McKissack & McKissack is supporting the US Virgin Islands Department of Education as the owner’s representative across a $3.5B FEMA funded program, expected to replace or modernize approximately 15 school facilities across the three US Virgin Islands: St. Thomas, St. Croix, and St. John, over the next ten years.
Full Position Description
McKissack & McKissack, an outgrowth of the oldest African American-owned architecture¬ engineering in the country, has a strong reputation for consistently delivering results on high-profile projects for government and private sector clients.
We are seeking leaders that exhibit the attributes of a great team player, Humble, Hungry and Smart:
- Humble: being of little ego; focusing more on their teammates than themselves.
- Hungry: strong work ethic and drive.
- Smart: what they say or do has a positive outcome on those around them.
Role Description:
The Project Manager will be responsible for supporting the owner’s representative/project management team in the planning, coordination, and execution of the design and construction of new and/or renovated school projects. This role involves working closely with clients, project managers, general contractors, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Reporting To: Project Executive
Location: Hybrid (DC Office and USVI Travel)
Salary Range: $90k-$110k
Responsibilities:
- Develop strong working relationships with client points of contact, government agencies, contractors and consultants.
- Support extensively in pre-construction coordination with design reviews, value engineering sessions, permitting processes, community engagement meetings, etc.
- Assist in the review of project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
- Interact daily with the clients to interpret their needs and requirements and consistently represent the Owner’s interest in meetings and in the field.
- Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, and compliance with safety regulations.
- Perform overall quality control of the work (budget, schedule, plans, personnel’s performance) and report regularly on project status.
- Prepare and submit project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Collaborate with team members to resolve any issues or conflicts that arise during design or construction.
- Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with owners’ policies, procedures, and industry standards.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, construction management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in stakeholder engagement, communications or general project management, experience in the design and construction industry strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of communications planning and engagement strategies.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in relevant technology applications.
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced, and multi-faceted team environment.
- Experience working in the USVI strongly preferred.
- Experience with projects using federal funding is a plus.
- Travel up to 50% time or willingness to relocate to the USVI a plus.
Benefits:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Company-paid holidays
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
McKissack & McKissack is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
McKissack & McKissack is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
