Construction Project Manager

Summary
Arcadis is seeking a Construction Project Manager with expertise in facility design, engineering and construction management within life sciences, pharma and biotech industries. The Project Manager will be pivotal in overseeing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to high-quality standards for safe and successful outcomes. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of projects ranging from $5M to $25M TIC, with a focus on field execution. This on-site role is based in Western, NC, emphasizing the importance of hands-on project management

Key Responsibilities

• On-site main point of contact for client
• Work with Safety, CMT, and Subcontractors to plan early and mitigate risk
• Oversee the safety of all assigned employees and subcontractors to ensure the safe execution of all activities, including strict adherence to company safety policies and programs through communication and enforcement
• Prepare and finalize the Project Execution Plan
• Assist in hiring subcontractors/vendors, including negotiations, sub-agreements, material agreements, and PO’s.
• Complete understanding of the contract, including contractual obligations and the owner’s obligations
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Ensure timely notices to the owner to protect Arcadis’s interests regarding extra work, design changes, delays, impacts, etc.
• Manage design/construction resources
• Compile reports regarding financial, schedule, and production reports for the Project Executive
• Ensure the project delivers a quality product meeting DPS’s high quality standard
• Prepare and coordinate payments from the owner and ensure timely payments
• Manage the project budget
• Maintain strong relationships with Superintendents and Construction Managers that may be working on the project.
• Work with Superintendent to perform construction manager responsibilities on jobs not requiring PM, CM, and Superintendent
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, designers, and consultants
• Knowledge of craft jurisdictions
• Capable of motivating and instilling teamwork in all project areas

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10 years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Life Sciences experience a plus
• OSHA 30
• Excellent verbal, written and communications skills
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence
• Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently.
• Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner
• Highly motivated, well organized, and shows professional initiative
• This position will work in an office, or construction site
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Teams, Deltek, Procore, Bluebeam, NavisWorks

The Company
DPS Group is a global EPCM firm offering full-service solutions within the Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical technology) and Advanced Technology (semiconductor, data center, and solar) industries. DPS is dedicated to delivering successful projects with a ‘client-first’ mentality and personal touch across a range of market sectors: Project and Program Management, Procurement, Design, Construction Management, Health and Safety Management, Commissioning, Qualification, and Start-up.

DPS Engineering Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. DPS does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by country, regional or local law.

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