Senior Project Manager - Phoenix, AZ

We build more than buildings. We are building greatness in both our projects and our people. The combination of our people, culture, and unique project delivery approach truly differentiates us - it is why our associates come here, and why they stay. Team Opus associates collaborate to advance our client goals, our communities, and their careers. At Opus, you have an unmatched opportunity with a growing, industry-leading organization to learn and develop professionally, while having fun along the way. Our award-winning teams are united by one mission and are driven to deliver impactful results.

We value our associates and the time they spend building more with us. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits aimed at supporting them in and out of the workplace, including:

• healthcare, dental and vision coverage
• a 401(k) plan and immediate company match
• a student loan payback program
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• birthday holiday
• community time off
• caregiver leave
• tuition reimbursement
• paid licensures and professional memberships

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety First:

• Provide leadership and demonstrate commitment to a safe work environment for all associates through development and enforcement of safety guidelines and policies that also meet or exceed industry standards.
• Advise project stakeholders of any hazards found or unique hazards presented by the work, as necessary.
• Work with the safety department to have working knowledge of the federal OSHA standards that apply to the project(s)
• Coordinate with field and safety team to identify and provide the necessary resources needed to perform each project safely; resources included but are not limited to time, manpower, equipment, and training.

Business Development and Sales:

• Promote and market construction services and products to generate new and add-on business.
• Develop and maintain client, broker, and vendor contacts to generate new and repeat business.
• Prioritize sales efforts and make sales assignments to direct reports.
• Assist Development team and Manager with sales of large or complex projects and projects with a target client in the company's marketing plan.
• Determine best use of personnel for Construction-Project Management representation at customer meetings.
• Prepare cost estimates and/or direct others in preparing cost estimates, and have them reviewed by manager.
• Develop proposals and manage proposal documents for construction projects according to customer specifications.
• Follow up on proposals and negotiate contract documents to close sale and secure client decision on project.

Pre-Construction Production:

• Organize and manage the project team to ensure individual accountability, productivity and clarity of roles within team, and ensure sufficient resources are allocated to the project to achieve all project goals.
• Oversee the project teams' procurement and management of the design/consultant team in the development of construction documents which will achieve the desired project scope and quality objectives while minimizing project execution risk and maximize overall company profitability.
• General oversite of project schedule and Quality Assurance / Quality Control program development and implementation.
• Management of the procurement phase of the project to ensure timely and competitive bids are received, vetted and processed through to subcontract execution.
• Permitting and governmental approval oversite and management.

Project Management and Close-out:

• Administer all design and construction contracts with a focus on risk management.
• Provide oversight to the monthly payment requisition and owner billing process.
• Approve changes in the work and produce change orders.
• Review margin projections, schedule, and quality assurance for assigned project and those of subordinates monthly.
• Prepare reports of project margin projections and reasons for deviations from goals to Vice President on specified schedule.
• Identify critical activities and ensure they are monitored diligently and visit "off-site" facilities, as necessary, to guarantee timely installation and incorporation of materials into the project.
• Monitor punch list and close-out of project.
• Manage company-wide commitments on net lease projects.
• Maintain good customer and outside vendor relationships throughout project duration and beyond to enhance prospect of future projects.
• Resolve technical and contractual problems and disputes on each project.

People Management:

• Collaboratively recruit, develop, and retain project management, safety, and other project support.
• Meet regularly with direct reports; share knowledge, coaching and recommendations to contribute to associate development, as well as information relative to overall business performance.
• Continually evaluate department structure, looking for opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of the group while providing associates with appropriate professional and personal growth opportunities.
• Conduct performance appraisals and establish individual development plans with direct report(s).
• Ensure that team is engaged, mentored, and functions effectively as a team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related area.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) certification desired.
• Minimum of twelve years experience in the commercial construction industry with a majority of time spent on large commercial, industrial, and multi-family projects.
• Minimum of five years' business experience requiring knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and cost allocation procedures.
• Previous design-build and jobsite experience preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of major aspects of designing and building projects.
• Familiarity with the design/build process and ability to coordinate many people and activities involved.
• Strategic thinker that can effectively present ideas, proactively solve problems and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions, including the ability to listen, communicate and partner with a variety of team members and business partners, at all levels and across diverse cultures.
• Procore, Bluebeam and project scheduling experience preferred.

This job description is a summary of the typical functions and responsibilities of this position, and the duties described are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities. There may be other duties, tasks and responsibilities assigned. Management reserves the right to add, modify or change the duties of this position and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, and veteran or disability status.