Commercial Construction Project Manager

About the Role

Provide overall management for projects as assigned and constantly work to develop new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, group of Clients, geographical area or type of project.

Responsibilities

• Work with the construction team to analyze and manage each project as assigned, both in the pre-construction phase and the construction phase, including: determining methods of construction, assessing manpower requirements, determining material needs and purchase quantities, selecting and identifying the scopes of every subcontractor/vendor, evaluating equipment needs, determining temporary power and utility requirements, establishing the project quality control plan, establishing the project safety plan, establishing the project schedule, and establishing and maintaining the project budget and cost control.
• Work closely with the pre-construction team during the bid process to help assure a complete and accurate proposal.
• Before and during construction, initiate and maintain liaison with client and A/E contacts to facilitate construction activities and create positive relationships that lead to fair decisions and future work opportunities.
• Monitor and control construction through the proper utilization of the company's established management systems, policies and procedures, proper resolution of job issues and changed conditions, to ensure that the project is completed on schedule, within budget and in full accordance with the contract requirements.
• Investigate and recognize all potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent company in project meetings, assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.
• Manage all financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, invoice approvals, cash flow etc.) to manage job costs, protect company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with clients.
• Establish the value and scopes for all subcontractors and vendors and write all subcontracts and purchase orders required, assuring that all are in full adherence to the contract documents and cover the required scope.
• Maintain a working knowledge of project requirements and estimating, sufficient to help estimating during the preconstruction phase and in establishing the values for any change orders and projection of cost of work yet to be completed at any time during construction.
• Establish and maintain the project schedule utilizing the company's scheduling software.
• Responsible for the completion of final punch list items on projects.
• Utilize the company's HR software to enter time and manage benefits.
• Responsible for timely verification and approvals of all labor and equipment charges on all assigned projects.
• Offer effective levels of customer service to create client satisfaction.
• Contribute to the efficient day-to-day operation of the company and support the work of management and other staff.
• Safety is the responsibility of each and every employee.
• Management has the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Qualifications

• Four-year Construction Management degree or equivalent, plus extensive experience and knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management required.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must have a minimum of 10-hour OSHA Training with commitment to complete 30-hour training within 1 year.

Skills

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business forms, journals, technical drawings, and governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and general public.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
• Ability to use computer; knowledge and experience in Word and Excel.
• Knowledgeable in Viewpoint Software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project.
• Ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to move about a job site location and inside the office.
• Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder at job site location.
• Must be able to operate a computer, printer, copier, iPad and iPhone.
• Must be able to communicate efficiently and effectively with other employees.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Ability to travel to jobs as required including overnight stays as necessary.
• Must have a valid driver's license.