Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager | Daniel O’Connell’s Sons

Department:
Operations

Job Status:
Full Time

About Daniel O’Connell’s Sons

Our mission is to be recognized as one of the top construction leaders with a diverse, compelling, and cohesive work environment, a problem-solving ally that transcends any risk or challenge, and an innovative role model that propels our industry and world forward.

When you join the DOC team, you will be part of a team-oriented organization, where collaboration is the norm. We emphasize the exploration of better ways of building our projects, including innovative techniques and delivery methods that will move our industry forward. Come join us as we chart the course for our future.

Daniel O’Connell’s Sons (DOC) has been in continuous successful operation since its founding in 1879. Headquartered in Holyoke, Massachusetts, our geographic footprint includes offices in Milford, MA, New Haven, CT, Kingston, NY, and Miami Lakes, FL. We offer a full range of preconstruction and construction management, general contracting, and project planning services for building and heavy/civil work to public and private sector clients. By having these two sides to our business, we have the opportunity to work in different markets — giving us a breadth and depth of experience that allows us to take on more complex, special projects for our clients.

Position Summary

Daniel O’Connell’s Sons is seeking a Senior Project Manager with a minimum of ten years of construction experience. This individual will be ultimately responsible for the day-to-day execution, project controls, project engineering, cost, risk, and business management of multiple projects. You will be responsible for coordinating and leading internal project teams, trade partners, and clients throughout the preconstruction, construction, and turnover of the projects. This position will lead the efforts in the creation and adherence to project timelines, project budgets, trade partner contracts and negotiations, and internal and external project reporting.

Management will be of commercial/public projects within our core markets: institutional and commercial buildings, specialized industrial construction, infrastructure, and heavy construction. The Senior Project Manager will report to the designated Project Executive and work closely with all members of the project team.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the planning and scheduling of multiple projects.
• Financial management of projects, including responsibility for Owner Pay Applications, Cost Reports, Production Reports, and Cost & Revenue Projections.
• Oversee and manage the field staff/operations team assigned to projects.
• Complete project buy-out and procurement; including scope review and negotiation, issuance of Subcontracts and Purchase Orders, required submittals, delivery tracking, and subcontractor and vendor management.
• Monitor construction progress and work collaboratively with superintendents to resolve any operational issues.
• Collaborate and communicate with preconstruction teams, owners, architects, engineers, and trade partners; develop and maintain relationships with all project stakeholders.
• Conduct or represent the company in all project-related meetings and provide all required reports and documentation to ensure all partners are informed of project status and potential issues.
• Coordinate and communicate with other DOC departments as required; to include BIM, Scheduling, MEP, and Estimating.
• Lead the establishment and implementation of project-specific safety goals and ensure compliance of DOC and subcontractor staff with project safety requirements.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Position Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of all major construction methods and procedures.
• Extensive management experience; including financial, team leadership, and negotiation skills.
• Strong listening and communication skills, including the ability to resolve conflict diplomatically.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Ability to create and support team morale.
• A strong work ethic and a “can-do” attitude.

Education & Experience

• Extensive knowledge of construction practices and procedures.
• Four-year engineering degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• 10 years’ experience in a construction project management role or related functions plus the willingness to learn and continuously improve processes are required.
• Experience in a supervisory role with a demonstrated history of decision-making/problem-solving skills are essential.
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software (Procore or similar), accounting cost management software (Sage or similar), and scheduling software (Primavera or similar).
• OSHA 30 Certification is required, LEED Certification, Lean Certification, CPR/First Aid Training is a plus.

Working Conditions

The working conditions of this position require the employee to work both inside and outside, traverse a construction site, utilizing stairs, ladders, etc., and utilize personal protective equipment.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Work-Life Balance: generous vacation and sick time, holidays, and flexibility to help everyone achieve the right mix
• Fitness and Wellness Programs and Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Retirement Savings with 401k match
• Disability and Life Insurance

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a cover letter on Job Openings - DOC

Other Requirements

Employees are expected to adhere to the equal employment opportunity policies and practices of Daniel O’Connell’s Sons in order to ensure that all employees are treated equally and that no distinctions are made in rates of pay, opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfer because of an employee’s age, color, race, religious belief, sex, sexual orientation, handicap, or national origin. Equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability (including physical, mental, intellectual, and learning disabilities), pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, AIDS/HIV, sickle cell trait, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, military status, marital status, or any other classification protected under state or federal law.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to do this job. The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.

External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act must be able to perform the essential job functions (as listed) either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation to be determined by management on a case-by-case basis.