Senior Project Manager

About the Role

We take a highly collaborative approach to our work. We work closely with owners, architects and the entire planning team well before ground is broken; providing cost analyses, scheduling information, and value engineering services to ensure that our client can make informed decisions leading to a timely finish of the highest quality and the best value. This position will be responsible for directing, overseeing and coordinating the activities of their team in the Construction Management and General Contracting marketplace. • Assists in proposal writing, reviews project proposal, drawings and plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources to various phases of project. • Coordinates pre-construction services for projects. • Assists in directing strategic planning and provides leadership role in business development and client relations. • Reviews project activities, costs, operations and forecast data to determine team or division progress toward achievement of stated goals and objectives. • Assists Director of Operations with work assignments, distribution of projects, managing project managers and ensuring timely completion and meaningful project profitability. • Develops and maintains relationships with new and existing clients to assure their continued satisfaction and works to build a continuing positive image for the Company. • Establishes a growing network of business associates, subcontractors and related vendors. • Coordinates with Marketing to help sell Kraus-Anderson (KA) capabilities as well providing leads and recommending individuals and organizations for KA services. • Confers with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority; coordinates activities with project staff to ensure project progress within prescribed budget and provides technical advice to resolve problems. • Provides daily, weekly and monthly schedule support to project team to preserve the Contract and Project Schedule. • Prepares project reports for management, clients and others and reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required. • Coordinates project activities with activities of governmental regulatory or other governmental agencies. • Meets regularly with Finance to assure projects are progressing as scheduled and within budget. • Completes and manages work in accordance to the KA Project Managers’ Manual. • Provides guidance and ongoing feedback to team members, manages their performance and is available to team members when they would like to go through an Individual Development Plan. • Provides feedback regularly and provides recognition when it is due. • Creates a positive and uplifting team environment • Navigate between office building floors, and on occasion, attend off-site meetings

Key Responsibilities

• ▸proposal writing
• ▸pre-construction
• ▸cost analysis
• ▸schedule support
• ▸project reporting
• ▸client relations

What You Bring

Physical demands include the ability to clearly communicate information, stand or sit for extended periods, use computer equipment in an office setting, navigate between office floors and attend off‑site meetings, and lift up to 25 lb unassisted. • Maintains memberships or affiliations in civic and professional organizations that may assist incumbents in personal growth or relationship development. • Bachelor’s degree from four year college/university or equivalent • Minimum of 10 years related work experience • Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) and knowledge of project management software • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service • Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals • Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures • Ability to possess and maintain exceptional work ethic as well as uphold company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others • Four year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related degree • Knowledge of ViewPoint software • Valid Driver's License, ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record, and ability to adhere to the KA Motor Vehicle Policy. • Travel 25-75%; depending on job • Clearly communicate information (both written and verbal) to colleagues and key stakeholders • Stand and/or sit in a stationary position for extended periods of time; 50%+ • Use a computer/laptop/iPad in open office environment with natural and/or florescent lighting • Lift up to 25 lbs. unassisted

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸10+ years
• ▸ms office
• ▸project management
• ▸viewpoint
• ▸construction mgmt

Benefits

Kraus-Anderson offers an opportunity to make an immediate impact with an industry leader! Salary Range: $125,000 to $185,000 annually, plus auto allowance and discretionary incentive program. Pay is based on many factors including but not limited to education, skill, experience, training, certifications, and other business needs. We offer a challenging, rewarding, and supportive environment where employees are positioned to make a positive impact on our business, our communities, and their own future. We believe in building leaders. KA provides enrichment and professional growth opportunities through KA University and community service opportunities via the KA Has Heart Volunteer Program. • Medical insurance Plan Options • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) • Flex Spending Accounts (FSA) • Wellness Program • Fitness Center (Minneapolis) • KA University Training and Development • 401(k) Plan • Company sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability • Company sponsored Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance • Time Off including vacation, sick and holiday pay • Workplace Flexibility • Paid Parental Leave • Paid Military Leave for Active Reserve Duty • Part time/Transition Options • Free Parking

Work Environment

Onsite