Facilities - CM Section Head - Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

Position summary: Responsible for the growth of our Facility Construction Management (CM) operations, business development, oversight of Project and Program Management of new and current contracts, financial success, and managing staff for the department at the local level. Integration with our Transportation CM and Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing (MEP) leaders locally, alignment with their clients and coordination for future workshare and other assignments.

Essential functions and responsibilities

• Identify upcoming Facility CM opportunities in the industry in advance of the solicitation posting to industry
• Strategically develop a plan and potential teaming partners for upcoming Facility CM opportunities
• Coordinate strategic growth plan with office managers, local section heads from MEP, architectural and buildings structures disciplines and practice leaders
• Establish and grow market presence in area through marketing and business development
• Manage financial budget for department and allocate resources accordingly
• Lead and contribute to the production of proposals
• Serve as a technical expertise resource to project managers and technical staff
• Establish resources staffing needs for the section
• Interview and hire staff for the section
• Perform performance reviews for staff based on input from project managers on assigned teams
• Lead and manage team members by providing leadership and continuous performance management (setting expectations, goals, feedback, 1:1 meeting, coaching) that supports the growth and development of team

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned
• Participate in local relevant industry agencies and chapters such as ACEC and CMAA

• Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field from an accredited program
• Understanding of Construction Management Best Practices in the Buildings and Facilities industry
• Professional Engineer License or equivalent
• 15+ years’ experience in specialized discipline
• Project management and business development experience

Preferred Experience

• Professional Engineer (PE) License in VA, Washington DC
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level
• A network of clients and AEC partners, including small business partners in the Northern Virginia, Richmond and Hampton Roads area
• Experience with school’s programs for CM project needs and requirements
• Experience in the Water/Wastewater industry with pump stations, treatment plants and ancillary utility facilities
• Experience with Transit Agencies such as WMATA, VRE, HRT, Amtrak, CSX
• Understanding of mechanical and electrical systems for construction inspection and quality oversight
• Supervisory experience
• Experience with Construction Document Management Systems and their applications, such as Procore, e-Builder for example
• Understanding of Project Controls such as scheduling, cost estimating, claims management, risk management, value engineering workshop management
• Experience with Building Commissioning (Cx) and Asset Management

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Field visits are anticipated to meet with staff, clients and contractors on a weekly basis. Driving to other Virginia offices for staff, partnering and client coordination is expected monthly.

JMT is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity, and we are proud to be building an inclusive and diverse workforce.