Project Manager Iii - New Facility Development

Job Title: Technical Program/Project Manager III - New Facility Development
Place of Performance: Austin, TX
Period of Performance: Full-Time
Job Description:
The Technical Program/Project Manager III - New Facility Development reports directly to the Director, New Facility Development. This job is responsible for the project management of engineering, design, and construction projects and activities under the supervision of the Director, New Facility Development. Design and construction activities are associated with the Capital Improvement Plan and the Project Connect program, as well as coordination with outside agencies and parties whose projects may influence or impact facilities. Projects generally include complex facility projects such as administrative offices, vehicle maintenance facilities for bus and rail vehicles, operational facilities, warehouses, repairs and renovations, etc.
Responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, and manage assigned complex Capital Projects. Includes defining scope and programming.
• Direct and evaluate services provided by professional consultants, including Architects and Engineers. Review and oversee development of plans, specification, and estimates provided by design consultants.
• Prepare scopes of work and independent cost estimates for professional services and review proposals submitted by design consultants.
• Act as primary liaison with design consultants for resolution of design issues and production of contract and construction documents.
• Assist the Procurement Department with the procurement of construction contractors and vendors; participate in the bidding process and participate in the pre-bid meetings.
• Act as primary liaison for jurisdictional approvals and permits as may be necessary to implement projects.
• Develop project budgets, monitor project expenditures, and approve payments to consultants and contractors. Determine cash-flow projections for the project execution and compare actual expenditures monthly. Review monthly invoices. Maintain accurate project /program financial records.
• Assist Project Controls personnel with monitoring schedule, budget, and document control information for assigned projects.
• Provide routine reports on the status of assigned projects; provide internal and external presentations.
• Direct and oversee construction projects and serve as the primary contact between owner, contractor, designer, permitting jurisdictions, utility companies, and quality control testing.
• Act as liaison with internal and external organizations; represent the client with jurisdictional authorities including federal, state, county, and city staff and elected officials, plus general public.
• Conduct construction field visits and inspections and monitor compliance with project specifications. Oversee manager other construction vendors and contractors. Direct work changes and stoppages when appropriate, and monitor progress and quality of work.
• Duties may include assignments on other capital improvement program projects, such as railroad infrastructure, stations, bus, park-n-rides, renovations to existing buildings, and utilities.
• Support the Transportation Authority's Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by following safety and security policies, considering safety in every action and reporting safety and security concerns.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related focus. Related experience may substitute for the required education on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in facilities engineering, design and/or construction or project-management.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Licensed Texas Professional engineer or architecture preferred.
• LEED AP or similar certification is beneficial.
• Experience in the use of MS Office and spreadsheet software.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have excellent organizational, communication and team management skills.
• Strong analytical abilities and the ability to work effectively with staff, consultants, community, and policy making boards.
• Knowledge of construction and project management methods and practices
• General experience and knowledge of computer aided drafting and design technology.
• Skill in reading and interpreting construction documents, designs, survey reports, construction specifications, contract and project management documents
• Skill in analyzing and applying technical information
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, contractors, governmental entities, and the general public.
• Ability to apply sound engineering or architectural judgment based on considerable experience and knowledge of construction.
• General knowledge of sustainability features and approaches.

Work Environment:
Work is generally performed in an office environment in which there is only minimal exposure to unpleasant and/or hazardous working conditions. This position works with multiple project timelines and is responsible for managing employees performing work of a complex nature. This job requires visits to construction sites to observe and oversee progress of the work; the incumbent must be able to safely navigate construction sites.
Incumbents must have the ability to stand and sit frequently throughout an eight-hour period, reach vertically for overhead use as well as horizontally. Must be able to use a telephone or headset equipment.
Incumbents must be able to lift and move material weighing up to 20 lbs., perform work at a computer terminal for 6-8 hours a day, and function in an environment with constant interruptions.
The position may infrequently require working outside of normal business hours for community meetings, public events, etc. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions as previously described.
Mobility Status:
As a mobile position, the incumbent is expected to work in the office as needed. There will be access to touchdown/collaboration spaces when on site. Must be in-office for socialization, strategic collaboration, supervision, oversight, and accountability as needed. This position may be Stationed during the first 6 months.
About Us:
InterSources Inc, a Certified Diverse Supplier, was founded in 2007 and offers innovative solutions to help clients with Digital Transformations across various domains and industries. Our history spans over 16 years and today we are an Award-Winning Global Software Consultancy solving complex problems with technology. We recognize that our employees and our clients are our strengths as the diverse talents and opportunities they bring to the table enable us to grow as a global platform and they are causally linked with our success. We provide strategic and technical advice, and we have expertise in areas covering Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Migration, Custom Software Development, Data Analytics Infrastructure & Cloud Solutions, Cyber Security Services, etc. We make reasonable accommodations for clients and employees and we do not discriminate based on any protected attribute including race, religion, color, national origin, gender sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or marital status. We also are a Google Cloud partner company. We align strategy with execution and provide secure service solutions by developing and using the latest technologies that thrive our resources to deliver industry-leading capabilities to our clients and customers, making it convenient for our clients to do business with InterSources Inc. Our teams also drive growth by refining technology-driven client experiences that put the users first, providing an unparalleled experience. This results in strengthening the core technologies of clients, enabling them to scale with flexibility, create seamless digital experiences and build lifelong relationships.