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Architectural/Engineering Project Manager

CSRS, a Westwood company, New Orleans, Louisiana, United States, 70123

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Project Manager

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for managing the entirety of planning, procurement, design, construction, supplemental services, and project closeout processes for renovation and new construction projects. The PM performs a broad range of tasks with the focus of keeping projects on schedule and on budget. The PM produces accurate and timely reports on project development and execution for all relevant parties. The PM serves as the representative coordinating all parties to ensure the successful completion of projects. Assuming the projects assigned to the PM are funded through a federally funded program, the PM will track grant eligible and ineligible expenses throughout the life of the project. The PM provides detailed and timely reports on progress and status of the project, and provides expert advice and assistance on complex project execution issues, coordinate their resolution, and perform other assignments as required.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Manages architectural or engineering projects from the Programming phase through construction. Reviews and approves procurement packages for design and supplemental professional services and ensures the procurements departments has all required documentation. Facilitates design review meetings, project coordination meetings, pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, and construction meetings. Attends bid openings. Reviews Architecture/Engineering (A/E) bid tabulations, and coordinates the resolution of any issues. Reviews all A/E consultant payment applications for acceptability. Reviews the design scope, plans and specs and provides feedback and coordinates with them on any needed or recommended revisions. Assist the owner with evaluation of scope changes. Reviews and assists in cost estimates. Makes routine site visits with the A/E and contractor to evaluate progress, performance, and compliance. Evaluates change order proposals (scope of work and costs) for changes or additions, reviewing for scope and cost reasonableness. Identifies potential project risks and develops mitigation strategies, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the client's satisfaction. Reviews and makes recommendations on invoices for all services related to the delivery of the project(s). Maintains comprehensive project documentation in accordance with 'The CSRS Way' best practices, ensuring all decisions, progress, and key milestones are accurately recorded and accessible to stakeholders. Participates in the review and approval of Final Inspections of completed work. Coordinates with grant managers frequently so they can ensure funding compliance. Assists in project closeout preparations. Reviews final as-built records produced by the A/E for compliance and filing. Coordinates with all necessary third-party agencies (such as DOTD, USACE, utilities, etc.) Leads purposeful meetings with clear agendas and action items to ensure progress, accountability, and alignment with project objectives. Coordinates with Program Director and Client Manager to provide timely project updates and ensure alignment with client expectations. Work autonomously, as well as participate in a highly collaborative team environment Maintain a high level of performance in a fast-paced environment, adapting to and overcoming changing priorities and deadlines Ensures that all projects are delivered with a client-centric approach, aligning with 'The CSRS Way' of exceeding client expectations through clear communication, responsiveness, and proactive problem-solving Implements quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes to ensure compliance with internal standards, client specifications, and industry regulations throughout the project lifecycle. Review all design phases of contract documents. Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of contract terms, conditions, and obligations, ensuring all project activities are aligned with contractual requirements to manage risk and protect the interests of both the client and the company.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture or Engineering. 5 years of experience with construction, architecture, or engineering project management. General knowledge of means and methods of construction and Building Codes and regulations. Proficient in basic Microsoft Office Products, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel. Great verbal and written communication, analytical, business, customer service, and decision-making skills. Exhibit exceptional standards for quality and a strong attention to detail. Ability to effectively communicate with A/E Design Teams and Contractor. General knowledge of AIA Documents, specifically, but not limited to B101, A101 and A201. General knowledge of Construction Documents and Specifications. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Strong leadership, client management and project coordination abilities. Ability to cultivate relationships, both inside and out of the office. Professional drive, passion and self-direction.

Preferred Qualifications

PE or Architecture license. Experience working on federally funded projects and with grants managers.

CSRS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Seniority level

Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type

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