J.A. Watts, Inc.
Description
J. A. Watts, Inc. (JWI) is a woman‑owned professional services firm that believes in treating its clients and employees like family at every level of our company. Our family culture is what we’re known for, and we work to stay true to who we are. That’s how we manage our projects and how we recruit the best people in our industry. Our clients come from all walks of life, and so do we, which makes us stronger together.
This role is responsible for understanding the overall project scope and managing all aspects of assigned project(s) including oversight of planning, design, procurement, construction, closeout, stakeholder coordination, scheduling, cost control, and quality functions. The Project Manager will lead by example and personify the Company’s Mission, Vision, and Values, taking ownership of their assigned project(s). Our Project Manager will support baggage handling system projects as part of a larger program at the airport. This Project Manager will work on‑site at the Tampa airport. Prior baggage handling system is helpful but not required for this Project Manager role.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the adherence and utilization of the JWI Playbook in delivering all projects
Establish clear lines of reporting within the project and team organization and define clear roles and responsibilities for the team members to increase efficiencies and to reduce duplication of effort
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications
Ensure effective communication is always maintained within the team structure and with Senior Management
Understand the JWI contract details, and responsibilities
Responsible for collaborating with clients, sub‑consultants, and contractors to define work procedures and resolve complaints and construction problems
Manage project staff and jobsite construction activities
Investigate potential jobsite situations and implement corrective measures as necessary
Proactively develop contingency plans to mitigate potential project risk
Responsible for all financial aspects of project contracts, including total project budget, labor, expenses and staffing projections, to protect the company’s interest
Foster and maintain a positive working relationship with clients
Write technical documents, testing plans, and proposals
Assemble and distribute meeting minutes
Ensure project documentation is maintained on a regular basis
Complete weekly and monthly reports concerning work progress, costs and scheduling
Develop a preliminary project schedule, coordinate schedule updates and distribute internally and externally, receive, analyze and monitor the contractor’s schedule for level of detail, accuracy and logic
Define project scope based upon project objectives
Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings
Schedule and lead project meetings such as weekly and OAC meetings
Responsible for interviewing, recommending, and negotiating contractual service agreements
Prepare and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Provide guidance, direction, and oversight to junior level Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on assigned projects
Responsible for ensuring that project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
Prepare and monitor punch list items; manage the close out process to completion
Produce and review design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Ensure the timely submission, review and approval of timesheets and expense reports
Perform other duties as may be required/directed
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture or engineering, or equivalent work experience; PMP a plus
3+ years of project management experience, preferably in engineering, construction management, or program management; experience in airport projects or large scale projects ($300M+)
Experience in project documentation during the construction phase of a project (RFIs, submittals, etc.)
General knowledge of contract management and budgeting/estimating
Advanced interpersonal, managerial, administrative, and organizational skills, including the ability to negotiate and resolve conflict
Highly proficient oral and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong ability to balance multiple priorities, work and communicate effectively in a team environment to meet deadlines
Active participation in industry organizations a plus
Experience using MS Office suite and industry related project management software
Company Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and family
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options available
Company‑provided group life, short and long‑term disability, and voluntary life options
Matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Student debt repayment resources available
ID Theft protection
Professional development and tuition assistance
Company-sponsored social events
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industry
Professional Services
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This role is responsible for understanding the overall project scope and managing all aspects of assigned project(s) including oversight of planning, design, procurement, construction, closeout, stakeholder coordination, scheduling, cost control, and quality functions. The Project Manager will lead by example and personify the Company’s Mission, Vision, and Values, taking ownership of their assigned project(s). Our Project Manager will support baggage handling system projects as part of a larger program at the airport. This Project Manager will work on‑site at the Tampa airport. Prior baggage handling system is helpful but not required for this Project Manager role.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for the adherence and utilization of the JWI Playbook in delivering all projects
Establish clear lines of reporting within the project and team organization and define clear roles and responsibilities for the team members to increase efficiencies and to reduce duplication of effort
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications
Ensure effective communication is always maintained within the team structure and with Senior Management
Understand the JWI contract details, and responsibilities
Responsible for collaborating with clients, sub‑consultants, and contractors to define work procedures and resolve complaints and construction problems
Manage project staff and jobsite construction activities
Investigate potential jobsite situations and implement corrective measures as necessary
Proactively develop contingency plans to mitigate potential project risk
Responsible for all financial aspects of project contracts, including total project budget, labor, expenses and staffing projections, to protect the company’s interest
Foster and maintain a positive working relationship with clients
Write technical documents, testing plans, and proposals
Assemble and distribute meeting minutes
Ensure project documentation is maintained on a regular basis
Complete weekly and monthly reports concerning work progress, costs and scheduling
Develop a preliminary project schedule, coordinate schedule updates and distribute internally and externally, receive, analyze and monitor the contractor’s schedule for level of detail, accuracy and logic
Define project scope based upon project objectives
Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings
Schedule and lead project meetings such as weekly and OAC meetings
Responsible for interviewing, recommending, and negotiating contractual service agreements
Prepare and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors
Provide guidance, direction, and oversight to junior level Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on assigned projects
Responsible for ensuring that project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
Prepare and monitor punch list items; manage the close out process to completion
Produce and review design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
Ensure the timely submission, review and approval of timesheets and expense reports
Perform other duties as may be required/directed
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture or engineering, or equivalent work experience; PMP a plus
3+ years of project management experience, preferably in engineering, construction management, or program management; experience in airport projects or large scale projects ($300M+)
Experience in project documentation during the construction phase of a project (RFIs, submittals, etc.)
General knowledge of contract management and budgeting/estimating
Advanced interpersonal, managerial, administrative, and organizational skills, including the ability to negotiate and resolve conflict
Highly proficient oral and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
Strong ability to balance multiple priorities, work and communicate effectively in a team environment to meet deadlines
Active participation in industry organizations a plus
Experience using MS Office suite and industry related project management software
Company Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and family
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account options available
Company‑provided group life, short and long‑term disability, and voluntary life options
Matching 401(k) retirement plan
Paid time off and holidays
Student debt repayment resources available
ID Theft protection
Professional development and tuition assistance
Company-sponsored social events
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
Industry
Professional Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at J.A. Watts, Inc. by 2x
Tampa, FL $180,000 - $200,000 2 months ago
Tampa, FL $116,480 - $158,080 2 months ago
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