Design Project Manager - K-12

About the role

The Project Manager is responsible for representing the owner's interests throughout the lifecycle of a construction project. This role involves overseeing project planning, coordinating with various stakeholders, managing contracts, monitoring project progress, and ensuring successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Proficient in Gafcon Project Management Policies and Procedures.
• Collaborates with the owner/client and Project Executive to develop and implement a comprehensive project plan, including timeline, deliverables, and resource allocation.
• Prepares RFPs for professional services and construction contractors, manages proposal phase(s), and negotiates contracts.
• Manages activities of construction management team, in collaboration with the Project Executive, including contractors, engineers, architects, etc. and daily reports.
• Executes all project deliverables for client prior to final project turnover.
• Oversees the development of project plans and specifications for constructability, operability, maintainability & cost effectiveness, in collaboration with the Project Executive.
• Manages deliverables, project controls, cost, and overall project success through closeout.
• Manages the worksite and equipment access/shutdowns, obtains permits, and develops project support schedules to support onsite activities and minimize interference.
• Tracks project data including documentation and administration and reports on real and potential budget and schedule variances.
• Ensures documentation is thorough and tells a story that is easily read and interpreted by client/owner and representatives.
• Works knowledge of the principles of cost estimating, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Works with the Project Executive to prepare technical analysis and cost estimates for proposed changes.
• Maintains project reports as dictated by the project and by contractual obligations.
• Regularly monitors project progress and identifies any deviations from the plan.
• Drafts, reviews, negotiates contracts with contractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Ensures compliance with legal, regulatory and contractual requirements in all project documentation.
• Administers contracts, including change order management, payment processing, and compliance verification, RFI, daily logs and site documentation.
• Solves contract-related disputes and issues in collaboration with the Project Executive, and in collaboration with the client representatives.
• Promotes open and regular communication and fosters positive working relationship between owner/client, architects, engineers, and other project-related entities to ensure projects are completed with minimal disruption and/or delays.
• Works with the Project Executive to coordinate, facilitate and document meetings with stakeholders, including owner/client representatives, design professionals, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Prepares and presents project reports, including progress updates, financial summaries, and risk assessments, to the owner and senior management.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in project management within the construction industry, as Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer (or equivalent) preferably as owner’s representative.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with construction/project requirements.
• Working knowledge and application of master planning, project development, all phase management, construction estimating, construction schedules, budget management, project controls, document control, engineering/construction principles, contracts, and experience with various delivery methods are required.
• Demonstrates discernment and critical thinking skills in assessing situations, information and decision making. Identifies and differentiates between relevant and irrelevant information, focusing on key factors and priorities.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal forms.
• Anticipates and resolves project design and construction challenges or issues, prioritizes the critical issues on projects, and works toward project beneficial solutions.
• Maintains composure and objectivity in high-pressure or ambiguous situations, making rational decisions based on available information and working knowledge.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management information system(s).
• Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) are advantageous.