Construction Project Manager

Job ID: #hc260647

About the role

The Project Manager plans, executes, and finalizes projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan. The Project Manager also assists in defining project objectives and oversees quality control throughout the project's life cycle.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Development Team and/or Leasing Team to develop project requirements.
• Procure and manage design services on projects.
• Work with the city to obtain permits/entitlements.
• Procure and work with surveyors and excavators to establish boundaries, site grades, and site controls.
• Procure and work with Surveyors, Utility Contractors, and Excavators to develop infrastructure.
• Procure and work with geotechnical engineers to procure soil reports and administer solutions.
• Coordinate the removal/fill of dirt on future developments and ongoing projects.
• Work with owners, engineers, and architects to value engineer projects.
• Prepare agendas for meetings with owners, tenants, architects, engineers, designers, and trade contractors.
• Develop preliminary schedules and budgets.
• Assist the implementation of the corporate safety program.
• Estimate all types of projects using necessary experience and knowledge.
• Coordinate initial proposals with Accountants, Development Team, and Leasing Team.
• Work with Accountants on detailed descriptions of change orders, request for proposals, and project overages.
• Continuously justify job estimates with preliminary proposals to mirror all tasks of the proposed plans.
• Update and assess the monetary status of the job and take necessary action to limit unnecessary job costs.
• Educate colleagues to better understand construction documents.
• Pursue LEED Accredited Professional certification and lead in sustainable design.
• Meet with sales representatives or potential trade contractors.
• Encourage and implement continuous improvement and lean production.
• Apply strong understanding of Research Facilities, Multi-Story Office Buildings, Retail Centers, Apartments/Condos, Call Centers, Government Facilities, and Land Development.
• Ensure all certificates and final inspections are obtained prior to project close out.
• Maintain good relations with prospective tenants, clients, owners, personnel, and trade contractors.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those necessary to achieve company and departmental goals.

Requirements

• Ability to establish confidence with potential clients to procure the sale of a construction project/property.
• Extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the construction process with the skill and insight to advance the construction division.
• Intuition to stay abreast of technological advancements and innovative design.
• Strong problem-solving skills; think outside the box and willingness to question overall design.
• Conceptual estimating: able to establish budgets for complete projects from early schematics.
• Fast Track Budgeting/Estimating: able to protect budgets during early phases of construction while final drawings are still in development.
• Strong knowledge of detailed aspects in mechanical, electrical, structural, and architectural reasoning.
• Ability to manage trade contractors and understand the timing of related tasks.
• Strong understanding of OSHA requirements and ability to work well with OSHA inspectors.
• Ability and desire to guide the company toward leadership in energy-efficient and sustainable design and construction.
• Ability to establish a positive rapport and maintain good working relationships with owners and clients through project completion.
• True desire to complete a project with conscious care, commitment, and concentration.
• Stress management skills.
• Active member of the community.
• High degree of flexibility and tolerance for change.
• Computer literate.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
• Ability to carry out multi-task projects.
• Ability to work well with diverse groups or individuals.
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree preferred in a related field; 3 years or more of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Company Values

• Do the Right Thing. Act Ethically. We are responsible for our words, our actions, and our results.
• Build Relationships for Life. At Work. At Home. In the Community.
• Solve It. Deliver results through innovation, creative thinking, and problem solving.
• Have Fun. Perform at Your Best. Celebrate Successes.