Project Manager I

About the role

This position will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating activities of designated projects to ensure that goals or objectives of the projects are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through Superintendents and Project Coordinators.

Responsibilities

• Reviews project proposal, plans and specifications to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.
• Establishes work plan, scheduling and staffing for each phase of project and arrangement for recruitment or assignment of project personnel as needed.
• Reads and understands drawings and specifications.
• Establishes a growing network of business associates, subcontractors and related vendors.
• Confers with team leader or project staff to outline work plans, assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.
• Covers activities with project staff to ensure project progress within prescribed budget and provides technical advice to resolve problems.
• Negotiates with the Owner and subcontractors on projects in order to maintain an efficient and well-run project.
• Works with actual billings on projects and works with Finance to ensure a smooth process on all projects.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients and others and reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.
• Covers project activities with activities of governmental regulatory or other governmental agencies.
• Works with Project Superintendents, Project Coordinators, clients and subcontractors.
• Supervises Project Coordinator assigned to projects including planning, assigning work, providing feedback and appraising performance.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with Owners and other project partners.
• Affords assistance to the Safety Department in an effort to enforce the corporate safety and health policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience or equivalent of education and/or experience.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) and knowledge of project management software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency and meet challenging work goals.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Displays original thinking and creativity.
• Makes suggestions for continuous improvement.
• Observes safety and security procedures and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Makes self-available to staff and regularly provides feedback and helps to develop subordinate’s skills and encourages growth.
• Inspires and motivates self and team to perform well.
• Continuously works to improve supervisory skills.

Qualifications

• Four year degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related degree.
• Knowledge of ViewPoint software.

Preferred

• Valid Driver's License, ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record, and ability to adhere to the KA Motor Vehicle Policy.
• Travel 25-75%; depending on job.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Salary Range

$87,000 to $140,000 annually, plus auto allowance and discretionary incentive program.