Senior Project Manager l

J. A. Watts, LLC (JWI) is a woman-founded 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.

The Senior Project Manager l 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 l shall lead by example and personify the Company’s Mission, Vision, and Values; taking ownership of their assigned project(s) or program.  The Senior Project Manager l requires local presence in San Diego and the ability to represent the client effectively in coordination with the design team, construction team, airport stakeholders, client representatives, and local authorities having jurisdiction. The Senior Project Manager l will be required to work on-site 5 days a week at the project office and San Diego International airport.  

Duties and Responsibilities 

• Ensure full application of the JWI Playbook across all project phases
• Act as the primary interface with the client and lead the project team through the entire project process
• Responsible for high level planning and programming analysis work including preparation of technical documents, testing plans, and proposals
• Establish and implement project objectives, policies, procedures, roles, reporting structures, and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications
• Serve as a positive and professional ambassador of JWI, fostering strong relationships with clients and strategic partners
• Manage client/partner relationships
• Collaborate with clients, sub-consultants, and contractors to define work procedures and resolve complaints and construction problems
• Participate in industry networking events and organizations 
• Introduce business strategies and pursuits 
• Assist in the development of proposals and staff plans
• Strategize with leadership on opportunities for business development with existing and new clients
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings
• Assemble and distribute meeting minutes
• Ensure effective communication is always maintained within the team structure and Senior Management
• Complete weekly and monthly reports concerning work progress, costs, and scheduling
• Produce project schedule; coordinate schedule updates and distribute internally and externally
• Manage all financial aspects of project contract(s), including labor, expenses, reviewing invoicing, and staffing projections to protect company’s interest
• Foster and maintain a positive working relationship with clients
• Create and oversee project budgets, manage project forecasts, schedules and expenses; anticipate potential changes to budget, schedule, and expenses and provide guidance and analysis of changes
• Responsible for ensuring that project deliverables are on time, within budget, and at the required level of quality
• Produce and review design plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Responsible 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 subcontractors
• Manage the design process, review design submissions, and ensure compliance with project requirements
• Schedule and facilitate project meetings
• Manage project staff and jobsite construction activities
• Investigate potential situations and implement corrective measures as necessary; develop contingency plans to mitigate potential risk
• Provide guidance, oversight, coaching, and mentoring to other project staff
• Prepare and monitor punch list items; manage the close out process to completion
• Assist with succession planning, team training, employee reviews and development, talent acquisition (including interviews) and support the Human Resources function for department.
• Ensure the timely submission, review and approval of timesheets and expense reports
• Perform other duties as may be required/directed

• A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 8+ years of experience
• Airline/Airport club experience required
• PMP, PMI, PE, AIA, NCIDQ, certifications are a plus
• Ability to obtain and maintain an airport badge
• Excellent and timely oral and written communication skills. Proficient and electronic communication (email, chat, etc.)
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Self sufficient with some oversight; oversight from supervisor on employee/business decisions 
• Advanced interpersonal and personal organization skills 
• Advanced personal/project administrative skills. Entry to JWI Administrative (Deltek approvals, JWI contract/invoice management)
• Introductory to leadership, managing a team of direct reports, mentor, and problem solver with a commitment to excellence 
• Ability to work with others to develop project budget; general understanding of JWI contract and staff plan, participate in invoice process 
• Advanced multitasking skills, should be able to manage multiple projects or multiple portions of a large program, begin delegating tasks 
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of contract management and budgeting/estimating 
• Ability to work with diverse personalities to negotiate and resolve conflict
• Entry level leadership and influencing skills 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and sustain effective working relationships with managers, peers, and subordinates
• Proficient using MS Office Suite and industry related project management software (e.g. Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, MS Project, Excel)
• Ability to manage multiple medium projects or part of one large project/program
• Travel may be required depending on project specific needs or company business 

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

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

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.