Senior Project Manager - Engineering and CM

Oversee subcontractor performance and resolve any issues.

Develop detailed project scopes and objectives in collaboration with construction execution team.

Analyze project progress and provide strategic recommendations.

Optimize project schedules and resource allocation.

Lead change management initiatives and ensure smooth transitions.

Ensure compliance with plans, specifications, industry standards and regulations.

Oversee successful closeout activities for contractors or subcontractors.

Completion of closeout manuals, including final operations and maintenance manuals.

Management of non-conformance process and reporting to ensure the highest quality delivery.

Provide leadership for health and safety to ensure all employees and subcontractors are meeting company health and safety requirements.

Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Serve as Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, Owner's Representative, or Project Manager on infrastructure projects.

Manage construction contracts, schedules, budgets, quality, safety, and risk.

Review contractor submittals, RFIs, change orders, claims, and payment applications.

Provide leadership and mentoring to inspectors, field staff, and junior CM professionals.

Support collaborative delivery methods including CMAR, Progressive Design-Build, CM / QA services as part of Owner's Advisor Role on Design-Build projects.

Develop and maintain relationships with Bay Area municipalities, utilities, and public agencies.

Identify and pursue construction management opportunities generated through BC client service and design teams.

Conduct regular client visits, industry meetings, and networking activities.

Collaborate with Client Service Managers and pursuit teams to position BC for CM opportunities.

Support proposals, interviews, capture planning, and strategic pursuits.

Build relationships with contractors, construction partners, and program management organizations.

Help expand awareness of BC's construction management capabilities throughout Northern California.

Support growth initiatives associated with BC's expanding national Construction Management practice.

May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Advanced knowledge in quality control and assurance.

Ability to oversee subcontractor coordination and define project scopes.

Expertise in managing requests for information (RFIs) and implementing change management processes.

High-level skills in plan and specifications compliance, progress monitoring, and schedule optimization.

Proficient utilizing industry standard tools and systems for construction management.

Typically, a minimum of 10 years of related work experience in construction management or related field.

15+ years of construction management, utility, infrastructure, heavy civil, or public works experience.

Demonstrated experience managing large capital construction programs and projects.

Experience serving in Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, Owner's Representative, Field Engineer, or Project Manager roles.

Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, cost controls, change management, and claims avoidance.

Proven ability to build trusted relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.

Experience with municipal agencies and public procurement processes.

California client relationships within the Bay Area and Northern California markets.

Experience supporting pursuit strategy and business development activities.

Professional Engineer, CCM, PMP, DBIA, CM-Lean, or related certification.

A bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field or equivalent experience is required.

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Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

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