James Newsome
Richmond
Summary
Experienced Construction Project Manager with over 5 years of experience leading Plumbing & HVAC (MEP) projects across data centers, government facilities, and large-scale renovations. Proven track record managing $20M–$40M projects with full financial ownership, delivering a 17.9% median profit margin through disciplined cost control, scope management, and execution of 150+ RFIs, 500+ submittals, and 250+ change orders. Recognized for strong problem-solving, subcontractor leadership, and effective use of CMIC, COINS, Procore, Excel, and Power BI to deliver projects on schedule and improve customer satisfaction..
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Constructor Project Manager
Harris Mid-Atlantic
Upper Marlboro, MD
01.2022 - Current
- Managed (3) Virginia data center projects ($20M–$40M) within Plumbing & HVAC scopes, holding sole responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial performance, achieving a 17.9% median profit margin
- Assisted on 15 data center projects (Northern VA & Maryland) and (2) Capitol Hill government renovations in fast-track, high-compliance environments
- Prepared and managed 150+ RFIs to resolve design conflicts, clarify scope, and protect project intent
- Prepared and processed 500+ submittals, including negotiated substitution requests, securing GC and owner approvals while maintaining performance and schedule
- Identified, documented, and executed 250+ Change Orders through scope clarification and contract interpretation to maximize entitled revenue recovery
- Utilized CMIC and COINS for job setup, budget creation, subcontractor management, change orders, labor tracking, and forecasting, successfully managing (8) projects using the software
- Managed sub-tier subcontractors including sheet metal, pipe insulation, fire caulking, and controls, tracking labor performance and communicating cost, schedule, and field concerns directly to the General Contractor
Field Team Leader
A-Mass, Inc
Richmond, VA
06.2015 - 06.2022
- Completed renovations and repairs in 600+ homes across Virginia, including plumbing systems, sewer repairs, new sewer taps, and leak detection
- Performed 400+ HVAC repairs and installations, including unit change-outs, refrigerant charging, component replacement, and ductwork installation
- Installed and aligned piping systems, prepared PVC, excavated trenches, and handled material loading/unloading
- Diagnosed and troubleshot HVAC systems to identify root causes and restore proper operation
- Read and interpreted plans and blueprints, coordinated with project management, and communicated scope clearly to crews and customers
Construction Project Manager Intern
Whiting-Turner Contracting
Charlottesville, VA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Tracked project performance to analyze successful completion of short- and long-term goals.
- Identified project scopes, constraints, risks and deadlines.
- Supported project managers in managing schedules and milestones.
- Prepared and filed documents and collected data to track performance and efficiency.
- Worked with senior project managers to assist with day-to-day functions.
Education
Project Management Certificate - Project Management
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VABachelor of Science - Information Logistics Technology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05.2022
Skills
- Project Management – Plumbing & HVAC (MEP)
- Job & Budget Setup, Cost Control & Forecasting
- Change Orders, RFIs & Submittals
- CMIC & COINS – Project Controls and Financial Management
- Procore – Project Documentation & Coordination
- Microsoft Excel & Power BI – Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting
- Bluebeam Revu & Revit – Drawing Review, Takeoffs & Coordination
- Blueprint & Specification Reading
- Subcontractor Management, Labor Tracking & Problem Solving
Certification
ERP Certification- Enterprise Resource Planning CAPM Certification- Certifies Associate Project Manager
Timeline
Constructor Project Manager
Harris Mid-Atlantic
01.2022 - Current
Construction Project Manager Intern
Whiting-Turner Contracting
05.2021 - 08.2021
Field Team Leader
A-Mass, Inc
06.2015 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Logistics Technology
Virginia State University
Project Management Certificate - Project Management
Virginia State University