Construction Project Manager - Power

About the role

Responsible for providing leadership and management to assigned projects in a safe, profitable, and timely manner. Manages the work in a manner consistent with standards of quality and integrity. Participates as requested in the marketing, estimating, bidding, and contract negotiation phases of the projects assigned. Primary function is to serve as champion for the execution of the work — preconstruction (when assigned) and construction.

This position includes two “steps” (I, II), which provide for a progression of skill and experience. The Step I level is capable of less complex projects of $20 million and under in size and typically with 3 to 5 years of experience in this position. The Step II level is capable of medium scale projects of $20 – $50 million in size with typically 5 to 10 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Champions the orderly, timely transition of projects from the estimating phase to the field, including project review meetings that cover contract requirements, general conditions, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, and purchase order agreements.
• Completes close-out requirements and punch lists in a timely manner.
• Manages warranty callbacks quickly to maintain owner/client relationships.
• Coordinates with the Project Superintendent on means and methods required for successful and profitable execution of the work.
• Reviews and monitors manpower, equipment, and material resources to accomplish project goals.
• Establishes the project charter and a comprehensive project management plan (PMP) including scope management, procurement, environmental, time, financial, quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the change management process.
• Has overall responsibility for project success, including profitability, safety, schedule, quality, and customer satisfaction, as well as personnel decisions that impact the project.
• Plans, acquires, reviews, develops, and manages the project team.
• Manages all billings to ensure timely submission of payment applications and collection of payments from the owner to maintain positive cash flow; follows prompt pay laws with subcontractors.
• Manages the overall payment process and the development of the CPM schedule, coordinating with the Project Superintendent and procurement schedule with the Project Engineer.
• Ensures detailed schedules are prepared and distributed as required; pays special attention to prevention and documentation of delays or changes.
• Ensures the Lean process is effectively utilized for all scheduling activities.
• Participates in preparation and review of estimates with attention to cost control systems, equipment requirements and utilization, constructability, formwork, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedule, insurance, etc.
• Participates in the business development process including client contacts, relationships, proposals, presentations, and negotiations for selected projects.
• Prevents claims, identifies potential claims, and quantifies and mitigates/resolves the effects of those that do occur on a timely basis.
• Prepares Monthly Progress Reports including accurate cost projections.
• Prepares and executes purchase order agreements and subcontracts with respect to insurance certificates, bonds, and appropriate lien waivers.
• Understands and administers prime contract terms and conditions, contract documents, subcontract agreements, purchase order agreements, insurance, etc.
• Oversees and ensures all processes involved in budgeting and controlling costs so that the project can be completed within the approved budget.
• Demonstrates business acumen within area of responsibility.
• Reviews, negotiates, and executes all change orders, supplements, and cost control budget adjustments.

Requirements

• Experience in preconstruction and in managing construction projects.
• Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.
• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.
• Thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems, productivity analysis, construction operations, and cash flow procedures.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to: steel-toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hard hat, vest, etc.).
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend on an occasional basis.
• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry, or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day.
• Will lift, push, or pull objects on an occasional basis.
• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.