Project Manager, Construction

Principal Responsibilities

• Participates in project planning with Developer responsible for project as dictated by demands of the project; contributes to site planning, preliminary building design, prospective project budgeting and scheduling.
• Coordinates with city planning officials, owners of adjoining properties, utilities and city, state, and federal government agencies to gain cooperation, commitments, and easement changes, etc.
• Prepares, obtains approval of, and monitors actual construction budgets inclusive of related soft costs; oversees and identifies budget revisions and reports status to Developer.
• Captures and supports preparation of requests for bids; obtains and reviews bids; recommends outside contractors for approval; negotiates contract terms.
• Makes sure projects are progressing according to schedule; insures compliance with specifications.
• Approves change orders or negotiates changes with contractors.
• Reviews draw requests and ensure completion of specific work; approves invoices for payment.
• Interfaces on-site tenant construction through Tenant Coordinators.
• Negotiates with major tenants and/or department stores.

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of retail construction management, including site work, structural, mechanical, and architectural considerations, electrical distribution and other utilities, landscaping and paving.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills are required.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost estimating, and supervisory skills are necessary.
• Normally, the required background is obtained through attainment of a B.S. degree in Architecture, Engineering or Building Services (Construction Management) or 10 or more years of construction management experience.