Project Manager

Position Title: Project Manager 

Position Location:  Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States 

Job Summary 

The Project Manager is accountable for supporting all aspects of a project.  This person will work as part of the project team and interact closely with the owner, designers, contractors, subcontractors and other trades on projects in mission critical environments. 

On a per project basis, the role will include managing the design and construction administration phases of projects including performing site visits, leading and representing DLB in client meetings, coordinating with internal and external members, and general project overhead tasks.   

The Project Manager will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments.  Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope.  Will work independently or under limited supervision.  

The Project Manager will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.   

Essential Functions 

Manage all Elements of Routine and Complex Projects (50%) 

• Drive project design from inception (site acquisition) through design and construction 

• Develop owner project requirements (OPR) and initial space planning efforts / schematic design  

• Represent DLB at site visits including existing condition surveys and punchlists 

• Evaluate and review subcontractor proposals and provide recommendations on contract award 

• Lead pre-construction elements including project initiation, kickoff, RFIs and submittals 

• Coordinate resource and material forecasting 

• Develop, manage and monitor schedule  

• Lead project meetings  

• Coordinate / perform QA / QC plans and specifications to ensure completion in accordance with the project scope and appropriate guidelines and manuals 

• Oversee / coordinate subconsultant activities  

• Develop cost and time schedules for proposed work with the assistance of project team.  Assign and schedule duties to project team members. 

• Coordinate or oversee start-up, cutover, pre-functional or functional testing and project closeout  

Monitor and Control Project Financials (25%) 

• Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall accountability for the profitability of the project 

• Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required 

• Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines 

• Accountable for development of cost schedules / schedules of value for client progress billing 

Manage Stakeholder Relations (20%) 

• Lead preparation of proposals, presentations and the overall marketing efforts of the firm 

• Lead the promotion of the firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients 

• Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects 

• Primary contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships 

• Ensure client satisfaction through active communication 

Administrative (5%) 

• Review and distribute daily reporting  

• Accountable for project contract administration