Project Manager

Duties and Responsibilities

• Aids in the preparation of project estimates.
• Prepares project budgets and unit cost reports.
• Leads the project team in creating the project management plan (PMP).
• Participates in value engineering services as needed.
• Organizes and conducts pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
• Engages in the negotiation and preparation of project subcontracts.
• Secures permits and resolves regulatory requirements as necessary.
• Develops and maintains a project schedule and milestones.
• Reviews plans and specifications for completeness and consistency.
• Assists in business development activities as requested.
• Manages the execution of the construction contract.
• Controls project material and equipment procurement within budget constraints.
• Develops and monitors project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Maintains oversight of project site for cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance.
• Evaluates schedules to meet milestones and financial goals.
• Negotiates change orders with owners and subcontractors and manages their impacts.
• Prepares monthly client pay requests and follows up on collections.
• Coordinates with the job cost accountant for payments and lien releases.
• Attends and documents owner and other coordination meetings.
• Coordinates all final close-out procedures for the project, including as-built drawings, close out, letters of substantial completion, and letters of recommendation.
• Provides project cost information for the estimating database.
• Directs the organization and preparation of all project documents for storage.
• Participates in PM training.
• Interacts with all company departments to ensure policies and procedures are carried out and corporate objectives are achieved.
• Uses tact to maintain relationships with vendors, owners, architects, community and state officials, and the general public.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum of five or more years project management experience within Data Center Construction.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
• Understanding of estimating concepts, including bid verification, market rates, and change order processing.
• Knowledge of contractual language and concepts to protect the company while providing quality service to clients.
• Working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
• Understanding of building codes and design requirements relevant to the project.
• High standards of ethical conduct regarding organizational policies.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills, including sensitivity and discernment.
• Ability to work as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals.
• Skilled at making verbal presentations, demonstrating poise and mastery of language.
• Proficient in using proper grammar and syntax when writing.
• Ability to delegate tasks effectively and determine which needs can be reasonably met.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to analyze data and use analysis to solve problems.
• Experience managing processes to achieve challenging goals.
• Self-starter who works independently.
• Proficiency in operating office equipment, such as computers, printers, phones, copiers, faxes, etc.
• Professional affiliation (e.g., AGC member) and professional credentials (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) preferred.
• Community service participation preferred.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Home & Auto Insurance
• Family Support
• Pre-tax Paid Parking/Public Transportation
• Paid time off: 2 Weeks for Non-Exempt and Three Weeks for Exempt
• Time Away Benefits
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Group Legal
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Group Legal
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program