Senior Engineering Project Manager (SPM)

Demonstrating the love of Jesus Christ through empowering excellent AEC professionals to provide superior service.

Our Values – How We Will Accomplish This Mission

Our Core Values are the tools we use and the behaviors we exhibit as Employees of Above Group.

They describe how we work together to achieve this special place we’re developing and how they make us uniquely successful.

• Christian Values - We demonstrate humility, honesty, integrity, respect, kindness, and a sense of social responsibility.
• Uncompromising Quality – We provide excellent results all the time, every time.
• Buffalo – We take initiative running toward and owning challenges.
• Extreme Team – We are accountable to each other to continuously grow and succeed.

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) for Above Group shall contribute and support leadership of Project Management efforts consisting of full discipline AE and cross discipline Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP/FP) projects for the firm.

The PM shall be a graduated engineer or architect from an ABET accredited institution who shall directly contribute to the Firm and its success through project management efforts.

The PM is also responsible for contributing to the growth of the team by leading and mentoring subordinate staff in expanding their capabilities and contributions.

The PM will be responsible for the five phases of project management which includes conception and initiation, planning, execution, performance/monitoring, and project close.

• Manage scope, schedule, and budget for all projects to which they are assigned; this includes managing external design sub consultants and internal design teams.
• Create and interpret information set forth in a Basis of Design, design criteria documents, reports, and other high quality highly technical written documents as needed.
• Maintain a clear line of communication between clients, contractors and project managers on all current and future projects.
• Conduct quality control checklists-i.e., review drawings, specs and narratives for project managers.
• Revise and correct any oversights on drawings, specs and narratives.
• Facilitate and engage with new clients in support of business development activities, including support for project interviews, technical writing for project proposals, and detailed government fee proposals
• Work on contracts to provide for the sub-consultant and coordinate with them to gain approval on contracts and distribute for signatures.
• Keep up-to-date documentation and record keeping of the VA standards and codes.
• Ensure project records are always up to date, staff that are visiting job sites, and timelines of all projects.
• Keep a record of schedules and calendars with project deadlines for design teams.
• Ensure response times for RFIs and Submittals are above the company standard.
• Maintain record of all communication and work pieces discussed with contractors.
• Contribute to the development of company-wide standards and processes.
• Provide mentorship towards junior and senior employees.
• Ensure the submission of timesheets for employees under your supervision.
• Market and network the company’s services by helping to coordinate public relations and engaging with potential future clients.
• Attend and network at conferences and industry events, acting as a representative of the company.

Key Characteristics of the Ideal Senior Project Manager (SPM)

Called – A strong sense of knowing who you are (i.e., gifts, talents, competencies) and how you are to spend your life.

We fulfill our calling by being excellent at what God designed us to be and we diligently pursue it.

Practice Servant Leadership – Leaders at Above Group are called to serve.

We realize that effective leadership starts on the inside.

We demonstrate that we are willing to do what others are unwilling to do.

We will practice a Servant Leadership character that enriches the lives of others.

A Commitment to Above Group – An understanding of and a commitment to the special purpose, mission, and beliefs of Above Group and will have a value system compatible with our values.

People Abilities – Deep interest and care for people with an understanding of their primary interests, aims, strengths, and motivations.

Working with Customers – A demonstrated ability to accomplish results through collaboration with and development of strong relationships with our customers.

Organizational Skills – An ability to organize his/her own thoughts and work, while continually growing a results-oriented team.

Ability to win the confidence of colleagues and office staff that demonstrates a well-functioning department.

Insight and Strategy – A focused sense of strategy, (i.e., possessing the knowledge and sixth sense for how to implement our mutual goals).

The ability to set realistic objectives and achieve them.

A Sense of Timing – An intuitive sense of timing and appropriateness in relation to people and projects.

Work Capacity – Sufficient physical and emotional energy to deliver the results necessary to advance our mission.

Self-Starter – Creates ideas and follow through without prodding. (Balanced with judgment and knowing when and how to ask for assistance and counsel).

Enthusiasm – A heartfelt passion for the work we do, which displays optimism – but not overselling and overstating.

Character – A level of impeccable integrity that permeates others.

Passion – The Above Group Vision will be irresistible to the right person.

People skills, organizational and communication abilities must be truly remarkable, this person will be excellent at vision-casting in a manner that inspires others to join with us and develop solid relationships.

• Must display high levels of confidentiality, integrity and dependability.
• Proficient knowledge of computers, Microsoft Suite, i.e., Outlook, Word and Excel, and Microsoft Project.
• Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD, and utilizing WBS and EVM frameworks.
• Proficient knowledge in managing workflow for MEP/FP designers and engineers in the AEC industry.
• Knowledgeable with applying PMI methodologies.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills to edit design specifications and respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) incorporating information from project documents.
• Strong work ethic, ability to work independently/self-motivated, as well as in a collaborative team setting, highly organized, and detailed-oriented.
• Strong project management, strategic planning and problem-solving skills, and able to multi-task.
• Strong time management and the ability to be flexible with schedules and duties.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and discretion with respect to important matters.

The Senior Project Manager shall meet the following minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture or related field, preferred
• Minimum of 10 years experience (post degree) working for an MEP Engineering Firm or an AE Firm
• Professional Engineering (PE) License or Registered Architect (AIA)
• Previous experience in managing workflow for MEP/FP designers and engineers in the Healthcare or Science/Technology fields
• Operational Experience in both REVIT and AutoCAD
• Operational experience with Microsoft Project
• PMI PMP Certification desired but not required
• Excellent Communication skills, both oral and written
• This position is located in Ellicott City, MD. Local candidates will be given the option to work in the office or hybrid.
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident of the U.S.