Facilities Project Manager

Job#: 3018060

Job Description:

Position: Facilities/Construction Project Manager

DIRECT HIRE

Location: Morristown New Jersey

Position Overview:

This position is accountable for all aspects of engineering and architectural work for new construction, renovations and additions to portfolio of buildings and building systems. This position is specifically responsible for all critical facilities and infrastructure including Data Centers, Emergency Operating facilities, and Transmission Dispatch and Regional Dispatch facilities. This position will also have responsibility for facilities at Fossil and Nuclear Power Plants. The scope of this position is engineering work, including all aspects of Facilities Project Design and managing, monitoring, and controlling projects to ensure that they safely achieve the Project deliverables within the approved scope, cost and schedule.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 3+ years professional work experience required with project design/management experience preferred
• Strong project management skills are required with a demonstrated ability to develop, manage and control multiple projects and tasks
• Experience in the design and analysis of building systems (HVAC projects, renovations, plumbing design, etc.)
• Working knowledge of building operating systems, health and safety issues, architectural and engineering disciplines, financial objectives, construction practices, construction documentation and industry related information technology preferred.
• Experience with Project Management tools such as Primavera, MS Project, etc., with related Scheduling/Resource Planning expertise is a plus
• Ability to read, interpret and understand facilities architectural and engineering drawings (AutoCAD preferred)
• Education:Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required - Civil, Electrical and Mechanical, Industrial and Electro-Mechanical disciplines
• Professional engineer certification a plus
• Additional Nice to have:Possess a working knowledge of codes and standards
• Detailed Project Controls experience is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Project Scheduler and AutoCAD experience preferred
• Proficiency in engineering economics and budgeting
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi task, prioritize and meet deadlines
• In-depth knowledge of architectural, electrical, mechanical and energy management standards preferred
• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, process management and process improvement
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical ability to resolve complex technical issues are required
• Successful candidate must be a team player and possess a willingness to work in a team environment with an ability to work cross functionally
• Positive attitude and proactive behavior
• Must be willing to travel to assigned project locations throughout the service territory
• Responsibilities: Project Management in - HVAC systems, Electrical systems, Roof replacements, Emergency Generator projects, Above Ground Storage Tanks, Concrete and Asphalt paving projects, Facade projects and New Building construction
• Develop architectural and engineering design packages for facilities and facility assets for new builds, modifications or additions (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building envelope, site work, etc.) across all Business Units from initial concept through detailed design, construction, start up and turn over
• Review Project documents for clarity and completeness - examples include scope documents, performance specifications, project plan, contracts, equipment and constructions bid packages, requisitions, Bills of Material or Material Requests for Issue, Task Authorizations, and Engineering Work Requests
• Perform detailed performance analysis of facilities
• Establish Project and contract budgets and review for adequacy and completeness. Initiate and ensure budget revisions made and documented when required
• Ensure change management protocols are followed
• Coordinate all phases of detail designs, specifications, procurement, and bid evaluation and award process
• Provide project status reports. Recurring, standard reports and ad hoc reports that address status of scope, budget and schedule and that identifies risks and issues and outlines mitigation strategy
• Obtain concurrence (or buy-in) from affected departments to support the proposed schedule and resource requirements. Review and approval of Project Plans
• Establish and validate project estimates including contingency
• Develop, with input of the project team, the strategic and tactical execution plan for the project
• Monitor and/or report contractor resource levels
• Ensure adequacy of Project Team membership and participation. Responsible for overseeing the activities of consultants and contractors assigned
• Understand the terms of the contract and associated documentation of services under the contract/purchase order. Upon mobilization to the site, reviews applicable topics during Pre-Mobilization/Pre-Construction meetings
• Responsible for the quality assurance and control of the Project, including identification of quality requirements, responsibility for QA program and if required, review and approval process for contractor provided procedures
• Communicate Project goals, priorities and decisions to the Leadership Team
• Ensure Project challenge meetings, peer reviews and assessments are performed
• Develop and update Project schedule
• Identify and notify the Project Team of additional resources or requirements necessary to meet the Project scope or schedule.
• Document design and field revisions
• Ensure Project close-out and lessons-learned reviews are completed. Participate in audit of completed projects to evaluate whether identified objectives and benefits have been realized
• Provide technical support to operations groups as required
• Develop and maintain engineering specifications incorporating current technology and practices
• Maintain a high level of safety commitment throughout day-to-day functions

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.