Senior Project Manager
Company: J.A. Watts, Incorporated
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 3, 2024
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Job Description:
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/program scope and
managing all aspects of the assigned project or group of projects,
including but not limited to the design, planning, implementation,
construction, closeout, stakeholder coordination, cost control,
client satisfaction, team performance, and quality functions. The
Senior Project Manager shall lead by example and personify the
Company's Mission, Vision, and Values; taking ownership of their
assigned project(s) or program. This role will support Alaska
Airlines as the Senior Project Manager in Seattle for various
airport/airline projects. This position is on site at Alaska
Airlines Seattle Office, SEA Airport and travel may be required
dependent on project assignments and project specific needs.Duties
and ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary interface with the client
and lead the project team through the entire project
processResponsible for high level planning and programming analysis
work including preparation of technical documents, testing plans,
and proposalsEstablish and implement project objectives, policies,
procedures, roles and reporting structure, and performance
standards within boundaries of company policy and contract
specificationsCollaborate with clients, sub-consultants, and
contractors to define work procedures and resolve complaints and
construction problemsStrategize with Client Lead, Director, or
Executive on opportunities for business development with existing
and new clientsRepresent company in project meetings and attend
strategy meetingsSchedule and lead job meetingsAssemble and
distribute meeting minutesExecute the implementation of the JWI
Playbook and ensure adherence to the practices outlined for JWI
project managementEnsure effective communication is always
maintained within the team structure and Senior ManagementComplete
weekly and monthly reports concerning work progress, costs, and
schedulingProduce project schedule; coordinate schedule updates and
distribute internally and externallyManage all financial aspects of
project contract(s), including labor, expenses, and staffing
projections, to protect company's interestMaintain a positive
relationship with the client at all timesOversee project budgets,
create, and manage project forecasts, schedules and expenses;
anticipate potential changes to budget, schedule, and expenses and
provide guidance and analysis of changesResponsible for
interviewing, recommending, and negotiating contractual service
agreements. Prepare, negotiate, and authorize revisions, changes,
and additions to contractual agreements with architects,
consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractorsManage project
staff and jobsite construction activitiesInvestigate potential
situations and implement corrective measures as necessary; develop
contingency plans to mitigate potential riskProvide guidance,
oversight, coaching, and mentoring to other project
staffResponsible for ensuring that project deliverables are on
time, within budget, and at the required level of qualityPrepare
and monitor punch list items; manage the close out process to
completionProduce and review design plans, specifications, and cost
estimatesPerform other duties as may be
required/directedRequirements:A bachelor's degree in construction
management, architecture or engineering, or equivalent work
experience; Project Management certification (PMP, PMI), EIT or
Professional Engineer preferred8+ years of progressively
responsible project management experience, preferably in
engineering, construction management, or program
managementExperience in transportation, construction, or aviation
industries preferredAbility to obtain and maintain an airport
badgeExperience as a leader managing a team of direct reports,
mentor, and problem solver with a commitment to excellenceExtensive
knowledge and understanding of contract management and
budgeting/estimatingAdvanced interpersonal, administrative, and
organizational skills; including the ability to work with diverse
personalities to negotiate and resolve conflictExcellent
communication, leadership, and influencing skillsDemonstrated
ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with
managers, peers, and subordinatesActive participation in industry
organizations a plus.Experience using MS Office suite and industry
related project management software Company BenefitsMedical,
Dental, Vision insurance options for employee and familyHealth
Savings and Flexible Spending Account options
availableCompany-provided group life, short and long-term
disability, and voluntary life optionsMatching 401(k) retirement
planPaid time off and holidaysStudent debt repayment resources
availableID Theft protectionProfessional development and tuition
assistanceCompany-sponsored social eventsEqual Opportunity Employer
Veterans/DisabledAn 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.PM18Compensation
details: 120000-150000 Yearly
SalaryPI25f76a521db1-25660-34025021
Keywords: J.A. Watts, Incorporated, Lakewood , Senior Project Manager, Executive , Seattle, Washington
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