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McLeansville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a  Senior Project Manager,  responsible for the construction project execution of multiple small to large-scale utility solar projects. The Senior Project Manager must be proactive to prevent potential problems and work toward mitigation of any issues impacting safety, construction, schedule, and cost.  This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.   The position is project-based with per diem. Site states include, but are not limited to: North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan.  What You'll Do : Accountable for project schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.  Responsible for project safety performance.  Manage all project subcontractors, documentation, and field staff, and identify potential risks.  Responsible for projects completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed performance targets.  Perform design reviews of vendor drawings, calculations, specifications, procedures, and related documents.  Lead and or participate in daily early morning POD meetings. Review and approve project execution plans and project schedules.  Identify and quantify project risks and develop risk mitigation plans.  Monitor and control EPC contractor costs, schedule, and progress.  Analyze and forecast cost and schedule projection reports.  Emphasize QA and technical requirements through performance-based inspections.  Responsible for executing and managing EPC contracts and obligations.  Work with internal teams including project development, engineering, finance, accounting, legal, and field-level construction managers to execute projects.  Schedule regular management meetings and/or job walks to maintain quality control and strong relationships with owners, subs, and project team members.  Establish, update, and communicate project schedules to stakeholders and contractors while managing its implementation.  Assist the CMs and Superintendents with resolution of specific issues and requests.  Manage contract scope and perform change management.  Facilitate purchasing and issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders.  Review and approve project expenditures. Represent company/project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, etc.  Ensure contractors meet BRP safety and quality standards and regularly conduct related inspections and reporting. Coordinate with local AHJs for project licensing/permitting. Must-Haves : 10+ years of progressive experience in Commercial Building Construction, Oil and Gas, Pipeline, or other similar industries as a Construction Project Manager or higher.  Strong project management skills including budget adherence and cost control measures.  Experience dealing with vendors, subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-performance work.  Experience leading successful project teams, including the development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities.  Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts, techniques, and software such as MS-Project, Primavera P6, or other related industry scheduling tools.  Working knowledge of MS Office suite, including advanced use of MS Excel.  Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.  Able to travel for extended periods at various locations.  Experience with directly managing craft labor and equipment.  Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively work with all levels of the organization.  Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving ability.  Possess integrity and commitment to compliance.  Ability to review and understand multi-trade construction drawings and specifications, as well as construction best practices across an array of trades, including surveying, civil, structural, thermal and moisture protection, and electrical construction.  Ability to work independently, multi-task, make decisions, prioritize, and meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.  Strong work ethic, a high degree of detail orientation, and an extreme sense of urgency.  Nice-to-Haves : 4+ years of progressive construction project management experience focused on heavy civil construction. Multi-project execution experience with solar utility projects ranging from 100MW+.  Experience working with unions. Understanding of IRA compliance requirements. Knowledge of IFS ERP. Education and Certifications:   Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, business management, or equivalent professional experience.  Must possess and maintain a current valid driver's license required.  Working Environment and Physical Demand : Project-Based Assignment. The position requires 100% travel to our BRP project site(s).  May require lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds.  Able to travel for extended periods of time to various locations. Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being. The position is project-based with per diem offered. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

McLeansville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a  Senior Project Manager,  responsible for the construction project execution of multiple small to large-scale utility solar projects. The Senior Project Manager must be proactive to prevent potential problems and work toward mitigation of any issues impacting safety, construction, schedule, and cost.  This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.   The position is project-based with per diem. Site states include, but are not limited to: North Carolina, Maryland, Virginia, South Carolina, Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan.  What You'll Do : Accountable for project schedules, budgets, and performance metrics.  Responsible for project safety performance.  Manage all project subcontractors, documentation, and field staff, and identify potential risks.  Responsible for projects completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all technical, commercial, safety regulatory, and environmental requirements to meet or exceed performance targets.  Perform design reviews of vendor drawings, calculations, specifications, procedures, and related documents.  Lead and or participate in daily early morning POD meetings. Review and approve project execution plans and project schedules.  Identify and quantify project risks and develop risk mitigation plans.  Monitor and control EPC contractor costs, schedule, and progress.  Analyze and forecast cost and schedule projection reports.  Emphasize QA and technical requirements through performance-based inspections.  Responsible for executing and managing EPC contracts and obligations.  Work with internal teams including project development, engineering, finance, accounting, legal, and field-level construction managers to execute projects.  Schedule regular management meetings and/or job walks to maintain quality control and strong relationships with owners, subs, and project team members.  Establish, update, and communicate project schedules to stakeholders and contractors while managing its implementation.  Assist the CMs and Superintendents with resolution of specific issues and requests.  Manage contract scope and perform change management.  Facilitate purchasing and issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders.  Review and approve project expenditures. Represent company/project in meetings with clients, subcontractors, etc.  Ensure contractors meet BRP safety and quality standards and regularly conduct related inspections and reporting. Coordinate with local AHJs for project licensing/permitting. Must-Haves : 10+ years of progressive experience in Commercial Building Construction, Oil and Gas, Pipeline, or other similar industries as a Construction Project Manager or higher.  Strong project management skills including budget adherence and cost control measures.  Experience dealing with vendors, subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-performance work.  Experience leading successful project teams, including the development of employees and maintaining relationships with external entities.  Working knowledge of project scheduling concepts, techniques, and software such as MS-Project, Primavera P6, or other related industry scheduling tools.  Working knowledge of MS Office suite, including advanced use of MS Excel.  Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word.  Able to travel for extended periods at various locations.  Experience with directly managing craft labor and equipment.  Advanced written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to effectively work with all levels of the organization.  Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving ability.  Possess integrity and commitment to compliance.  Ability to review and understand multi-trade construction drawings and specifications, as well as construction best practices across an array of trades, including surveying, civil, structural, thermal and moisture protection, and electrical construction.  Ability to work independently, multi-task, make decisions, prioritize, and meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.  Strong work ethic, a high degree of detail orientation, and an extreme sense of urgency.  Nice-to-Haves : 4+ years of progressive construction project management experience focused on heavy civil construction. Multi-project execution experience with solar utility projects ranging from 100MW+.  Experience working with unions. Understanding of IRA compliance requirements. Knowledge of IFS ERP. Education and Certifications:   Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, business management, or equivalent professional experience.  Must possess and maintain a current valid driver's license required.  Working Environment and Physical Demand : Project-Based Assignment. The position requires 100% travel to our BRP project site(s).  May require lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds.  Able to travel for extended periods of time to various locations. Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being. The position is project-based with per diem offered. Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!

Raleigh, North Carolina, Wake County is a remarkable place to call home. Locals enjoy a safe, welcoming community that promotes livability, sustainability, and protection of natural resources. The County rests in the heart of North Carolina with 1,175,021 residents across 835 square miles. Wake County is one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions and is home to Raleigh, the County seat and the state capitol. It’s just a two-hour drive to Wrightsville Beach and four hours from the Great Smokey Mountains. County amenities include beautiful parks and trails, festivals, arts, and cultural events, thriving downtowns and quaint main streets. The General Services Administration (GSA) department oversees facilities and fleet management, criminal justice, facility programming, safety and security, and general government functions. The department is organized into five major service delivery divisions: Administration and Support Services, Facility and Field Services, Fleet Operations, Physical Plant, and Safety and Security. The Director provides leadership, direction and strategy while overseeing all resources, staff and programs in these divisions. They manage the county’s complex and diverse building portfolio and comprehensive fleet and administer annual multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets. The incoming director will develop high-quality business strategies and plans that are in alignment with the Board of Commissioners’ goals and objectives. In addition, they will serve as the primary liaison between Wake County and the North Carolina 10th Judicial District’s Elected Officials (Resident Superior Court Judge, Chief District Court Judge, District Attorney, and Clerk of Court), as well as provide support for criminal justice planning and jail diversion programs. Wake County is seeking an individual that will be strategic and innovative with strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate should have a collaborative mentality and work towards building and maintaining a successful team by setting expectations and providing the tools needed to exceed those expectations. They should be politically savvy, responsive and have a strong commitment to follow through. The director should value and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion as it relates to the department and those they serve.  The position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical), construction management, or related field and a master’s Degree is preferred. Preferred qualifications include being licensed as a NCPE - North Carolina Professional Engineer. Must have eight (8) years of experience in facilities, construction, fleet, portfolio, infrastructure, or budget/CIP management, including at least four (4) years of supervisory experience. Ideally, work experience would be in state/local government and/or university/college system. Wake County offers a salary range of $166,342 – $249,515, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please apply online. For more information on this position, contact: Lissa Barker, Senior Vice President LissaBarker@GovernmentResource.com 817-266-0647 Wake County offers a salary range of $166,342 – $249,515, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Raleigh, North Carolina, Wake County is a remarkable place to call home. Locals enjoy a safe, welcoming community that promotes livability, sustainability, and protection of natural resources. The County rests in the heart of North Carolina with 1,175,021 residents across 835 square miles. Wake County is one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions and is home to Raleigh, the County seat and the state capitol. It’s just a two-hour drive to Wrightsville Beach and four hours from the Great Smokey Mountains. County amenities include beautiful parks and trails, festivals, arts, and cultural events, thriving downtowns and quaint main streets. The General Services Administration (GSA) department oversees facilities and fleet management, criminal justice, facility programming, safety and security, and general government functions. The department is organized into five major service delivery divisions: Administration and Support Services, Facility and Field Services, Fleet Operations, Physical Plant, and Safety and Security. The Director provides leadership, direction and strategy while overseeing all resources, staff and programs in these divisions. They manage the county’s complex and diverse building portfolio and comprehensive fleet and administer annual multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets. The incoming director will develop high-quality business strategies and plans that are in alignment with the Board of Commissioners’ goals and objectives. In addition, they will serve as the primary liaison between Wake County and the North Carolina 10th Judicial District’s Elected Officials (Resident Superior Court Judge, Chief District Court Judge, District Attorney, and Clerk of Court), as well as provide support for criminal justice planning and jail diversion programs. Wake County is seeking an individual that will be strategic and innovative with strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate should have a collaborative mentality and work towards building and maintaining a successful team by setting expectations and providing the tools needed to exceed those expectations. They should be politically savvy, responsive and have a strong commitment to follow through. The director should value and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion as it relates to the department and those they serve.  The position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical), construction management, or related field and a master’s Degree is preferred. Preferred qualifications include being licensed as a NCPE - North Carolina Professional Engineer. Must have eight (8) years of experience in facilities, construction, fleet, portfolio, infrastructure, or budget/CIP management, including at least four (4) years of supervisory experience. Ideally, work experience would be in state/local government and/or university/college system. Wake County offers a salary range of $166,342 – $249,515, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please apply online. For more information on this position, contact: Lissa Barker, Senior Vice President LissaBarker@GovernmentResource.com 817-266-0647 Wake County offers a salary range of $166,342 – $249,515, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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Raleigh, North Carolina, Wake County is a remarkable place to call home. Locals enjoy a safe, welcoming community that promotes livability, sustainability, and protection of natural resources. The County rests in the heart of North Carolina with 1,175,021 residents across 835 square miles. Wake County is one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions and is home to Raleigh, the County seat and the state capitol. It’s just a two-hour drive to Wrightsville Beach and four hours from the Great Smokey Mountains. County amenities include beautiful parks and trails, festivals, arts, and cultural events, thriving downtowns and quaint main streets. The General Services Administration (GSA) department oversees facilities and fleet management, criminal justice, facility programming, safety and security, and general government functions. The department is organized into five major service delivery divisions: Administration and Support Services, Facility and Field Services, Fleet Operations, Physical Plant, and Safety and Security. The Director provides leadership, direction and strategy while overseeing all resources, staff and programs in these divisions. They manage the county’s complex and diverse building portfolio and comprehensive fleet and administer annual multi-million dollar operating and capital budgets. The incoming director will develop high-quality business strategies and plans that are in alignment with the Board of Commissioners’ goals and objectives. In addition, they will serve as the primary liaison between Wake County and the North Carolina 10th Judicial District’s Elected Officials (Resident Superior Court Judge, Chief District Court Judge, District Attorney, and Clerk of Court), as well as provide support for criminal justice planning and jail diversion programs. Wake County is seeking an individual that will be strategic and innovative with strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate should have a collaborative mentality and work towards building and maintaining a successful team by setting expectations and providing the tools needed to exceed those expectations. They should be politically savvy, responsive and have a strong commitment to follow through. The director should value and advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion as it relates to the department and those they serve.  The position requires a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical), construction management, or related field and a master’s Degree is preferred. Preferred qualifications include being licensed as a NCPE - North Carolina Professional Engineer. Must have eight (8) years of experience in facilities, construction, fleet, portfolio, infrastructure, or budget/CIP management, including at least four (4) years of supervisory experience. Ideally, work experience would be in state/local government and/or university/college system. Wake County offers a salary range of $166,342 – $249,515, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Please apply online. For more information on this position, contact: Lissa Barker, Senior Vice President LissaBarker@GovernmentResource.com 817-266-0647 Wake County offers a salary range of $166,342 – $249,515, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Saint Louis, Missouri, Job Title Project Design Manager Job Description Summary The Project Design Manager will be responsible for helping support the client's Design Leader. Job Description Responsibilities: â¢Â Â   Provide support to new construction, reinvestments, rollouts, and the day-to-day needs of our business â¢Â Â   Develop strategies for assigned categories to support clientâ™s ongoing innovation of our restaurant designs while ensuring value, product availability, and quality â¢Â Â   Provide a deep understanding of the total cost of ownership of building materials/assets and will maintain awareness of internal customer needs and supplier capabilities â¢Â Â   Serve as a liaison from Design to Development & Construction, and existing Restaurants (Strategic Reinvestment & FEQ) as it relates to building materials negotiated and sourced by client â¢Â Â   Develop effective relationships with key internal customers to both identify their needs and increase their understanding of sourcing enhancement opportunities â¢Â Â   Review drawing updates to identify new or changing material needs â¢Â Â   Lead cross-functional teams through strategic sourcing process including clear requirement and service level definitions, contract negotiations, supplier selection and management of the commercial aspects of the supplier relationships â¢Â Â   Understand industry best practices and respond to changes in the internal and external business environment to secure the best value from the supply base â¢Â Â   Apply knowledge of contractual terms and conditions to ensure appropriate risk mitigation is addressed in master contracts â¢Â Â   Document program terms and communicates requirements to construction teams and supply partners â¢Â Â   Forecast building construction material requirements to the supplier base â¢Â Â   Coordinate and deliver supplier performance appraisals â¢Â Â   Track and report program improvements and financial benefits â¢Â Â   Travel within the designated region as required to build relationships and be connected to the work â¢Â Â   Provide clear direction, leadership, and support to a team of design professionals â¢Â Â   Ability to plan and meet deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously Requirements: â¢Â Â   Bachelorâ™s Degree in Architecture/ Engineering/Interior Design and/or Construction Management. â¢Â Â   5 yearsâ™ experience in design, construction and project management in the restaurant industry  â¢Â Â   Strong knowledge of architecture design and operations, construction principles and understanding of generally applicable laws and regulations with respect to restaurants and public use buildings â¢Â Â   Strong presentation and organizational skills â¢Â Â   Multi-discipline design team management experience â¢Â Â   Reasonable computer application skills in AutoCAD, Revit, Office, Outlook, etc. â¢Â Â   Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to convey design concepts and goals Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

Cambridge, Massachusetts, Job Title Life Sciences Lead Engineer Job Description Summary The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the maintenance and construction activities for a building or group of buildings. Specific responsibilities include work-scheduling of all account personnel, establishing and maintaining work standards, conducting site evaluations/audits, oversee all inventory/equipment usage, budget control, troubleshooting/problem solving, customer relations, and special project work. This job is at a newly renovated Life Science and Class A office building in Cambridge, MA where the tenant will perform all leased space maintenance, while this position will Operate and Maintain base building systems. Job Description Essential Functions: Operate advanced building systems in a critical environment ensuring minimal downtime Ability to read and understand complex drawings, ladder diagrams and schematics Oversees and assigns/coordinates work for the overall activities of a multi-trade maintenance force, including multiple building locations in a campus like setting. This includes the shared roadways, sidewalks, landscaping and parking structures. Working in conjunction with account manager to make sure all safety trainings are completed in a timely manner Oversees the required timely preventive maintenance of all building systems via coordination of schedules and ensures related repairs are executed in accordance with customer procedures and/or direction. Oversees and monitors all BMS and energy monitoring platforms used at the properties Oversees and at time assists with the completion of water treatment and testing Ensures work order documentation is completed in a timely manner Establishes/maintains work performance standards Conducts quality assurance checks and manages materials inventory Coordinates and controls special project work Resolves on-site service delivery problems Participates in ongoing technical skill development training programs Maintains effective ongoing customer relations Maintains daily/weekly logs of any ongoing construction work Attend construction meetings and supervise all construction work to ensure work is completed per engineered specifications Is proactive and identifies to building ownership any capital projects that may need to be performed Regularly meets with customer and executes written and/or oral communication according to customerâ™s needs. Assists more junior and less skilled employees with training and development Attends trainings and classes in order to further enhance knowledge where applicable Non-Essential Functions: Assist in the monitoring and implementation of OSHA requirements. May procure vendor/contract prices for mechanical parts, equipment and tools. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements and Qualifications: Three to five years of supervisory experience, and up-to-date knowledge of facility O&M procedures Construction management/supervision experience required High School Diploma or equivalent educational certification preferred. A minimum of 15 years of experience as a Building Engineer or equivalent experience and responsibilities including working knowledge of commercial office building plumbing, electrical, fire, and various HVAC systems, as well as pneumatic, DDC and building automation control systems. Strong experience with review of MEP & fire alarm systems installation in accordance with design documents Licensed refrigeration technician with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Consistent participation in on-call schedule for after hour calls required. This may include working alternative schedules during on-call period. Ability to work overtime as needed to ensure critical systems stay running Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills. Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, customer, tenants and vendors. May be required to obtain certification as an Asbestos Associated Project Worker. Ability to work at various properties that may be assigned from time to time. Strong technical and problem solving abilities including those related to mechanical controls. Possess knowledge of safe and efficient operation of all equipment, power and hand tools including but not limited to a snow blower. Must be able to coordinate projects or tasks efficiently and optimize the performance of others. Ability to handle multiple tasks. Proficient computer skills necessary to operate computer for general day to day work, communications and Building Automation Systems (when applicable). Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFC and Life Safety codes. Strong experience in reading and understanding blue prints Experience working in critical environments is preferred Physical Requirements: Regularly required to stand, walk, reach and use arms to perform tasks as well as push and pull objects and grasp with hands. Regular use of various machinery and tools, including but not limited to, a snow blower. Regularly required to talk and hear and occasionally required to smell. Frequently required to sit, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, balance, climb stairs and ladders, work at heights and in environments with temperature ranges both while working outside and inside. Occasionally required to work around vibration or noise as well as dust. Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Involves movement between departments, buildings, and floors to facilitate work. May require the ability to operate a vehicle (i.e. truck, van, utility cart, etc.) or small tractor. C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmativeâ‹ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.