The project manager is the individual responsible for managing a project and has ultimate responsibility for the performance of the project. The project manager plans, directs, coordinates or budgets, usually through an estimator and foremen, activities concerned with the construction. The project manager is responsible to plan construction projects and oversee their progress along the way in a timely and cost-effective manner. In this position, you will be responsible to:
Champion safety on your projects and be a safety leader
Participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling and implementation.
Review the project in-depth to understand scope, schedule, costs and deliverables
Review the project plans and specifications, scheduling, possible cost savings measures and potential construction problems
Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
Develop a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
Create, monitor and update project schedules and milestones to meet Customer and contractual requirements
Set up files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured
Properly document project activities
Act as primary liaison with Client and other contacts to facilitate project activities
Oversee and direct construction projects from start to completion
Be responsible for monitoring the progress of construction projects, ensuring productivity and that it complies with safety, quality and contractual requirements
Coordinate and direct construction work and subcontractors
Meet contractual conditions of performance
Review the work progress on a regular basis
Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones
Negotiate terms of agreements, and obtain permits and licenses, if necessary
Negotiate contracts with contractors, vendors, and any other necessary person(s)
Facilitate team and customer meetings; resolve and /or escalate issues in a timely fashion
Be responsible for the financial planning, budgeting, managing, tracking and success of a project.
Review and approve all purchases and subcontractor pay applications ; Track and report costs and expenses; Ensure timely and accurate invoicing and monitor receivables for project; Analyze project revenue and profitability
Analyze, manage and mitigate risks
Manage and administer all aspects of the project during and throughout the construction phase including contractual, planning and budget management.
Provide strong leadership and guidance to field and site superintendents
Develop and maintain positive working relationship with the Customer, the project team and others to ensure overall customer satisfaction and project success
Coordinate and obtain necessary licenses, permits, etc. required for construction
Review design documents for constructability, conflicts and completeness
Manage Submittal and Request for Information (RFI) process, log and track
Lead and manage various project teams including superintendents, project coordinators, project engineers, subcontractors and others to ensure all work is completed without accident or incident, on time, with quality, within budget and in accordance with contractual agreements
Manage and monitor project scope to ensure that all the work required, and only the work required, is completed successfully
Prepare and submit regular progress reports and cost reports, such as weekly Open Issues report to Customer and Work In Progress Report to supervisor
Ensure that the project deliverables are on time, within budget and at the required level of quality
Review the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets the project standards
Monitor cash flow projections and report actual cash flow and variance to senior management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly)
Open jobs and create change orders; revise job costs in accounting system with approved changes
Competencies
The Project Manager should demonstrate competence in some or all of the following:
Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices, and ensure that own behavior and the behavior of others is consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve operations of the organization and to create new opportunities.
Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
Lead: Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the project and the organization. Possess the ability to plan and see the "big picture" and act to achieve it
Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the project and the organization.
Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities.
Plan: Determine strategies to move the project forward, set goals, create and implement action plans, and evaluate the process and results.
Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
Competency in conflict and crisis management: Ability to work effectively despite pressure encountered during work process
Requirements
Strong Project Management Fundamentals
Experience on mission critical projects
Supervisory responsibility and human resources management skills
Experience in construction management: Knowledge of construction management processes, means and methods, construction details and relevant rules, regulations, safety and quality standards
BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field
Key Attributes
Proficiency in the use of computers and especially with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook);
Must be able to multi-task; prioritize; and work with minimal supervision, have strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills to ensure all established deadlines are achieved
Familiarity with construction management software packages such as Primavera, Strong Accubid skills and Blue Beam