coordinates customer-training requirements.

What we look for
Required

1. Eight (8) or more years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.

2. Able to execute projects of higher project and contract complexity

3. Experience in dealing with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of many different disciplines.

4. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.

5. Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.

6. Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.

7. Strong personal computer working capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, powerpoint), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.

8. The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. (This involves a background/character, criminal history, employment, and credit check.)

Preferred
1. Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associates Degree with equivalent work related experience.
2. Management experience with projects related to HVAC Building Automation and Controls management systems.
3. Experience working with projects at federal government sites
4. Experience managing employees directly, including teams of Project Managers.

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Division: JCFS (Johnson Controls Federal Systems)