Project Manager
Bulley & Andrews · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
Information TechnologyFull-time
About the role
B&A is looking for a Project Manager to join our collaborative, knowledgeable, and forward-thinking team. This role is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and/or budgeting activities concerned with the construction of projects, while also participating in the development of a construction project and overseeing its organization, scheduling and implementation.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the pulse and status of day-to-day activities for one or multiple projects.
- Monitor and control project(s) to ensure completion on schedule and within budget.
- Develop and manage the overall project schedule.
- Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards.
- Confer with supervisors and foremen to discuss work procedures, complaints and construction problems.
- Plan, organize and direct activities concerned with various projects in collaboration with superintendents and foremen.
- Work hand in hand with the project superintendent on all field-related issues.
- Initiate and maintain liaison with owners and other contacts to facilitate project activities.
- Lead and represent the company in project meetings including OAC, pre-construction and subcontractor meetings.
- Formulate reports concerning work progress, costs and scheduling.
- Participate in RFP and interview efforts for potential projects in a support role.
- Collaborate with the Professional Engineer (PE) regarding RFIs and submittal processes.
- Lead and/or participate in estimating efforts for potential projects.
- Responsible for contract awards and scope reviews; collaborate with Senior Project Manager (SPM) and Project Executives (PX) for major awards.
- Administer and execute the change management process.
- Work with SPM, Assistant Project Managers (APM) and/or PE to establish processes for subcontractor communication.
- Oversee all project start-up processes.
- Serve as the main point of contact for all permitting efforts.
- Responsible for CMIC management.
- Administer the payment application process and pencil draw review meetings with clients; or support SPM/PX on larger-tier projects.
- Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers as appropriate.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
- 5 years of experience or equivalent level of education combined with experience.
- Knowledge of construction project management/accounting-related software applications preferred.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, plus disability coverage.
- Optional pet insurance.
- 401(k)-retirement savings plan with company match.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Generous paid time off (PTO), eleven annual holidays, and an extra day off for your birthday.
- Two volunteer PTO days and participation in company-led volunteer events.