Job description
PMA has immediate openings for a full-time, multi-year Project Manager / Owner’s Project Manager (OPM) supporting major building rehabilitation, sustainability, and/or new construction projects within the transportation, maritime, and aviation sectors in the metro Boston area. The successful candidate will join PMA’s established OPM team and will work primarily on-site. This role is responsible for managing multiple projects through the full lifecycle—from planning and procurement through design, construction, and closeout.
This is a multi-year, full-time assignment based at the client’s office. A hybrid work schedule may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis with strong client influence.
Organizational Responsibilities
- Leads multiple capital improvement projects through all phases of the project lifecycle, from inception through closeout.
- Prepares, coordinates, and reviews Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for design consultants, engineering services, and general contractors.
- Supports client leadership in the solicitation, procurement, evaluation, and selection process for A/E and construction services.
- Provides technical and professional assistance in ranking and evaluating proposals, including leading or supporting interview and selection processes.
- Drives contract and fee negotiations with architects/engineers (A/Es) and general contractors (GCs).
- Collaborates with design consultants during the design phase to ensure conformance with scope, schedule, and budget.
- Manages consultant, contractor, and engineering services during the construction phase, maintaining alignment with project goals and client expectations.
- Coordinates and secures all necessary internal and external project approvals, permits, and stakeholder sign-offs.
- Manages communications and expectations across all key stakeholder groups, including client personnel, regulatory agencies, third-party partners, and community stakeholders.
- Provides supervision, direction, and mentorship to assistant project managers, resident engineers, field staff, and support personnel.
- Maintains responsibility for managing the project schedule and project budget in tandem, ensuring adherence throughout all project phases.
- Routinely follows up on outstanding action items, tracks progress, and ensures timely resolution of project issues.
- Attends client and project team meetings; prepares meeting minutes, reports, presentations, and project communication documents.
- Prepares and presents periodic progress reports, status updates, and project documentation to client leadership.
- Performs other related duties as required to support the client and overall project success.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field required.
- 5+ years of experience supporting design and construction projects as part of a project management or OPM team.
- Strong understanding of project design and construction processes required; experience with Massachusetts transportation, aviation, or maritime programs preferred.
- Experience and knowledge of the Massachusetts public bidding process and applicable public bidding laws (e.g., MGL Ch. 25A, 149, 149A) strongly preferred.
- Ability to work full time, Monday through Friday, as required by client commitments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong proficiency in interpreting plans and specifications.
- Demonstrated ability to stay organized, manage competing priorities, and drive multiple action items simultaneously.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, MS Excel, MS Teams, and SharePoint required.
- Working knowledge of PMWeb or Procore preferred.
- Working knowledge of Primavera P6 or similar scheduling software preferred.
- Ability to pass a security background check required.
- Strong client-service orientation, with the ability to represent PMA professionally within a large, multi-stakeholder environment.
Additional Requirements
Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.
About PMA
At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.
We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.
We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.
As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.”
PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
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