Project Manager

About the role

Our Project Manager will manage and lead all activities associated with the construction of an assigned project, from beginning to end, ensuring that projects are completed within expected time and budgetary constraints. You will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget, while collaborating with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are executed smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Review project proposals and job scope plans to determine time frames, funding limitations, procedures for project completion, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases.
• Ensure all contractual terms and obligations of such projects are maintained.
• Ensure projects meet cost requirements; meet with VP or PM if costs exceed budget and obtain permission before approving out-of-budget costs.
• Assure proper accounting for project change orders.
• Interface with necessary departments and subcontractors to determine the scheduling of work and materials.
• Manage customer and vendor relationships and identify potential barriers with resolutions that maximize production and minimize costs.
• Visit job sites as needed and required, which may consist of out-of-state travel.
• Prepare reports for management and meet with key personnel to ensure the timeliness of the project.
• Meet and confer with Owner, Architect, Engineers, Contractors, Detailers, and Plant and Field crews to verify the accuracy and completeness of all construction drawings.
• Review plans and proposals and determine proper procedures to accomplish company/department goals.
• Ensure all aspects of projects are properly and thoroughly documented.
• Direct, coordinate, and monitor activities being completed by project teams to ensure the overall quality of work.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Structural/Civil Engineering, or Business is highly preferred.
• Knowledge and skills:
  • Thorough knowledge of fabrication and erection standards and procedures.
  • General knowledge of AISC standards and AWS codes.
  • Proven ability to read and interpret shop and design blueprint drawings.
  • Proven ability to manage several large, commercial and industrial projects simultaneously.
  • General knowledge of 3D modeling / Tekla system.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting stringent deadlines.
• Experience: Five (5) years related experience as a Project/Construction Manager in the structural steel industry.

Software & Technology

• MS Windows 10; MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Contract Manager, Primavera Scheduling, Tekla system

Work Environment

• Frequent air/road travel as needed and required; a clean driving record, current and valid driver’s license, and proof of acceptable insurance are required.
• Position is generally indoors in a climate-controlled office with frequent visits to outdoor plant facilities and project sites.