Senior Project Manager - Mission Critical

Description

• Assists in directing strategic planning and provides leadership role in business development and client relations.
• Coordinates project activities with activities of governmental regulatory or other governmental agencies.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients and others and reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
• Assists in proposal writing, reviews project proposal, drawings and plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
• Assists Director of Operations with work assignments, distribution of projects, managing project managers and ensuring timely completion and meaningful project profitability.
• Develops and maintains relationships with new and existing clients to assure their continued satisfaction and works to build a continuing positive image for the Company.
• Provides feedback regularly and provides recognition when it is due.
• Establishes a growing network of business associates, subcontractors and related vendors.
• Meets regularly with Finance to assure projects are progressing as scheduled and within budget.
• Coordinates pre-construction services for projects.
• Provides guidance and ongoing feedback to team members, manages their performance and is available to team members when they would like to go through an Individual Development Plan.
• Provides daily, weekly and monthly schedule support to project team to preserve the Contract and Project Schedule.
• Completes and manages work in accordance to the KA Project Managers’ Manual.
• Creates a positive and uplifting team environment
• Navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings
• Coordinates with Marketing to help sell Kraus-Anderson (KA) capabilities as well providing leads and recommending individuals and organizations for KA services.
• Confers with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority; coordinates activities with project staff to ensure project progress within prescribed budget and provides technical advice to resolve problems.
• Reviews project activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine team or division progress toward achievement of stated goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Ability to possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) and knowledge of project management software
• Four year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related degree
• Travel 25-75%; depending on job
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service
• Use a computer/laptop/iPad in open office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting
• Stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+
• Valid Driver's License, ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record, and ability to adhere to the KA Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Bachelor’s degree from four year college/university or equivalent
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
• Minimum of 10 years related work experience
• Knowledge of ViewPoint software
• Clearly communicate information (both written and verbal) to colleagues and key stakeholders
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals
• Maintains memberships or affiliations in civic and professional organizations that may assist incumbents in personal growth or relationship development.
• Lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Workplace Flexibility
• Wellness Program
• Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay
• KA University Training and Development
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Free Parking
• Company sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty
• Fitness Center (Minneapolis)
• 401(k) Plan
• Part time/Transition Options
• Medical insurance Plan Options

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance