Senior Construction Project Manager - Government

Turner & Townsend • $130K — $160K *
Portland, OR 97229In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
4 days ago
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Qualifications

  • Public sector experience in Oregon, specifically in criminal justice or public safety facilities, with solid client references.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams while maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Expert in Oregon public procurement practices and compliance, with capacity to train others.
  • Proven background in managing complex capital projects from planning to closeout.
  • Strong knowledge of project management principles including estimating, scheduling, and cost control.
  • Experience in consultant/contractor procurement processes, including scope development and performance management.
  • Ability to independently manage multiple projects ensuring adherence to scope, budget, schedule, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee estimating, scheduling, and cost control for large construction projects.
  • Ensure all project authorizations and funding are secured prior to activity commencement; manage cash flow and financial performance.
  • Monitor compliance with jurisdictional approvals, codes, and standards throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Drive timely completion of punch list and project closeout activities.
  • Provide overall project management including cost control, quality assurance, and schedule management from design through closeout.
  • Proactively identify potential project risks and implement alternative solutions.
  • Collaborate with various stakeholders, including client representatives and project teams, ensuring effective communication and coordination.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead large-scale projects within the public sector.
  • Exposure to complex capital projects and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Professional development opportunities including certification support (CCM and DBIA).
  • Dynamic work environment with potential changes based on client needs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team. The ideal individual will have prior experience supporting large-scale construction projects and possess strong people leadership skills along with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities
  • Knowledge of estimating, scheduling and cost control.
  • Thorough knowledge of RFI tracking, contract document control, forecast scheduling and costs, preparation of change order review, and review of payments.
  • Ability to be proactive and incorporate interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships.
  • Confirms that appropriate project authorization and funding is in place before activities begin; prepares cash flow projections and monitors financial performance.
  • Assures that all necessary jurisdictional approvals are obtained and that all applicable codes and standards are met.
  • Diligently pursues the timely completion of any punch list and project closeout activities.
  • Provides overall project cost control, schedule management and quality assurance for projects from the design phase through project closeout.
  • Anticipates potential problems that may jeopardize project success and identifies alternative solutions.
  • Assures that projects adhere to approved scope, are completed within budget, on schedule and at the prescribed level of quality. Maintains project records and produces various reports.
  • Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
  • Provides leadership to various individuals associated with each project.
  • Manages and/or coordinates activities of technical discipline team members, specialty consultants, construction inspectors, and project support staff.
  • Partners with planners during scope development, cost estimates and project scheduling and may assist maintenance and operation staff with warranty compliance.
  • Works closely with client representatives on a day-to-day basis.
  • Administers the process of selecting design professionals, consultants and contractors to design and construct projects; This includes preparing scopes of work, soliciting for services, evaluating credentials and interviewing potential contractors, evaluating references and past performance, and negotiating fees and services.
  • Maintains project records and produces various reports.
  • Maintains critical project information in an automated project management system on a continuous basis.
  • SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.


Qualifications
  • Public sector experience in Oregon (city, county, or government facilities), preferably supporting criminal justice or public safety facilities within the last 5 years with positive client references.
  • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor staff, and build long-standing client relationships with strong references.
  • Expertise in ORS and OAR compliance and Oregon public procurement practices, including ability to train others.
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex capital projects through full lifecycle (planning, design, construction, closeout).
  • Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, cost control, change management, and financial oversight (cash flow, forecasting, reporting).
  • Experience administering consultant/contractor procurement, including scope development, evaluation, negotiation, and performance management.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently while ensuring scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives are met.
  • Proficiency in project controls, document management systems, reporting, and maintaining accurate project records.
  • Strong understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory approvals processes.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder coordination, and relationship management skills across agencies and teams.
  • Proactive problem-solving, adaptability, and decision-making skills with attention to detail.
  • Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively in team-oriented environments and take initiative.
  • CCM and DBIA certifications, or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Education/Experience
  • A Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or related field.
  • Minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible related experience, which includes managing multi-million dollar construction projects.
  • Experience should also include managing A/E (design) consultant services and construction administration.
  • Must have been in a position, which demonstrates independent decision-making.


Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $130K-$160K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*

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