Senior Project Manager

Primary Functions: Primary Function: Provide overall management direction on complex mechanical or electrical projects and analyze and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, geographical area, or type of project (typically within the healthcare, higher education, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, or data center industries). Key Responsibilities: Responsibilities include, but not limited to: Assume primary project leadership responsibilities in partnership with other key team members and project personnel. Evaluate the scope of work. Analyze project alternatives, such as material specifications and preliminary construction methods, to develop the optimal construction techniques for the project. Plan, organize and staff key project positions through regional department heads, subordinate project managers, general superintendents, etc. Coordinate with project superintendents and fabrication department to discuss prefabrication possibilities and/or alternatives prior to and during project construction. Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within the boundaries of Brandt's corporate policy. Initiate and maintain liaison with clients and A/E contacts to facilitate successful construction activities. Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontracts. Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site project superintendent. Prepare, issue and update master project schedule and variance reports to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget. Research and analyze new materials (functionality, performance, reliability, quality, cost and contract conformance). Manage financial aspects of contracts (costs, billings, and collections) to maintain profitability goals and positive cash flow while simultaneously maintaining a positive relationship with client. Manage risks. Assess alternatives to overcome system coordination issues. Investigate potentially serious situations to circumvent problems or promptly implement corrective measures as required. Actively pursue additional work through change orders. Ensure project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and Brandt standards. Supervise/mentor the work of other project managers and assistant project managers, when assigned. Perform additional assignments as requested/needed. Qualifications: 4-yr. engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related experience) Extensive (10+ years) experience/knowledge of construction design, finance, and management Thorough understanding or corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc., and their impact on project activities Outstanding negotiation and change order management skills Superior communication and interpersonal skills (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) Exceptional organizational and documentation skills Advanced abilities in problem solving, scheduling, and cost control Excellent MS Office skills and ability/drive to learn new software systems OSHA-30 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire) Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee and project performance Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Brandt's partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc. About Us Ranked as a Top 50 Specialty Contractor in ENR Magazine, Brandt is one of the largest MEP firms in the United States. We perform the entire mechanical and/or electrical phases of large commercial, institutional and industrial construction projects. Brandt is headquartered in Carrollton, Texas, and maintains additional regional offices in Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio and Waco. The Brandt Companies, LLC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity, minority/female/veteran/disabled employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age (40 or older), national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.