We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team in Dallas, ideally with experience on Justice, Civic or Public projects.

This role requires the ability to work with and manage financial aspects of projects and having a PMP certification is preferred.

Leadership

• Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with the Project Team.
• Participates on and / or leads multiple project teams as Project Manager.
• Assists in developing and validating project scope and fee, budget, and scope of services during the marketing and contract development process.
• Assists in preparing project presentations. May participate and / or lead client presentations.
• Consistently provides complete and timely communication of project information to and from clients and project team.
• Responsible for managing project using our Project Management system; training will be provided; completes work plans, including identification of project team members, consultants, schedule for completion, labor costs as well as project change notices or other actions taking place on the assigned project.
• Responsible for tracking project financials using Project Management System.
• Assists in the preparation and execution of consultant contracts.
• Assists with negotiating fees and contracts.
• Ensures budgets have been developed to provide for Quality Management Program through the life of the Project.
• Works with sustainable design team to incorporate Sustainable Design solutions into projects.
• Fosters a commitment to external and internal client service.

Management

• Works to avoid or eliminate conflicts in scheduled project work with other projects.
• Plans, organizes and manages project. Provides on-going communication through team meetings / minutes / up-date memos to project team.
• Communicates with consultants, contractors, sub-consultants and in-house disciplines to ensure effective communication.
• Monitors construction administration during the construction phase
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients and consultants.

Client Interface

Responsible for maintaining client relationships throughout project. Keeps client apprised of project progress on regular basis.

Initiates and maintains contact with other key project individuals for clarification, coordination and negotiation of critical issues.

Consults with client and team as we determine function and spatial requirements. Ensures integration of engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.

Business Development

• Participates in developing annual business plan for the business unit.
• Identifies new business opportunities while developing current client relationships. Listens for and seek out new projects which may exist or are being formulated.
• Participates in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
• Assists in development of fee proposals for marketing proposals.

Staff Development

• Provides leadership including professional development coaching and mentoring staff.
• Defines staff requirements for projects as needed or directed. Makes recommendations to management for staff promotions / terminations for project team.

May participate in interviews and recruiting of professional staff.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of design, trends, construction methodology, material application, and manufacturer-suppliers.
• Knowledge of architectural building systems.
• Thorough understanding of project work plans, schedules, staffing, and budgets.
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and different construction delivery methods.
• Knowledge of sustainability, integrated design and LEED guidelines.
• Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD / Architectural Desktop.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in Revit.
• Proficiency in Excel required.
• Proficiency in Deltek Vantagepoint or other architectural project management software.
• Strong ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to effectively manage team.
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent in education or experience required.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• At least 10 years of management experience in all phases of architectural projects.
• Experience with Justice, Civic, Public projects preferred.
• Licensed Architect with current registration .
• LEED accreditation or Green Associate.

Other :

• Some travel will be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• The job duties and requirements explained above may be altered at any time at the sole discretion of HOK.
• HOK is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage;

401(K) savings plans; disability, life and accident insurance; paid time off (PTO); and parental leave. In addition, HOK employees enjoy a flexible work schedule with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.

HOK is a drug-free workplace. HOK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

Job Description

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries.

We are a twenty-five-year-old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible, possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers.

As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all.

If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills :

Roles & Responsibilities :

• The project manager is responsible for project planning and oversight of planned activities from beginning to end
• They balance budgets, keep track of work in progress, collaborate with suppliers, handle risks, and ensure projects are completed per schedule
• The individual will work with engineering, drafting, supply chain management, manufacturing, quality, and shipping to ensure the overall scope of supply per the quotation proposals is achieved
• The individual will run large multi-faceted projects and multiple projects at the same time
• Run the order entry and transition process for assigned projects
• Review order-entry packages and facilitate the receipt of all required information
• Drive adherence to the Order Entry Process
• Initiate the project through required formalities and internal / external kickoff meetings
• Take full ownership of the scope, budget, and schedule for assigned projects, and lead those constraints after the order award
• Fully understand the provisions of the contract for the project, regularly informing functional representatives of salient provisions, and ensuring organizational compliance with all requirements
• Develop project plans as vital to successfully complete the project
• Monitor and maintain the master project schedule including identification of the critical path and near critical path items to maintain delivery and cost objectives
• Effectively report the progress and status of the project to management and the client
• Adequately document all subsequent (addendum) contractual agreements, both technical and commercial, and manage project scope via Contract Change Authorizations
• Develop project-specific risk management plans and proactively manage technical and commercial risk throughout project execution to minimize company exposure
• Manage and maintain the project budget, initiate and facilitate corrective actions to maintain financial objectives and revenue recognition
• Positively influence financial position, via cash flow management, working with internal accounting, and the client to ensure timely issue and collection of invoices related to milestone payments
• Support the project through the warranty phase, working with the Commissioning Team members to address installation, startup, or warranty issues
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and management to develop relationships that are conducive to the successful completion of the project
• Conduct Lessons Learned meetings for all projects; identify corrective actions and best practices and solicit a Customer Satisfaction Survey as part of the contract closure process
• Candidates will prepare & make presentations to any internal / external client level

Required Skills (Technical Competency) :

• 3-5 years of experience in a related role
• BS in related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience managing Controls Projects in Power Generation Industry
• Position requires experience in project planning, scheduling, communication, execution, coordination, administration, and documentation, with a commitment to customer satisfaction and maintaining project cost control.
• Good organizational skills to respond to multiple inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to work well in teams interacting routinely with finance, marketing, and field service operations to achieve a common goal.
• Has a clear understanding of the sold product (reviews, understands, and ensures compliance with required contract documents including commercial and technical specifications, scope, schedule, and performance requirements).
• IPMA or equivalent project management certification a plus; eventual certification will be a requirement.

Desired Skills :

Power Generation Industry experience

Physical Requirements & Work Environment :

• Mostly Office Environments, Occasional Shop Floor involvement.
• Substantial amounts of telephone and computer work.
• Heavily Regulated Industries with strict adherence to procedures.
• Flexibility to meet business deadlines by staying late or arriving early.
• Typical 8 hour days plus lunch / 40 hour weeks / core (required) hours are 9AM to 4PM
• Ability to use personal transportation to visit customer locations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Description

Applies developing business process and project management skills within an area of business or technical specialty. Manages small portions of well defined projects.

Provides administrative and logistics support for a project team and project manager.

Serves as a resource on projects and work assignments; employs basic knowledge of effective project management and general business understanding.

Identifies, tracks, and works with others to resolve project issues.

Monitors and communicates project status to project team.

Assists with budget planning and tracking, research, and analytical support; provides input into the design and development of project plans and timelines.

Assists with managing project risk; uses quality tools to identify areas of risk.

Documents and shares team learnings with other teams; draws on other experiences to enhance the success of the project.

Maintains project notes, databases, and other records; monitors measures and communicates with Project Manager on status of specific projects and assignments.

Skills

Schedule Management - Manages the project schedule using the recommended project management tools and processes to drive completion within the agreed timeline.

Scope Management - Manages a list of project deliverables (scope) using the recommended project management tools and processes to ensure that the project includes all the work required and only the work required to complete the project successfully.

Project Resource Management - Develops resource (expense and headcount) plans using recommended project management tools and processes to manage resources effectively.

Project Issue and Risk Management - Manages the process to identify, assess and prioritize issues and risks using recommended tools and processes to minimize, monitor, and control the probability and / or impact of negative events or to maximize the realization of positive events.

Customer focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.

Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.

Plans and aligns - Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.

Manages conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

College, university, or equivalent degree required.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience

Minimal level of relevant work experience required.

Ability to maintain a complex workload.

Communication skills are highly used.

Background in BMS / Salesforce are a plus.

Hybrid work role. Can be located anywhere in the Southern CSSNA region.

Job SALES

Primary Location United States-Texas-Dallas-US, TX, Dallas, Cummins Southern Plains 4855 MCP

Job Type Experienced - Exempt / Office

Recruitment Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Job Posting Jul 4, 2023, 6 : 00 : 00 AM

Unposting Date Ongoing

Organization Distribution Business

Role Category Hybrid - Potential for Partial Remote

Req ID : 2300062J

Description :

Company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage a design-build civil construction project (a large Federal infrastructure program) in south Texas.

The ideal candidate will have experience managing design-build civil infrastructure projects of $20 million and above. The Project Manager is fully responsible for managing the project delivery, work plans, budget and implementation of all Project Management Procedures.

These responsibilities will span from project start-up, design phase services, construction, and final close out.

Requirements :

• Experience working on a NAVFAC or USACE (at minimum 5 years) site required and non-negotiable. No potential interview without this on their resumes.
• Must have 5 - 10 years of experience as a project manager or superintendent on projects of similar size and complexity (large civil infrastructure projects of $20M plus).
• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, related field or equivalent experience
• Must have HEAVY construction experience, heavy highway, levees, border wall, infrastructure.
• On-Site management experience of personnel and resources.
• Able to pass government background clearance.

Kforce has a client that is looking for an IT Project Manager in Irving, TX. This role will be primarily onsite, but there is opportunity for some remote work.

This is a 1-year contract, with opportunity to extend / convert after (not guaranteed).Summary : The IT Project Manager is responsible for providing project management leadership, support, and assistance to deliver technology solutions, primarily focused on delivery technology projects & supporting merger / acquisition efforts.

This includes the management of project planning, execution, quality, support transition, communications, risks, and cost.

Manages on-time and on-budget delivery of small to medium IT solutions.

• Excellent verbal, written, communication, and presentation skills; Develops quality communications, and reports
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, task and time management, and organizational skills
• Strong project management skills of medium projects in a complex, cross-functional environment
• Proficient in Microsoft tools (Teams, Project Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other software tools
• Demonstrates a practical sense and ability to implement in a dynamic, diverse, collaborative team environment with changing and fluid needs
• Able to facilitate meetings with cross-functional and technical resources
• Ability to manage numerous complex projects simultaneously
• Ability to identify complex problems and to review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
• Ability to develop successful relationships with and influence internal stakeholders and external
• Ability to navigate and drive the project through conflict to resolutions

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role.

We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs.

This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical / dental / vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees.

Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note : Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.