Why CDM Smith?:
The Perry Group, Ltd., a CDM Smith company, is a full-service, design-build, general construction and construction management firm. PGL provides full-service solutions - plant betterment, facilities and infrastructure improvements, comprehensive environmental and water services and specialty offerings to various industries.
Job Description:
Job Objective
Leads and develops a team of Design-Build Project Managers responsible for the successful delivery of complex heavy industrial / power projects. Provides strategic oversight, technical guidance, commercial leadership, and project governance to ensure projects are executed safely, profitably, and in accordance with client requirements, contractual obligations, and company standards. Ensures consistent application of project management best practices, risk management strategies, commercial controls, and design-build execution methodologies across project portfolios while driving successful business outcomes and long-term client relationships.
Project Delivery Leadership
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Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Design-Build Project Managers responsible for major heavy industrial projects.
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Establish project delivery expectations, performance standards, and execution strategies that support successful project outcomes.
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Monitor project portfolios to ensure achievement of scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contractual requirements.
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Provide guidance on project startup, execution planning, commissioning, and closeout activities.
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Support resolution of complex project issues, technical challenges, and client concerns.
Design-Build Governance & Oversight
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Promote consistent implementation of design-build best practices, project management procedures, and delivery methodologies.
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Review project health indicators and key performance metrics to identify risks, opportunities, and corrective actions.
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Ensure project managers maintain effective controls for scope management, schedule performance, cost management, risk mitigation, and change management.
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Participate in project reviews, risk assessments, and executive reporting.
Commercial & Financial Management
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Provide oversight of project financial performance, including revenue, profitability, cash flow, forecasts, and contingency management.
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Support contract negotiations, commercial strategy development, and change order management.
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Guide project managers in evaluating project risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
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Assist with resolution of significant contractual, commercial, or claims-related matters.
Staff Leadership & Development
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Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing project management professionals.
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Conduct performance evaluations, establish development plans, and support career progression of project management staff.
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Promote knowledge sharing, lessons learned, and professional development initiatives.
Client & Business Leadership
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Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, contractors, and stakeholders.
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Support business development activities, pursuits, interviews, and proposal efforts.
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Participate in project execution planning during pursuit, pre-award, and contract negotiation phases.
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Serve as an executive sponsor or senior advisor on strategic projects and client accounts.
Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement
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Champion a culture of safety, quality, and accountability across all projects.
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Ensure compliance with applicable company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
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Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery efficiency, consistency, and client satisfaction.
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Lead implementation of lessons learned and best practices across project teams.
Qualifications:
Twelve (12) or more years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree.
Amount of Travel Required: 20% - 40% EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Massachusetts Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Additional Compensation : FALSE Visa Sponsorship Available : No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position
