About VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer - Project & Cost Managers:
VVA - Part of Drees & Sommer - Project & Cost Management is a consultative, service-driven management firm focused on representing ownership, across many development sectors, through the design and construction process. Founded in 1994 with offices around the country, VVA manages over $5B annually in construction volume across the US.

Our team is growing in scale. We are entrepreneurial, engaged and fully committed to our community at large. We proudly uphold our trusted advisor status via steadfast representation of incredibly professional, high caliber clients. Our relationships – client, colleague, and industry partner – are treated with the utmost respect as we work collectively towards a common goal. We celebrate the success of our colleagues, their exposure to new challenges and opportunities within the organization, and work-life balance.

If you are a seasoned professional within our industry’s ecosystem looking to grow your career, help shape the growth of our office, and operate as a key team contributor, VVA welcomes the opportunity to connect - hear about you - and share more about working with the VVA team.

For more information, please see https://www.vvallc.com/

We are seeking Senior Project Managers for locations in Washington DC as well as Beaverton, Oregon. These Candidates must have:

A well-informed understanding of construction logic, phasing and interdependencies.
Can comfortably and effectively lead meetings and guide diversely disciplined project teams.
Has strong presentation and interpersonal skills, communicating with professional poise, clarity and thoughtfulness, earning the confidence of high-profile clients and industry partners.
Has excellent analytical and technical skills with strong attention to detail.
Is highly motivated, empowered by a strong independent work ethic and comfortable managing tight deadlines.
Is well adept at navigating MS Excel, MS Project and budget management.
Has 5-10 years of experience in construction project management, architecture, mechanical engineering design, construction management and/or consulting.
Has graduated with a Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) from College or University in a technical area of study

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as Owners Representative with primary responsibility for all phases of various related projects/program.
Assist in the development and management of a portfolio of projects, reporting, strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the client.
Operate as a trusted project resource and guide, leading project meetings, communicating with extended teams and keeping all parties on task towards project success.
Develop and support project plans and schedules that represent the appropriate level of detail and task interdependencies.
Compile and analyze data and develop summary reports/presentations.
Develop and update project budgets and schedules; generate analytical summary reports that speak to potential risks and recommended mitigation measures.
Development and update of project plans governing communication, risk, roles and responsibilities, etc.
Development and distribution of project status reports, dashboards, meeting minutes, action item logs, etc. to project stakeholders.
Lead the continuous evaluation of contract scope of work as the project progresses against the goals, expectations, and the needs of the client, and make adjustments as necessary.
Assist in monitoring project cost control, including the development of the project budget and regular updating and reporting to clients on the forecast for costs.
Review, understand, and manage procedures for handling changes to the contract documents, monthly valuations, drawing submissions, change orders, substitutions, etc.
Document the status of the project, all meetings and correspondence as a means to properly communicate within the project team and develop the project documents.
Demonstrate an ability to read, understand and apply standard to complex documents affecting real estate projects, including but not limited to: agreements/contracts, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys and drawings.
Interface directly with clients to define project requirements. Prepares scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimate & budget, cash flow, work plan schedule & milestones, quality control, and risk identification.
Facilitate and maintain communications with and between the Team members and the client on a continuous and as-needed basis, ensuring Project Team members communicate in an effective manner.
Track progress of each project against goals, objectives, approved budgets, approved timelines. Report status and variances. Create action plans to meet objectives, budget and schedule.
Research appropriate technologies and apply technical knowledge to ensure effective delivery of project requirements.

Please note this description is not designed to include a comprehensive listing of actual activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

VVA, LLC - Part of Drees & Sommer - is diverse company, and an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Successful candidates must be able to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. Nothing in this job posting should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $165,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Cell phone reimbursement
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20006

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