Senior Project Manager - Government/Transportation

Who You Are

We are looking for a talented Senior Project Manager (SPM) to join our Construction Management team within Government/Transportation market. The SPM is responsible for the overall accountability and success of a project by leading the project team(s) to complete a client project within the client's expectations, budget and schedule. This position is also responsible for project and construction management; client representation; marketing professional services, building relationships with all key stakeholders, fiscal management, and personnel management. This includes communication, development, decision making, organization/dissemination of information, delegating, modeling, and empowering their direct reports to learn and grow. They will be responsible for Alternative Project Delivery and be an in-house subject matter expert on APD methods. This includes Design-Build, General Contractor/Construction Manager, P3 and variations of each. 

The ideal candidate has worked with public clients, projects or entities and has experience with Alternative Delivery Methods (i.e. RCW 39.10).

This role will support project work in Bellingham/Whatcom County.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Job Duties

• Overall accountability for the planning, design, permitting, construction, and turnover of construction projects.
• Deliver projects on time, on budget, and to mutually agreed expectations.
• Maintain knowledge of the contractual service requirements between the Client, General Contractor, Designers, and Consultants.
• Maintain knowledge of the contractual service commitments between OAC and the Client.
• Guide design development and construction through the applicable funding requirements and government processes at Federal, State and Local levels.
• Track RCW updates and communicate these updates to OAC team members. 
• Take ownership and QAQC of OAC’s alternative delivery project experience matrix—this includes OAC and competitor data from the PRC.
• Develop and maintain (with PC assistance) central file repository for all things alternative delivery including tools, templates, and best practices—consolidate information into a central file on the OAC server.
• Guide design development through applicable sustainability reviews or building certification preparations to meet project/client requirements.
• Lead or assist with creation and validation of pro-forma documentation (as appropriate).
• Lead or assist client in determining appropriate team and team structure for the project.
• Lead or assist with developing and accessing procurement strategies and delivery of FF&E or other segments of the client’s budget.
• Lead or provide support in site selection analysis and decision making.
• Facilitate involvement of the project’s key stakeholders at appropriate levels and times.
• Develop, coordinate, and facilitate hand-off the facility to client’s operations personnel.
• Facilitate and reconcile differences using conflict resolution techniques.
• Monitor performance of self, individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Develop or advise on development of warranty strategies.
• Lead or assist with development and management of overall project budget, as appropriate to meet client requirements.
• Support client’s project administrative needs as appropriate.
• Contribute and own the development of program processes and tools that facilitate consistency and quality execution across the project/program.
• Drive to various job sites/offices.

May include other duties, as assigned.

Required Experience & Education

• BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of project and construction management experience.
• Experience with progressive design-build, GC/CM or other alternative delivery methods.
• Experience with public clients/sector.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, leadership, communication, and presentation skills. 
• Experience with web-based project management tools.
• Knowledge of Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.) or other scheduling software.
• Demonstrated experience in management of professional staff.
• Must have an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Experience & Skills

• 3 years' experience in management of professional staff preferred.
• Experience in project management of multiple, overlapping, and coordinated projects preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of green and sustainable building practices, LEED™ Accredited Professional a plus.

Not meeting every single requirement?

Research indicates that some minority groups tend to hesitate in applying for jobs unless they meet all the qualifications. At OAC, we strongly believe in fostering a diverse, inclusive, and genuine work environment. If you find this position intriguing but your previous experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification listed above, we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your resume. You might be the ideal candidate for this role or for other opportunities in the future!

Why Work for Us

At OAC we know we are not perfect; therefore, we are committed to continually looking for ways to grow and improve. We are committed to being known as a “best place to work”; in fact, it’s a strategic goal of ours that we are consistently analyzing and working on. We are dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and sense of belonging for all our employees, and we are committed to making better happen - for our employees, our clients, and our community.

In addition to base pay, our benefits include (depending on employment status):

• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work arrangements (when feasible).
• Health benefits for both single employees and families that are above those generally provided by our peers.
• 100% company paid coverage for employee medical, dental and vision insurance premiums and 70% premium coverage spouse/domestic partner and dependents.
• The choice between two medical coverage options and two dental plans.
• Company paid coverage for employees and dependents for on-demand primary medical care.
• Health savings account with company contribution provided.
• Health care, limited purpose, and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Company paid short-term, long-term, life and AD&D insurance plans.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance plans.
• Paid parental leave in addition to state parental leave benefits.
• 401K retirement plan and up to 5% match of annual.
• Commuting benefits for transit through a fully paid, company issued ORCA card.
• Annual discretionary performance bonus.
• Company purchased iPhone or monthly phone reimbursement.
• Fitness membership reimbursement.
• Annual charitable donation matching.
• Opportunity to purchase company stock when offered and eligible.
• Paid professional development opportunities.
• Voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance.
• Voluntary Norton LifeLock ID Theft Protection.
• Generous paid time off including flexible personal holidays, vacation, and sick time.

About the Firm

Founded in 1955, OAC provides public and private multi-disciplinary, building consulting services. OAC delivers comprehensive program management, applying proven management techniques to the planning, design, and construction of a project from inception to completion. OAC's building enclosure team designs efficient, complete, and sustainable building enclosure systems. The Forensic Architecture and Engineering practice at OAC provide investigation, repair design, and expert witness consulting on construction litigation and insurance claims.

The future is bright as we continue to expand - check out our website for more: http://oacsvcs.com/who-we-are/oac-careers/

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $119,500/year up to $166,000/year. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

OAC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, caste, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@oacsvcs.com.

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