Senior Project Manager - Multiple Sites - Decima International

If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with high-profile clients on some of the most challenging projects in the world, then Decima is where you belong. At Decima, you will be able to explore incredible growth and professional development opportunities.

We are looking for a driven and capable Senior Project Manager to support us with the development of multiple data center projects for one of the top technology clients in the world. This is a client-facing role that requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, the ability to self-direct, client representation, and an emphasis on strong project management fundamentals. Must be able to manage multiple projects concurrently and across multiple regions. A strong background in data center development, design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements is a big plus.

You will play an integral role in mentoring staff, forming long-term relationships with clients, and pursuing new work, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.

We are looking to bring in dedicated individuals with a passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We will help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Versed in modern project management techniques within the complex, multi-functional organizations; have an understanding and knowledge of engineering, design, procurement and contracting, safety, construction, and commissioning.
• Establish a strong relationship with the client and communicate with both technical and management-level personnel.
• Create and/or maintain best practices to identify and incorporate cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Responsible for developing, managing, and reporting on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage assigned work from start to close out, covering all aspects related to work delivery in order to ensure that the work is conducted in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare PowerPoint decks and present to management on progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Responsible for forensic analysis of existing building systems to improve facility performance.
• Responsible for researching new technologies and systems and studying the feasibility of integrating the technologies into the best-case use for a building.
• Provide project single point of contact for project development and delivery.
• Vendor management and contract compliance.
• Provide Vendor oversight and performance management.
• Review and approval of vendor scope of work and design review of the site and building plans.
• Manage the selection, contracting, and integration of multiple vendors and internal partners.
• Facilitate client/sponsor decision-making to drive solutions, schedules, and manage change as required.
• Apply/influence strategies and negotiation skills to identify options and recommend solutions.
• Manage compliance with audit results and recommendations.
• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications.
• Prepare Requests for Proposal (RFPs) and other project approval tools and templates.
• Work with contractors to establish CPM baseline schedules.
• Facilitate, run, and chair project meetings (including OAC meetings) and maintain accurate meeting minutes and action items.
• Review and validate project progress, contractor pay applications, and invoices.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 15 years of construction and project management experience in the development of multiple types of facilities (mission-critical, large Infrastructure programs, hospitals, schools, etc.).
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction engineering, project management, or related technical field.
• An excellent understanding of construction and building systems.
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, building systems/components, and technology.
• Experience developing various types of reports, targeting different audiences.
• Experience in client-facing positions.
• Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction programs and the ability to communicate progress to both technical and management-level personnel.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with any audience clearly and accurately.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in construction management.
• Earned Value Management experience.
• Active membership in PMI, CCMA, or similar association.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• Strong background in data center development and construction.
• Design, testing, and commissioning experience is a big plus.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Primary Locations: (On-site)

• • Des Moines, Iowa 
  • Quincy, Washington
  • Phoenix, Arizona 
  • Cheyenne, Wyoming

• Position: Senior Project Manager
• Position Classification: Salary-based full-time regular hours
• Current US work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment (e.g., H-1B visa sponsorship or transfer not offered)

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS:​

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft 365