Leo A Daly

Senior Project Manager, Engineering

Leo A Daly • $90K — $120K *
Omaha, NE 68104In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of total experience in project management, preferably in Architecture-Engineering-Construction industry or Owner/Facilities Management
  • 5+ years of managing complex projects
  • Proficient in Deltek VantagePoint, Bluebeam, and MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Strong client management and conflict resolution skills
  • Knowledge of current construction methods and various project delivery processes
  • Exceptional time management and organizational skills
  • Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, engineering, or construction management preferred

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical expert in project management
  • Establish and define project scope with clients
  • Identify risks and create proactive mitigation plans
  • Coordinate fee preparation with project discipline leaders
  • Lead project kick-off and regular team meetings
  • Monitor project team's progress against plans
  • Foster positive relations with clients and subcontractors

Benefits

  • Collaborative design culture that values diverse perspectives
  • Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship
  • Focus on creating impactful work that benefits communities
  • Support for reasonable accommodations during the hiring process
  • Commitment to diversity and equal employment opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

Senior Project Managers are responsible to drive results by coordinating the workload of the project team through all project stages to complete documents within project scope, on schedule, and meeting the client's and Company's budgets. This position requires involvement with the management, production, and coordination of several projects concurrently. Senior Project Managers lead the project teams of large projects with a high degree of technical complexity using all project delivery methods. Senior Project Managers must exhibit excellent client relationship skills and are expected to be involved with marketing, proposal development, contract negotiation, and production meetings. Senior Project Managers must work collaboratively with individuals throughout the organization with a strong team-oriented approach.

Job Responsibilities
  • Serves as a technical expert in project management to plan the design process and solve problems of large scope and complexity
  • Establishes project scope with the client
  • Identifies project related risks and proactively plans for their mitigation
  • Coordinates with the project team discipline leaders regarding fee preparation
  • Prepares fee proposals
  • Prepares and negotiates client and subcontractor contracts
  • Develops schedules and project plans
  • Leads project kick off and regular project team meetings
  • Communicates relevant information with the project team
  • Monitors the project team's progress against plan
  • Ensures all project deliverables go through a detailed technical QA/QC review
  • Monitors subconsultant work progress against contract
  • Maintains frequent contact with the client
  • Identifies changes in scope to prepare and coordinate requests for additional services
  • Fosters positive relations with clients, subcontractors, and contractors
  • Resolves project related disputes in a prompt, professional manner
  • Coordinates project billing with the accounting department
  • Monitors the collection of fees from clients
  • Provides feedback to the Director of Operations regarding performance and work quality of project teammates
  • Mentors and encourages the development of teammates
  • Assists the Director of Operations to develop training and educational opportunities for less experienced project managers
  • Assesses and recommends improvements relative to project management software and procedures


Requirements

Required Education & Experience
  • Professional expertise demonstrated through 15+ years total experience and 5+ years managing projects in the Architecture-Engineering-Construction industry or in an Owner/Facilities Management setting
  • Proficiency with Deltek VantagePoint, Bluebeam, and MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project)
  • Proven ability developing meaningful professional relationships, working with a variety of personalities, and resolving conflicts with a sense of urgency
  • Working knowledge of current construction materials and methods and variety of project delivery and contracting processes
  • Excellent time management, prioritization, and organization skills with the ability to become involved in and remain current on issues relating to a number of concurrent projects in various stages
  • Ability to work collaboratively with individuals throughout the organization with a strong team-oriented approach
  • Exceptional client management, customer service orientation, writing and presentation skills
  • Strong leadership, problem solving, and decision-making skills
  • Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-design discipline team.

Preferred Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in the field of architecture, interior design, engineering, or construction management
  • Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, or PPM
  • Experience leading large client user groups through a project design process


About Leo A Daly

Leo A Daly is an architecture, engineering, planning, and interior design firm. The company was founded in 1915 by Leo A Daly Sr. and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska. Leo A Daly has completed projects in over 91 countries and has offices in the United States, Asia, and the Middle East. The company's projects include commercial, government, healthcare, hospitality, and transportation facilities. Leo A Daly is committed to sustainable design and has received numerous awards and recognition for its innovative and environmentally responsible projects.
Learn more about Leo A Daly
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
* Ladders Estimates

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