Volkert Inc.

Project Manager

Volkert Inc. • $90K — $120K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering or related field.
  • 7-10 years of experience in vertical structure projects.
  • Strong project management or estimator background in construction.
  • Broad construction management experience from architectural, engineering, or contracting roles.
  • Preferred licensure as RA and/or certifications like LEED AP, AIA, NCARB, or PE in Louisiana.
  • Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as main contact for clients and consultants during project execution.
  • Prepare and review a comprehensive Project Execution Plan (PEP).
  • Conduct project kick-off meetings and maintain daily field personnel communication.
  • Manage project monitoring through regular staff meetings and progress reports.
  • Develop project documents for quality control and oversee budgets and schedules.
  • Ensure efficient communication of project changes and approvals.
  • Evaluate scope changes and negotiate necessary adjustments with clients.

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and statutory holidays.
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
  • Incentives for wellness programs.
  • Student debt retirement matching.
  • Additional voluntary benefits available.
Full Job Description
We are currently searching for an experienced Project Manager to support our Program Management department within our Southwest Region located in Texas.

To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering or related field and 7-10 years working on vertical structure projects.

What you'll be doing:

Project Execution

  • Acts as the company representative with the client, internal subconsultants, and third-party consultants and contractors during the program execution.
  • Prepares a Project Execution Plan (PEP) that identifies the project team organization, specific task or phases, and all work to complete the project. The PEP outlines a schedule to ensure the project is completed on time and develops an estimate and schedule of the manpower required.
  • Holds a project kick-off meeting to review the PEP with project team members.
  • Ensure Quality Control reviews are conducted and documented.
  • Notifies accounting when the project is ready for the closure cycle and ensures all files and documents are retained in accordance with corporate policy.
  • Maintains daily contact with field personnel during all field activities.


Project Monitoring and Review

  • Maintains direct contact with clients on a continuing basis to address technical and scheduling issues.
  • Conducts project staff meetings to review progress and improve communication and coordination.
  • Participates in the month-end project review that coincides with monthly billing and status reports.
  • Prepares and presents a detailed project review for the Group Manager.
  • Monitors and reports progress toward project milestones associated with the design, bid, and construction phases of assigned projects.
  • Prepares and issues a monthly project progress report.
  • Reviews Revenue Summary Reports monthly.
  • Maintains accurate documentation of job progress through daily logs and other reports.


Project Control

  • Develops project documents, processes, and procedures required to support quality control and final project deliverables.
  • Aids in the development, implementation, and maintenance of master budgets and schedules.
  • Ensures that all technical design changes are approved to conform to the standards, systems and procedures as prescribed by the requirements of the project.
  • Collaborates with the Operations Manager and other Project Managers to resolve scheduling or technical issues.
  • Ensures proper documentation and timely communication of requests for information (RFIs), architectural supplemental instructions (ASIs), contract addenda, shop drawings and submittals, change order requests, and other project and program communications.
  • Reviews and approves schedules of values, payment applications, and change order requests on behalf of the owner and/or client.
  • Maintains project files and document archive using web-based project management information system (PMIS) and other project management software.
  • Evaluates the effect of scope changes on project budgets and schedules, then negotiates with the client to increase fees required to accommodate such scope changes as necessary.
  • Reviews, approves, and provides necessary documentation for invoicing in a timely manner.
  • Maintains client accounts including collection of Accounts Receivable (AR's).
  • Anticipates problems and works with clients, architects/engineers, contractors, field personnel to identify and implement corrective actions.
  • Keeps client informed of the day-to-day project activities.


What you need to have:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience.
  • Project Management and/or Estimator experience in construction projects, or experience in overseeing/managing facilities, are important.
  • A broad construction management background and project/program management experience on similar project types; can come from work experience as an architect/engineer, contractor, and/or facilities manager.
  • Preference for RA licensure and/or certifications such as LEED AP, AIA, NCARB or Professional Engineering (PE) in the State of Louisiana.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
  • Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)


Key Benefits:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits


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About Volkert Inc.

Volkert Inc. is an engineering consulting firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning, environmental engineering, and construction management. The company was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Volkert serves clients in a variety of industries, including transportation, energy, and water resources. The company has a reputation for delivering high-quality work and has received numerous awards for its projects. Volkert is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Volkert Inc.
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1925
* Ladders Estimates

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