Senior Construction Project Manager

Under the general direction of the Construction Services & Sustainability Director, the Sr. Construction Project Manager has overall responsibility for the development, planning, organizing, coordination, and successful implementation of specific Housing Preservation and other capital improvement projects while modeling and ensuring high-performance and customer service delivery consistent with the agency’s mission, vision, and values.

Examples of Duties:

• The position duties and responsibilities listed below describe the general nature and scope of work. Other responsibilities, duties, and skills may be required and assigned, as needed. These essential functions require presence in the workplace on a regular basis and regular attendance must be maintained.
• Plan, organize, and implement assigned capital improvement projects in accordance with all applicable CUSTOMER Policies and Procedures as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ensure that all capital improvement activities are performed in accordance with CUSTOMER Policies and Procedures and applicable HUD regulations, in addition to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ensure the implementation of assigned capital projects is a collaborative process.
• Identify stakeholders, keep them abreast of project progress, and ensure they have meaningful involvement throughout the implementation of the Project.
• Identify resources needed to implement the project and work with Procurement to prepare solicitation documents necessary to procure outside resources needed.
• Work with Construction Services & Sustainability Director and Construction Inspection staff to develop preliminary project budget considering all labor, materials, consultants and contractors that will be required to implement the project.
• Work with Capital Funds Grant Analyst to identify CUSTOMER sources of funding, budgeted amounts, and confirm eligibility of activities.
• Work with Construction Services & Sustainability Director and Construction Project Inspection staff to develop preliminary project schedules considering various internal and external time constraints; such as Board meetings, Procurement policy/procedures, holidays, permitting, etc.
• Oversee and coordinate a collaborative project design process; from concept development through preparation of construction bid documents.
• Coordinate all necessary project meetings including; pre-design, design, pre-construction, construction job progress meetings and others, as necessary.
• Ensure agendas are prepared prior to each meeting and meeting minutes are prepared after each meeting.
• Provide contract administration of all project consultants and contractors;
• Ensure compliance with all terms and conditions of their contracts,
• Ensure deliverable meet contract requirements/specifications.
• Ensure deliverable are provided when required,
• Process payment applications in a timely manner
• Review proposed change orders, prepare necessary cost/price analysis, make recommendations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and HUD regulations, manage contract closeout process, monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements of each contract including Wage Rates, Section 3 Unemployment, MBE/WBE employment and contracting, etc.
• Coordinate close-out and transition of projects back to Property Management; provide, as applicable, all final punch list inspections, certificates of occupancy, warranty documents, as-built documents, equipment manuals, etc.
• Establish and maintain project records and documentation in accordance with the Construction Services filing plan.
• Prepare regular project reports for CUSTOMER’s Board, other CUSTOMER departments, the Construction Services & Sustainability Director, as requested.
• Prepare regular reports for the City of San Antonio, HUD, and other agencies as necessary.
• Attend and participate in regular division staff and individual progress and evaluation meetings.
• Contribute to an annual evaluation of the prior year’s work program.
• Contribute to the preparation of the work program for the upcoming year.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Review and process all pay applications, change orders, and other formal requests from contractors or consultants.

Behavioral Competencies:
This position requires the incumbent to exhibit the following behavioral skills:

Leadership: Provides direction to people and/or projects by clearly and effectively setting the course of action for the department, staff, and tasks; manages the planning, execution, and achievement of department goals by providing regular communication to staff and stakeholders.

Commitment: Sets high standards of performance; pursues aggressive goals and works hard/smart to achieve them; strives for results and success; conveys a sense of urgency and brings issues to closure; and persists despite obstacles and opposition.

Customer Service: Meets/exceeds the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identifies, understands monitors and measures the needs of both internal and external customers; talks and acts with customers in mind; and recognizes working colleagues as customers.

Effective Communication: Ensures important information is passed to those who need to know; conveys necessary information clearly and effectively orally or in writing; demonstrates attention to, and conveys understanding of, the comments and questions of others; and listens effectively. Demonstrates the ability to develop audiovisual presentations to both internal and external audiences.

Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrates a high level of conscientiousness; holds oneself personally responsible for one's own work; and does fair share of work. Complies with procedures and understands the importance of maintaining and managing confidential and proprietary information.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; supports everyone's efforts to succeed; attends, supports, and participates in all team building exercises and events.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Seeks the continuous improvement of technological business processes and services; explores out-of-the-box methods and is open to experimenting with new ideas; uses data, knowledge, and strategic decision-making to generate new and innovative solutions.

Qualifications
Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, or related field.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience managing the implementation of medium to large-scale complex capital improvement programs. Experience with renovation of public/affordable housing preferable.
• Experience utilizing a team approach to development and conflict resolution strategies.
• Must have the ability to learn and use cloud applications such as Google GSuite applications including but not limited to: Google Chrome Browser, Gmail, Drive, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, and Slides. Understanding document sharing and collaboration in the cloud. Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, cloud-accessible applications to include but not limited to One drive, Outlook, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint or MAC or PC desktop equivalent is acceptable.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check, education, and work history verification, and drug screening test.

Preferred Requirements:

• Architectural or Engineering Texas state license or Construction Manager certification desired.
• Ability to learn cloud technologies such as LucidChart for diagram, workflow, and chart drawing. Experience with Vizio or equivalent is acceptable. Basic understanding of Virtual Private Network (VPN) access to connect to internal business systems.

License and Certifications: 

• Texas Class “C” driver’s license at the time of placement and must be insurable by the Housing Authority’s liability and fleet insurance carrier.
• Must have the ability to earn certifications as required by assigned tasks.

Technical Skills:

• To perform this job successfully, the employee should have:
• Ability to negotiate costs and proposals requested from contractors and architects
• Ability to provide independent construction cost estimates
• Ability to provide conflict resolution in a professional, contractual, and timely manner
• Ability to effectively collaborate with, and lead, stakeholders and the construction team in the development, design, and implementation of construction projects.
• HUD and Capital Fund Programs rules and regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong understanding of construction industry contracting practices and processes.
• Highly competent in the use of Google Apps, and Microsoft Office suite of programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Ability to effectively plan and coordinate multiple resources, contractors, stakeholders, and tasks.
• General understanding of residential construction methods and standards.
• Understands the Mission, Vision, and Values of the agency, and directs work within these guiding principles and operational framework.

Physical Demands: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• To perform this job successfully, the employee is frequently required to remain in a stationary position. Daily movements include sitting; standing; operating computers and other office equipment; moving about the office; and attending onsite and offsite meetings. The employee must be able to communicate via email and verbally via telephone. The employee must occasionally transport up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment :
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Office and construction site environments.
• Driving a vehicle to conduct work.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information and make presentations.
• Seeing to conduct inspections.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard.
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time; Walking during site visits.
• Contact with dissatisfied, rude, or abusive individuals.

Office environment:

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• High level of interaction with external/internal clients
• May be required to work at different properties or sites for interim periods to support business needs

Outside environment 

• Subject to environmental elements when conducting visits to various sites or participating in outside events.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

About LOD Staffing:

Labor On Demand, Inc. is a knowledgeable and passionate employment agency based in San Antonio, Texas. For nearly two decades, we have strived to bring the right people together with the right jobs. Whether it is an opportunity to a new career, seasonal work, or a part-time gig to provide extra income, we take great pride in matching you with a position that satisfies your employment needs. Join our team today, and let us help you find your next exciting career opportunity. We look forward to meeting you

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