Project Manager

About the role

The primary function of the Project Manager is to provide leadership and management for a specific construction project. The Project Manager has the responsibility for the project and project team from inception and preconstruction through completion to ensure that the project is completed to the satisfaction of all.

Responsibilities

• Technical Skills
• Capable of successfully supervising a project with a project budget range of $10M - $60M, under various delivery methods, diversity in market sectors and varying complexities
• Work closely with the Estimator during the preconstruction phase in managing the various design phases and setting the GMP and establishing the projects General Conditions
• Work closely with the Superintendent(s) and project team in maintaining and enforcing project site safety programs
• Make Project Cost Control a priority
• Thoroughly review current and future Change Orders
• Develop all cost and budget projections
• Constantly review and evaluate General Condition’s costs
• Create and maintain monthly Cash Flow Reports
• Manage monthly pay applications and Subcontractor invoicing
• Responsible for overall project profitability
• Monitor project progress with Superintendent(s)
• Work with Superintendent(s) as necessary to make schedule “course corrections” to insure project completes on time
• Work closely with the Estimating Department during preconstruction
• Partner with the Estimating Department to develop bid strategy, clarifications, and qualifications
• Lead the preparation of project bid packages, i.e. writing scopes of work and creating all applicable exhibits
• Prepare comprehensive subcontractor bid packages
• Capable of preparing a “apples to apples” subcontractor bid analysis for the review lead Estimator, SPM and / or PX
• Whenever applicable, assist the Design Team in making decisions that improve the opportunity for success
• Aid Business Development with the preparation of responses to RFPs by providing technical writing, as required
• Participate in presentations to prospective Owners
• Promotes “Best Practices” within the WEO organization
• Provide leadership to the project team to ensure quality control remains a priority throughout the building process
• Ensure documentation of all claims are being properly handled to avoid litigation
• Cash Flow Projections and Forecasting Costs
• Train the PE and APM’s on cost control measures, Change Order Requests, Invoicing, Purchase Orders and Pay Applications
• Negotiate Change Orders with subcontractors
• Lead the resolution of all project specific issues
• Oversee the entire team to ensure CMiC is set up correctly, i.e. Submittal Registry, budget, etc.
• Oversee and manage that the entire team is utilizing PlanGrid to organize all contract documents and progress photo documentation occurs on a weekly basis and get properly achieved
• Oversee management of the Material Procurement Log to ensure timely deliveries that correspond with the projects P6 schedule
• Manage and guide the team with regard to the contract close out process (O&M manuals, As-Builts, etc.)
• Represent WEO at Owner, Subcontractor and coordination meetings
• Lead weekly OAC Meetings and be viewed as the project leader with the Owner, architect, construction manager, etc.
• Review meeting minutes for accuracy and content prior to distribution
• Provide guidance to the team on desired format and content to best organize all closeout binders
• Basic understanding of insurance in the construction industry and its impact on the construction agreement and subcontractor’s agreement in particular indemnification language, liability and policy limits
• Understands bonding procedures, and requirements, including payment and performance bonds, sub bonds, bonding over liens, Subguard, etc.
• Understands the basics of Owner’s Contract: AIA 101, AIA 111, AIA General Conditions agreements
• Attend and participate in WEO Quarterly Risk Management (QRM) Trainings
• Participate in WEO networking events
• Participate in all PM Round Tables
• Contribute to BD efforts, i.e. attend conferences, seminars, industry events, maintain relationships with past Owners, etc.
• Management Skills
• Ensures all administrative systems are properly set up, implemented, supervised and maintained
• a.) Filing systems and document control procedures
• b.) General Correspondence
• c.) RFI / Submittal procedures and logs
• d.) Contract Change Order procedures
• e.) Subcontractor Tracking Log
• f.) Material tracking procedures / log
• g.) Billing procedures, Owner, subcontractor and supplier
• h.) Project close out / punch list procedures
• Interpersonal Skills
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all (Owner, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, inspectors, and subcontractors)
• Show alignment with and promotes WEO Corporate Values
• See that all company policies are administered in a fair and consistent manner
• Involvement with the various WEO committees and part of establishing procedures and policies
• Mentor, coach and train as necessary to help subordinates achieve their career objectives

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent experience in a related field and a minimum of 7-10 years of relevant project management experience, as an Assistant Project Engineer, Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager or equivalent
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Advanced understanding of scheduling, CMiC and Excel applications
• Advanced understanding of construction administration processes, including contracts, construction documents, schedules, RFIs, submittals and material procurement
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage
• Demonstrated understanding of the importance of relationship building
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Well developed and proven negotiation skills
• Well developed time management and organization skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or P6 Scheduling Software and Project Management Software, such as Prolog, Viewpoint, CMiC or equivalent applications. With experience, using daily software tools, such as Bluebeam, Plan Grid, Safety Mojo, BIM 360 Glue, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various construction delivery methods, various market sectors, the construction administration process, building trades, technical aspects of construction including means and methods, materials, building systems, planning, scheduling, estimating, owner and architect relations
• Completion of OSHA 30-Hour Safety Course
• First Aid and CPR certified

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Personal Attributes
• Effective written and verbal language communication skills
• Takes initiative, strives for increased responsibility and has a desire to learn
• Shows emotional maturity, punctuality and dependability
• Motivate and contribute to the teamwork / morale of the project team
• Shows the desire and willingness to progress to the Senior Project Manager role and responsibilities
• Interpersonal Skills
• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all (Owner, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, inspectors, and subcontractors)
• Show alignment with and promotes WEO Corporate Values
• See that all company policies are administered in a fair and consistent manner
• Involvement with the various WEO committees and part of establishing procedures and policies
• Mentor, coach and train as necessary to help subordinates achieve their career objectives

Benefits

• 100% ESOP
• Competitive Pay
• Bonus Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• PTO/Sick
• 100% Life Insurance
• 401(K) with Match
• Student Debt Program