Project Manager

About the role

This onsite position plans and oversees projects to ensure timely, on-budget completion. The Project Manager designates resources, prepares budgets, monitors progress, and keeps stakeholders informed. Periodic travel to project locations is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from preparation to completion.
• Consult on takeoff and estimation; create Statements of Work.
• Review construction contracts to ensure terms align with proposed Statements of Work.
• Provide project leadership during design reviews and conduct internal Kick-off Meetings after NTP or contract signing.
• Prepare and submit Shop Drawings and Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Coordinate execution with Field Installation crews and/or subcontractors.
• Process Change Orders (COs).
• Manage, maintain, and submit contracted documentation, status, and reports, including close-out documents.
• Coordinate pricing and design efforts with internal engineering personnel and external architectural/engineering firms.
• Prepare cashflow forecasts, actively monitor progress, and keep stakeholders and leadership informed through Weekly/Monthly Reviews using ERP and Project Management tools.
• Create and maintain overall schedules, progress-to-budget reports, ETCs (Estimation To Completion), progress reports (KPIs), submittal logs, RFI logs, and meeting minutes.
• Drive continuous improvements in Gaven Project Management processes and procedures to enhance deliverables and Customer Experience.
• Proactively manage customer relationships as the focal point for Gaven.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Understand fundamentals of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Flexibility to adapt to new challenges and evolving customer requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects.
• Up to 20% travel to project locations around the U.S. for construction coordination meetings.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
• Five (5) or more years as a Project Manager; construction management experience preferred.
• PMP certification is a plus.