McKissack & McKissack supports multiple education organizations as an owner’s representative on design and construction programs. This position would be supporting the US Virgin Islands Department of Education as the owner’s representative across a $3.5B FEMA funded program, expected to replace or modernize approximately 15 school facilities across the three US Virgin Islands: St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John, over the next ten years. As needed, this position may support other K-12 clients as well.
Full Position Description
McKissack & McKissack, an outgrowth of the oldest African American-owned architecture¬ engineering in the country, has a strong reputation for consistently delivering results on high-profile projects for government and private sector clients.
We are seeking leaders that exhibit the attributes of a great team player, Humble, Hungry and Smart:
- Humble: being of little ego; focusing more on their teammates than themselves.
- Hungry: strong work ethic and drive.
- Smart: what they say or do has a positive outcome on those around them.
Role Description:
The Senior Project Manager will serve as the project lead for one or multiple projects ranging from $50M to over $300M each. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for leading the owner’s representative/project management team in the planning, coordination, and execution of the design and construction of new and/or renovated school projects. This role requires a candidate with strong communication skills, technical expertise, and proven experience working closely with clients, project managers, general contractors, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Reporting To: Project Executive
Location: Hybrid (DC Office and USVI Travel)
Salary Range: $125k-$145k
Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision of a project or multiple projects to achieve owner’s vision
- Responsible for the development of the program/project plan to orchestrate projects, resources, timescales, monitoring and controls.
- Responsible for working with Owners in understanding the overarching structure, processes and procedures to accomplish objectives
- Responsible for developing metrics of success and deliverables –alignment entails top-down vision, goals, and objectives from business strategy flowing through to successful completion of projects for program objectives.
- Responsible for optimization of performance across program platforms to achieve the best functional and technical value
- Management of all program or project financial elements to include budgets, estimates, change management, and overall cost control
- Maintain data quality in all aspects of the program / project.
- Maximize the efficiency and proper use of all project software
- Perform all controlled distribution of printed and electronic information including drawings, specifications, and addenda etc. for the project
- Develop and run daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly processes and reports as required.
- Provide assistance to McKissack management as requested and needed.
- Daily interaction with McKissack staff at all levels.
- Responsible for the confidentially and non-disclosure of McKissack information.
- Provide superior internal and external customer service
- Responsible for assisting with business development initiatives, proposal development which may include assisting with plans, specifications, and financial terms.
- Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor
- Develop strong working relationships with client points of contact, government agencies, contractors and consultants.
- Manage effectively.
- Lead the owner’s representative project management team, including subconsultants, to achieve overall project goals.
- Leads all pre-construction coordination including conducting design reviews, evaluating value engineering options, navigating permitting processes, facilitating community engagement meetings, etc.
- Review and develop project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
- Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status.
- Prepare and submit project reports and documentation, including monthly reports, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Collaborate with team members and work pro-actively to resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during design or construction.
- Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with owners' policies, procedures, and industry standards.
- Interact daily with the client to interpret their needs and requirements and consistently represent the Owner’s interest in meetings and in the field.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction project management or a similar role/experience.
- Strong knowledge of design and construction process, methods, materials, and regulations.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and multi-faceted team environment.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or other relevant certifications is a plus.
- Experience with projects using federal funding is a plus.
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Company-paid holidays
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
McKissack & McKissack is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
McKissack & McKissack is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
