
Project Manager- Owner's Representative
ABOUT US
The Projects Group (TPG) provides comprehensive Owner’s Representation and Project Management services. We work as an extension of our client’s teams, protecting their interests, aligning project partners, and keeping the project aligned to the client’s goals. We are here to help our clients realize the best possible outcomes according to their vision.
As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team is personally invested in your success. This spirit of partnership, combined with decades of experience, makes us trusted leaders in managing projects nationwide.
JOB SUMMARY:
The project manager will be a driven leader who can build and oversee complex project teams. They will need to have a thorough understanding of project management processes such as project initiation, budget development, stakeholder management, procurement, schedule management, construction administration, and closeout.
This role will initially support facility projects for a major med-device client’s campus in Fort Worth, Texas. This will include central utility infrastructure upgrades, campus development projects, and interior finish outs. The functions of the spaces will range from commercial offices and central amenities to R&D and distribution spaces. This role will be fully dedicated to these campus projects initially and interacting with the client daily. The role will support the growth of highly technical projects at TPG specifically in the manufacturing, life science, and industrial sectors.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Fully oversee and be accountable for client projects which include but are not limited to the following key stages:
- Project initiation: develop scope, budget and schedule for the project. Present and refine per the needs of the client.
- Design/Programming: work with architectural and engineering teams to develop project design. Gather all end user requirements and facility infrastructure specifications.
- Procurement: develop RFP’s, lead bid interviews, and align on team selection with client.
- Construction coordination: oversee project safety, monitor quality and accuracy to the project documents. Organize team meetings to resolve project issues. Set up contractor access and onboarding to the project site.
- Closeout: Confirm project completion through punch list closeout and ensure proper documentation handoff to client.
- Provide all project reporting and presentations for routine status updates to the client.
- Organize all necessary meetings for proper collaboration and issue resolution with project team members including architects, engineers, facility managers, finance, procurement, safety, IT, security, contractors, and suppliers.
- Provide monthly project activity updates to The Projects Group Leadership Team for Project Schedule, Budget, and Risk.
- Manage project safety by the client’s internal safety policies. Ensure all project contractors and vendors are properly qualified and complete routine safety walkthroughs to audit.
- Spearhead the selection and hiring process of project design and construction teams including RFP development, bid evaluation & negotiation, and contract initiation.
- Work with Project Director to decipher client needs and establish project goals.
- Maintain all project documentation and provide to client in the agreed format.
- Select and manage all other owner vendors related to the project needs (Security, IT, furniture, signage etc.).
- Lead and participate in the design process providing technical guidance and constructability input to ensure project documents are thorough and construction ready.
- Complete routine site walks of all projects. This includes monitoring safety standards, construction quality, and site security per the client’s requirements.
SKILLS/ QUALIFICATIONS:
- B.S. Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred.
- 3-5+ years of project management experience in design and construction projects.
- Ability to think strategically, problem solve and finalize key project decisions.
- Communication and presentations skills to ensure all project stakeholders are clearly informed of project details.
- Computer skills required to successfully manage projects including Microsoft Office tools (specifically Excel) and CAD preferred.
- PMP certification preferred, not required.