At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 20 ranking in ENR. With over 50 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

In this role, you will be a member our rapidly growing Program & Project Management team. The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it’s no wonder why we've achieved such immense success. 

We are looking for an Associate Director in Sacramento, CA to support the Senior Director on a number of projects with an emphasis on K-12 and healthcare sectors. We are looking for a go-getter, Senior Project Manager, ready to take the next step in their career. Come join our team!

• Work closely with and under the direction of the Senior Director to accomplish strategic goals.
• Supports the Senior Director in the review and control of project budgets, schedules, and costs to ensure conformance with authorized scope, time, and budget requirements.
• Oversee the execution of multiple programs and projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Build and maintain relationships with key clients to ensure client satisfaction. Understand clients' needs and ensure that the firm delivers value while managing expectations.
• Address and resolve any issues that may arise during program and project execution to ensure the quality of deliverables.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to project managers and other team members. Support in recruitment, training, and professional development of the project management team. Foster a positive team culture.
• Contribute to the financial forecasting and budgeting for the division ensuring profitability.
• Identify potential business opportunities and partnerships. Contribute to proposal development and presentations.
• Constantly assess and refine project management methodologies and tools used by the firm. Support in implementing best practices and ensure consistency across projects.
• Identify potential risks in projects and develop mitigation strategies. Ensure that the firm remains compliant with relevant regulations and standards.
• Act as a liaison between senior management and the project teams. Regularly report to Senior Director about project statuses, challenges, and achievements.
• Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of a program and projects.
• Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to our project teams.
• Guide clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on the incorporation of ownership priorities into the design, construction logistics, and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.
• Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.
• Manage overall project budget and schedule. Report to project team and client on a regular basis.
• Lead our project teams in the selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms.
• Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the owner.

• Supporting clients in California K-14 and/or Healthcare markets is highly preferred.
• Certified Construction Management (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) certifications are preferred.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years' of full-time professional experience in the management and administration of various programs and projects under programs to include, scope development, planning and design, budget and funding allocation and close-out.
• Minimum six (6) years’ of experience in managing programs in a public or educational agency, with full responsibility for coordinating complex activities.
• Experience using various project management tools like Procore, MS Project, Sharepoint, Bluebeam, and other toolsets.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills. Develop and maintain both a communication style and relationship that fits the client’s preferred style.
• The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units.
• Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.

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