Senior Project Manager

Company: Society for College and University Planning
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 4, 2025

Job Description:

The senior project manager oversees and manages large-scale projects within B&D's higher education sphere. Responsible for project managers, on-site staff, and prospective project managers working on specific campus design and construction projects, focusing on technical quality assurance and leadership skills. The senior project manager is typically the primary interface with the client and is charged with effectively managing that relationship and engaging in business development opportunities.Position Responsibilities

• Manages a portfolio of higher education capital construction assignments. Closely monitors his/her assignments and ensures successful and timely completion of project management tasks and responsibilities.
• Directs, supervises, and manages the performance of multiple project teams.
• Monitors and evaluates staff performance, rewarding or correcting behavior(s) as appropriate. Ensures that appropriate written documentation on employee performance is maintained.
• Manages client service's financial and accounting requirements, including scope development and pricing, client invoicing and collection activities, and account reconciliation and close-out. Ensures that receivables are accurate payments and are kept current.
• Serves as the primary client contact and trusted advisor, communicating as needed to ensure appropriate information sharing and follow-through.
• Actively participates in B&D's business development efforts, including assisting with marketing activities, cultivating new opportunities, nurturing existing client relationships, presenting at conferences, writing articles, and participating in interviews.
• Maintains and stores all records, research, and data related to assigned projects. Ensures the firm's legal and fiduciary responsibilities are well managed.
• Directs quality control and client satisfaction activities specific to his/her assigned projects.
• Actively assists with the recruitment and training of new staff.
• Participates in all appropriate staff meetings and training programs.
• Assists with the company's research and development efforts by identifying new analytical tools, strengthening existing tools and models, or discovering improved business methods.
• Performs other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor or owners.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesThe senior project manager will manage a team of project managers or other staff on a project-by-project basis.Required Qualifications
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, real estate management, or related field.
• Minimum ten years of full-time construction administration, pre-construction, construction management, implementation-based consulting, or related experience on complex multi-phase projects and/or projects over $30M.
• Proven experience in leading a small team of employees.
• A valid driver's license for travel in the United States is required.
• Willingness to travel up to 33% of weekly hours.
• Familiarity with A/E and Construction Contract Language.
• Experience developing design key performance indicators.
• Development and management of full project cost and budget tracking tools and processes.
• Familiarity working with AE and DM project schedules and sequencing documents.
• Familiarity with standard construction logistics and constructability considerations.
• Experience with navigating building codes and governmental approval processes.
• Understanding cost and labor trends and their relation to project estimate reviews.
• Knowledge of project delivery methods and an ability to advise clients on their applicability.
• Experience soliciting project teams and third-party vendors, i.e., Architects, CMs, Geotech's Surveyors, etc.
• Familiarity with QA/QC processes and tools.
• Ability to perform basic periodic design reviews.
• Comprehensive understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple projects of significant scale.
• Ability to be productive in a fast-paced, multi-dimensional work environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent group facilitation and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, gender identity, cultural, disability, and ethical backgrounds.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong understanding of real estate, finance, and accounting principles.
• Demonstrated commitment to client satisfaction and ethical business practices.
• Proven adaptability, flexibility, and creativity.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive within a team structure.
• Aptitude and desire for mentoring and training project staff.Why work with us?We lead the planning, development, and management of the places that shape and strengthen our communities. At B&D, you can make a meaningful impact on the communities around you while advancing your career. We strongly believe that for you to invest your career in us, we must also invest in YOU. That's why B&D offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes 100% company-paid medical, prescription, and dental insurance premiums for employees and their children. Our benefits package includes vision insurance, company-paid contribution to 401(K), paid time off, employee assistance programs, cell phone reimbursement, and much more! At B&D, we prioritize growth opportunities, diversity and inclusion, mentorship programs, and work/life balance. Does it get better than this? We don't think so, and if you agree, we encourage you to apply with us today. We are excited to meet you.
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