Project Manager, Design & Construction for Critical Environm…

Company: MGAC
Location: Tennessee

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GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Project Manager (“PM”) will be responsible for managing multiple small capital projects and acting as the engagement manager for MGAC to clients and other design and construction professionals for a Data Center Client in Chattanooga, TN supporting MGAC’s Critical Environments Team.

The PM need manage and have a constant comprehension of project scope, budget, schedule and risk to make recommendations in the best interest of our clients. The PM is expected to take an active role, being responsible and accountable for timely and cost-effective delivery of projects through all phases of a project including, project justification, requirements definition, funding, programming, site selection, team sourcing and structure, budgeting, scheduling, design development, permitting, bid leveling, value engineering, construction administration and commissioning, FFE and Special Systems procurement and installation, and relocation.

The PM is expected to independently manage full scope of projects and simultaneously manage components of others. The PM needs to work autonomously and be self-sufficient executing projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Achieves Client’s Vision as a Trusted Partner
  • Aligns/Manages project scope, schedule, budget and quality
  • Maintains Collaborative Relationships with Clients, A&E Professionals, Contractors / GC’s, Vendors, Teams
  • Anticipates project and team risks; Solves complex challenges and conflicts
  • Manages P/L of Projects
  • Ensures timely invoicing, collection, and identifies add-services
  • Leads project risk management, contingency planning, schedule and budget recovery planning
  • Requirements gathering / needs assessments
  • Sourcing Architectural and Engineering Professionals
  • Managing the Design Documentation Process (CD’s and Specifications); and Client Reviews
  • Managing the Procurement Process (Furniture, Fixture and Equipment and IT and Special Systems – Telecom, Audio-Visual Systems, Security Systems, Wireless, and Distributed Antenna Systems)
  • Sourcing Contractors
  • Managing the Construction Process including Construction Administration and Site Observation reports
  • Managing the Commissioning Process including Special Systems Commissioning
  • QA/QC for Construction and Installed Systems
  • Receives positive Client feedback, and proactively seeks new opportunities with existing clients

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field to Construction
  • Master’s Degree in a related field, not required, but preferred
  • At least three to five (3 to 5) years of building construction experience required

Acceptable experience includes any combination of the following:

  • Project Management
  • General Contractor/Construction Manager
  • Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Design)
  • Architectural Project Management/Construction Administration

Each PM is expected to be proficient with the following software applications (at a minimum):

  • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
  • MS Power Point
  • MS Project
  • Adobe Acrobat (or Blue Beam, Nitro pdf, and other pdf developers/editors)

BENEFITS:

Over the past decade, MGAC has been recognized as a top workplace by the Washington Post, Washingtonian, and Washington Business Journal, affirming MGAC’s commitment to fostering a unique and collaborative environment where staff can grow personally and professionally.

MGAC’s, competitive benefits contribute to our award-winning culture. On your first day of work, employees begin accruing vacation at a rate of 10 hours per month, which is equivalent to 3 weeks each year. Employees also receive 1 day off for their birthday! Sick leave accrues at a rate of 56 hours per calendar year or 7 days annually. Additionally, full-time employees are provided nine paid holidays per calendar year.

For more information on MGAC’s generous benefits, please visit our careers section on http://www.mgac.com.

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