Construction Project Manager Lead - ABM Industries

Overview

Job Summary:

The Project Management Leader is responsible for overseeing and managing multiple designated project managers within ABM Technical Services’ Project Management Office (PMO).  This role entails managing assigned direct reports and collaborate with multiple team members within the organization (sales, development, finance, operations and legal) to ensure a proactive approach to overseeing projects in development and construction.

Responsibilities:

1. Work with Leadership, Directors, department heads, managers, and other stakeholders to develop team goals and delegate tasks to the appropriate team members.
2. Develop, update, and monitor team member assignments.
3. As needed, establish new REQ’s, solicit candidates, conduct interviews, and assign new team members.
4. Schedule and assist in the successful onboarding and training of new team members.
5. Create and communicate a clear list of expectations and goals for team members to follow.
6. Provide frequent feedback on employee performance, address weaknesses or inefficiencies, and offer support to improve skill gaps and process improvements.
7. Maintain frequent communication to offer encouragement, amend tasks, and provide updates on goal progress.
8. Create a workspace that encourages creativity and innovation to get the most out of the team.
9. Quickly and efficiently resolve team conflicts.
10. Monitor that team members are following SOP that are in place, adhering to project schedules, and creating proper project documentation.
11. Monitor and audit team members project forecasting and financials.
12. Conduct periodic in person meetings with team members at local offices and/or project sites.
13. Conduct scheduled interval in person meetings at team members’ project sites to gain firsthand knowledge of project progress and meet with customer representatives. 
14. Review and oversee contractual issues with clients and subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, etc.
15. As required, conduct quick audits and assessments (remote and in person) of project deficiencies to understand issue, risk, mitigation, impact, solution, and monitor corrective action plan.   

Qualifications:

• Advanced level of understanding of construction management and the construction industry
• Working knowledge of building systems (ie façade, glazing, roofing, HVAC, controls, etc.)
• Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.
• Possess highly developed interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills (oral & written)
• Bachelor’s degree or greater in Construction Management or an Architectural/Engineering Field (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)
• 10+ years of construction experience including 5+ years in project management, project leadership, project executive role.
• Experience in various project delivery methods.
• Proficiency in construction management technology platforms
• Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Willing to travel 25%-75%

Skills:

Team Management:  Manage team members effectively to achieve project goals, encourage collaboration, teamwork, goal setting, and regular performance reviews.     

Communication:  Strong communication skills to effectively convey ideas with team members and to promote awareness to leadership of projects progress, financials, risks, solutions, and schedules.

Listener:  Actively listen to team members, understand team members concerns and feedback, and work to rectify any issues to avoid disruptions to productivity.

Conflict Resolution:  Recognize emerging conflicts and work to de-escalate any tension or disputes amongst team members, sub-contractors, customers, etc…

Team Leadership:  As a strong leader, work without biases to ensure team members are treated equally. Leadership requires a combination of conflict resolution, team management, and communication.  Set goals that are in line with project requirements and provide the team with the necessary tools to achieve them.

Organization:  Strong organizational skills for keeping deadlines, delegating tasks, and making effective schedules for the team.

Critical Thinking:  Possess strong critical thinking skills and think outside of the box at times to achieve success no matter the situation.  Be positioned to have multiple paths in place to navigate roadblocks, delays, customer concerns, or compress schedule.

Time Management:  Understand the capabilities and skill levels of team members and strong time management skills to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently.

Financials:  Possess strong financial sense and understanding to forecasting methods and means. Strong understanding of developing initial forecasting for the planned project duration along providing weekly/monthly updates.  Strong sense to provide overview and audit of team members forecasts. 

Benefit Information:  

ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package.  For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2024 Employee Benefits | Staff & Management