Project Manager

Responsibilities

• Provide the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of the more complex and/or highly visible construction and modernization projects under the guidance of a senior level client Project Officer
• Ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
• Make decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process
• Correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible
• Responsibilities are varied and include coordinative problem solving and managerial functions of these projects
• Prepare and/or ensure preparation of schedules for planning, design and construction
• Maintain and monitor schedules to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations
• Interface with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel and Senior Project Officers on project issues
• Routinely interact with client senior managers on such matters
• Participate in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies
• Review and make recommendations on client-wide procedures and policies
• Provide guidance and advice to lower-level Project Officers
• Resolve issues and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff
• Work with architect/engineer of record regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility
• Issue field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance
• Advise senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default
• Use independent judgment to make on-site change order decisions and have the authority to negotiate with contractors and commit the client's resources on such change orders
• Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action
• Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims
• Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of full time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; two (2) years must involve managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the client
• A driver’s license valid in New York State

Benefits

• Pay Transparency: The base salary (or hourly rate) range for this role is indicated in the posting.
• Artheon offers a competitive compensation package including medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off/parental leave.