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Construction Project Manager (Senior level)

Construction Project Manager (Senior level)

DOWLAnchorage, AK, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in-house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction-Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued—we support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Construction Engineering and Inspection

Our Construction Engineering and Inspection team plays a critical role in turning plans into reality—safely, on time, and within budget. We understand that successful construction is a team effort, requiring close coordination between owners, engineers, and contractors. Our experts provide full-service construction administration as well as specialized inspection and testing services for a wide range of infrastructure, including roads, bridges, docks, retaining walls, sign supports, and reservoirs. If you're a detail-oriented professional who thrives in the fast-paced, hands-on environment of construction and takes pride in delivering quality results, we invite you to join a team that’s building with purpose and precision.

Summary

Step into a leadership role as a Construction Project Manager 1, where you'll be responsible for winning, managing, and delivering high-quality, profitable projects that exceed client expectations. This position offers the unique opportunity to guide multidisciplinary efforts from marketing strategy through successful project implementation, all while mentoring junior staff and building strong client relationships. As a seller-doer, you'll merge technical expertise with business development and leadership responsibilities. The role requires a high level of construction knowledge, adaptability, and a collaborative mindset. A Construction Project Manager is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced team members when needed. Due to the field-based nature of this position, applicants must be willing and able to travel away from home for extended periods and work night or weekend shifts as necessary. If you're driven by challenge, growth, and the opportunity to lead impactful projects—this is your next career move.

Job Responsibilities and Duties

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Software

  • Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project) - Proficient
  • Projectwise, Newforma, Deltek Vison, UKG, Bluebeam - Proficient

Technical Expertise

  • Demonstrates clear understanding of project-related technical terms and fundamentals
  • Coordinates resolution of technical issues with project staff
  • Reviews and interprets technical drawings and documents
  • May prepare technical documents as necessary

    • Teamwork, Communication, and Leadership

  • Demonstrates excellent communication and collaboration skills in both a leadership and supporting role.
  • Interact with clients, teaming partners, and contractors resulting in client satisfaction.
  • Takes responsibility for personal and team results and proactively seeks to assist and mentor others.

    • Project Schedule and Delivery

  • Plans and develops a project schedule that balances client needs and internal capacity.
  • Oversees the on-time submittal of technical work products and deliverables.
  • Schedules / leads internal and external project meetings to maintain project progress. Coordinates with resource managers to ensure adequate staffing is assigned to projects.

    • Understanding Scope and Budget

  • Demonstrates full proficiency with preparing scope of work and fee breakdowns that result in financial success for the firm.
  • Monitors project financials, burn rate, and earned value and takes appropriate action to make adjustments as needed. Identifies project change(s) (e.g., scope, schedule, budget, project team, client team) quickly and obtains contract amendments or conducts other change management activities as needed.

    • Business Development, Marketing, and Industry Standards

    Participates in business development and marketing efforts by meeting with clients and teaming partners, identifying leads for future work, identifying which leads are the best to pursue, positioning the firm to win those projects, and collaborating with others to successfully propose and win. Accountable for winning work for the firm.

    Client Interaction

    Frequent communications with clients and teaming partners during project meetings, industry conferences, and other events. Manages communications between client, DOWL, and / or subconsultant staff. Serves as a company ambassador that fosters client satisfaction and loyalty.

    Other

    Other duties as assigned.

    Level of Work / Accountability

    Provides management and leadership for multiple projects of moderate size and complexity. Leads the development of scope, schedule, and budget for projects. Responsible for project quality, client satisfaction, and financial outcomes of assigned projects. Works independently with minimal oversight to complete pursuit development and business development tasks. Follows established procedures and exercises independent judgment on administrative projects under broad minimal management direction.

    Supervisory Duties

    May be a supervisor :

  • Oversees team operations and the daily workflow of the team
  • Organizes workflow and ensures that employees understand their duties or delegated tasks
  • Recruits and hires new employees
  • Implements training for new hires and identifies training opportunities for current staff
  • Communicates information from leadership to employees and vice versa
  • Monitors employee productivity and provides constructive feedback and coaching
  • Sets goals for performance and deadlines in ways that comply with company’s plans and vision and communicates them to employees
  • Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
  • Decides on reward and promotion based on performance
  • Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

    • Education and / or Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • Years of experience required : 6 years (0 years as a PM)
  • Years of experience required with advanced degree : 5 years (0 years as a PM)

    • Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

  • PM : PE, PMP, or equivalent required (depending on discipline)
  • DOWL PM certification required
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record

    • Physical Demands and Work Environment

    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 the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Position may include periodic site visits and inspection work on project sites.

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