Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Manager / Whole Site Modernization to join our Southern California region in South San Diego, CA and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.
Overview
Execute onsite PM/CM Services as an owner's representative and provide comprehensive, education campus-wide upgrades that renovate existing educational facilities and construct new buildings to meet current educational standards, technological needs, and safety regulations. This position is client facing with state regulatory oversight of the Division of the State Architect (DSA). Overall whole site estimated construction project value could range from $50M to $200M.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides PM/CM Consultant Services for the owner on multiple k-12 projects
Ensures operations are executed in accordance with company project management procedures and policies
Ensures delivery and adherence to contractual requirements and that all aspects of owner contracts are accomplished
Manages the procurement phase and development of RFQs and RFPs
Oversight of contracts, drawings, estimates, and specifications to ensure relation and compliance with project requirements
Coordinates, directs, and monitors activities of contractors/subcontractors, engineers, architects, and related performing entities
Manages project controls, cost, schedule, performance activities, and procedures required by the client
Identifies and manages risk on the project, and advises and confers with regional executive prior to implementing risk mitigation actions
Actively participates in internal teams that focus on continuous improvement of the company
Ensures workplace health and safety policies and procedures are clearly communicated and understood by direct reports and enforces rules fairly and uniformly
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline is preferred
12 or more years of experience in the Design/Engineering/Construction (DEC) industry of which a minimum of 5 years as a Project Manager is required
Experience as a Project Manager with Design-build delivery method is needed
Experience with working in occupied space is needed
Experience managing multiple smaller projects simultaneously is desired
Knowledge and Skills
Effective presentation skills, ability to develop and deliver presentations to the end users, stakeholders, and board of education is required
Proficient user skills with the MS Suite of tools and Bluebeam are required
Working knowledge of standard industry tools such as P6 and Procore are strongly preferred
Effective verbal and written communication skills to foster and maintain interpersonal relationships is required
Provide leadership and financial management support to the project team is required
License and Certifications
A Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification is strongly desired
A LEED Professional Accreditation is preferred
A Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential is preferred
A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required
Travel Requirements
This position has oversight over 3 regional project locations in the same District in South San Diego area of California.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office, an office trailer, and/or in a construction jobsite environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.
ABOUT OUR COMPANY
Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchells core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas.
We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees' physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.
Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
The annual base salary range for this role is currently $160,000 - $190,000. The Company's salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company's discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.