Position Open in Three Locations: Tifton, GA; Atlanta, GA; and Macon, GA

CGL is a provider of justice facility planning, design, and program management and maintenance solutions to justice facilities and other public facilities throughout the U.S. and internationally.

A Brief Overview

Reporting to the Sr. Program Manager, Project Executive, or Project Director, the Program Manager has all the duties and responsibilities of the overall coordination of the assigned projects to ensure timely and profitable completion in a professional manner. With most project agreements, the Program Manager will be located onsite and active in the daily management of the project. When assigned the overall management responsibility for a project(s) by the Sr. Program Manager, Project Executive, and/or Project Director, the Program Manager has full authority over that assigned project(s).

What You Will Do

• Responsible for the overall Owner representation with regard to managing the contract agreements between the Owner and the project architects, engineers, construction managers/contractors, and other consultants and project team members.
• Responsible for the ongoing review and approval of the project budget and schedule, as well as the management thereof with the project team to ensure on-time and within-budget project completion.
• Responsible for the preparation and delivery to the Owner of the monthly control report deliverable.
• Additional reporting requirements to the Sr. Program Manager, Project Executive, and/or Project Director shall include, but not necessarily be limited to the following:
  • Projected problem areas and suggested solutions;
  • Problems outside the realm of responsibility or situations requiring additional staff;
  • Personnel performance; and
  • Legal issues and/or problems.
• Responsible for the establishment of the project quality control plan and the management thereof.
• Responsible for the establishment of the project work plan and the coordination thereof.
• Supervise and direct other project management staff as follows:
  • Review job progress and cost reports regularly;
  • Guide, advise, and assist them to meet job requirements;
  • Adhere to progress schedules;
  • Complete jobs within budgets; and
  • Hold them accountable for results.
• Negotiate and resolve all change orders with the project team members in a timely manner. Coordinate pricing of change orders with the project team if necessary.
• Coordinate Owner’s approval and resolution of all change orders with the project team in order to keep the project within budget and on time. Adjust the project budget for these changes as they occur.
• Be on location and/or visit the project site on a regular basis to review problems, actual progress against schedule, compliance with plans and specifications, and the quality of work being performed.
• Ensure compliance with approved Safety and EEO programs, as well as small and minority business requirements, on all assigned projects.
• Assist in the review and approval of all project team member invoices.
• Support and oversee the preparation of bid/pricing document packages for miscellaneous projects.
• Provide and support the preparation of overall project budgets.
• Provide and support the preparation of project cost estimates for miscellaneous projects.
• Coordinate with the Project construction manager or contractor to ensure projects are properly manned to meet schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate and oversee project closeout and occupancy for the Owner, including the delivery of all project as-built documents, operations and maintenance manuals, and the establishment of the warranty management plan.
• Participate in and oversee project meetings.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Required
• Bachelor's Degree in Building Science, Building Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or other related discipline Preferred
• 4-6 years of project management experience Required
• Capable of developing and maintaining project schedules and timelines.
• Knowledgeable in construction compliances, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledgeable in construction estimating.
• Strong computer skills, proficient in the use of MS Office products such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; as well as proficiency working with email systems and internet browsers.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop, maintain, and foster relationships at every level among the organization and with external customers, as well as lead and positively influence others.
• Ability to exercise initiative, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to establish priorities and coordinate work activities.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.
• Requires a self-motivated, team player who pays close attention to detail and who has the ability to prioritize in a fast-moving environment.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of different people in a variety of situations.