Project Manager - Washington DC, DC

Join McKissack & McKissack's team! Immediate opening for a Project Manager in Washington, D.C. Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

McKissack & McKissack offers opportunities to grow your career while working on transformative projects in program and construction management, architecture, and interior design. We combine technical expertise and creative vision to deliver exceptional results. Our culture values diversity, professional development, and performance. We seek team players who are humble, hungry, and smart, with strong academic or professional experience, integrity, and a client-focused mindset. Join a team that invests in your success and rewards ambition, integrity, and collaboration.
Responsibilities:

Act as the liaison between the owner and the project team, ensuring the projects remains aligned on scope, schedule, budget, and standards
Provide daily oversight of design and construction activities, resolving issues quickly and maintaining a strong focus on quality and safety
Manage core project controls: planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost tracking, and risk management
Guide design coordination and equipment procurement, including specifications, pricing, and procurement strategies
Oversee critical workflows, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and meeting documentation, to keep information organized and moving efficiently
Represent the owner in all project meetings, communicating objectives, capturing decisions, and maintaining accurate records
Coordinate across operations, internal teams, procurement, and project stakeholders to keep approvals and field execution aligned
Support permitting, shutdowns, and outage coordination, ensuring compliance and clear communication
Deliver clear, timely reporting to the client and senior leadership

Requirements

BS/BA in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil), Construction Management, Architecture or related degree
PE Required or similar certification
Experience managing the preconstruction process including managing the design process, project schedules, project budgets, and constructability reviews
Demonstrated experience supporting clients and project teams, including managing schedules and budgets of $1M+
Experience in engineering (mechanical, civil, electrical), general contracting, or construction project management and on-site construction activity strongly preferred
Proficiency with MS Project, Excel, SharePoint, and the Microsoft Office suite; experience with platforms such as Bluebeam, PlanGrid, Procore, or BIM tools is a plus
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and maintain strong client relationships
A proactive, team-oriented mindset, with the drive to grow and contribute n a fast-paced environment
Ability to work with the team simulate into the culture of DC Water.

Compensation

Salary range: $130,000 - $145,000/yearly (dependent on years of experience, competency, travel requirements)
Employee Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Tuition Assistance
• Adoption Assistance
• Matching 401k Plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid-Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Marketplace Perks-at-Work

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

McKissack & McKissack is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, and local laws.
This statement applies to all employment practices, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. Salary ranges will be disclosed where required by law (e.g., CA, CO, NY, MA). Applicants needing reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact HR@mckinc.com
Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.
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