Senior Construction Project Manager

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. At NV5, we are a team of talented professionals, engineers, and consultants who are builders, problem solvers, and champions for both our communities and clients. Our mission is to empower every employee who strives to make a lasting, positive impact for the future of our communities.

Our Owner's Representative group focuses on understanding our clients' needs and providing exceptional service in a dynamic and flexible atmosphere. NV5 serves industries including hospitality, education, healthcare, municipal, housing, industrial, office, and multi-family. We partner with clients to deliver results by following our business principles of Creative Problem Solving, Collaboration, Integrity, Accountability, Transparency and Client-Centered Focus.

As the client's trusted project managers, we oversee all aspects of vertical construction projects, from design coordination to on-site supervision. Our team ensures seamless communication among stakeholders, streamlines workflow processes, and closely monitors progress to ensure adherence to schedules and budgets. Owners can rest assured knowing that their project is in capable hands, leading to a smoother construction process and instilling confidence in our ability to deliver quality results.

THE OPPORTUNITY

NV5's Owner's Rep Group is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Project Manager with a strong focus on project controls, scheduling, and project team leadership. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining various aspects of our projects, ensuring they are executed efficiently, on time, and within budget. If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for project management and a strong background in project controls, scheduling, and cost estimation, we encourage you to apply.

The ideal candidate will have a background or degree in engineering, architecture, and/or construction management with a minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience, preferably in public work.

Client Engagement:

Engage with clients as the primary contact for the NV5 project team.
• Interact with client executives in all aspects of project delivery.

Team Leadership:

• Lead project teams on behalf of NV5 clients.
• Assemble and manage internal and external project teams including planners, public agencies, architects, consulting engineers, contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Lead the development of projects from inception to completion by defining scope, schedule, and budget in alignment with client strategic goals.
• Manage and provide mentorship and guidance to junior Project Managers and/or cohort staff, overseeing their development and ensuring successful project execution.

Procurement Leadership:

• Develop and evaluate RFPs, public and private bid documents, and contracts.
• Assist in the process of determining requirements for and lead the process of obtaining permits, entitlements, and other requirements of Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

Scheduling:

• Develop and maintain project schedules using industry-standard software (e.g., Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project).
• Monitor project progress and identify potential schedule risks.
• Provide clients with strategies to optimize project timelines.

Cost Control:

• Monitor project expenditures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Track project expenditures and submit/recommend to client for payment.
• Develop, maintain and report scope, schedule and budget status throughout the project, including review and recommendation of all project invoices.
• Ultimately responsible for internal NV5 project controls and performance, such as fees and proposals, staffing, invoicing, accounts receivable, and client satisfaction.

Project Control:

• Review and monitor design and construction document preparation from concept design through final completion, including review of change-management documents.
• Develop and monitor project organizational and administrative systems.
• Create and maintain, or monitor, comprehensive project documentation.
• Regularly inspect and document, and monitor design team, construction observations.

Other:

• Contribute to the proposal writing process in pursuit of new business.
• Manage and provide mentorship and guidance to junior Project Managers and/or cohort staff, overseeing their development and ensuring successful project execution.
• Collaborate on the development of in-house training for staff.
• Assist with developing new business.

• A qualified candidate for this position will have10 years of project management experience, preferably in public work.
• Background or degree in engineering, architecture, and/or construction management.
• Proven experience in a senior leadership role, preferably in a related industry, providing oversight for junior project managers.
• Proven experience with MGL. Chapter 149, 149A, 30 procurement.
• Exceptional time management and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Cost estimating, scheduling, financial management, and budgeting expertise is strongly preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to travel as needed to meet with clients and attend industry events.
• Experience with MS Office, Bluebeam, scheduling software, and budget management software is required.
• Ability to work both independently and collaborate effectively with other members of the project team.
• Must always conduct themselves in a professional manner.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.