Project Managers are responsible for planning, coordinating and overseeing the entire process of construction projects. Responsible for managing budgets and timelines, delegating tasks to subcontractors, and collaborating with other professionals working to complete the project. Construction project managers ensure that all construction projects are completed on time and under budget.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Facilitate project kick off meeting with sales, construction, and the customer to confirm project requirements.
Manage project budgets, timelines and other project details.
Participate in project team meetings with representatives from construction, engineering, and manufacturing and provide updates on the status of assigned projects.
Coordinate and follow up with construction, subcontractors, manufacturing, engineering, or other internal or external contacts as needed to ensure projects progress according to the established timeline and budget.
Assist as needed with coordination of equipment rentals, freight, shipment of small packages, etc. to ensure the project is completed on time.
Keep manager apprised of any issues that may impact the project budget or schedule (positively or negatively).
Work with sales and estimating to prepare quotes and resolve customer issues as well as support future sales efforts.
Initiate invoicing to customers and resolve any issues related to the project that may delay payment.
Prepare month end financial projections for each project and forecast the remaining costs to be spent.
Negotiate change orders with the customer for any changes in the scope of work.
Competencies:
Communication skills: Able to articulate thoughts clearly both verbally and in writing
Composure: Keeps cool under pressure; able to effectively shift gears without being thrown off balance
Computer skills: Proficiency with MS Office
Drive for Results: Follows up and pushes for results to ensure project progresses according to schedule; ensures resolution to problems that potentially delay the project
Problem solving: Anticipates and develops solutions to help head off problems that could delay the project
Project Management: Develops and leads implementation of project plan; coordinates the project team; ensures project progresses on schedule and within budget
Planning/Organizing: Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans
Teamwork: Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to other's view; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed
Winning attitude: Likes to win, pushes to achieve.
Education and/or Experience:
Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field preferred
3-5 years of experience in project management
Previous industry experience a plus
Strong IT experience including Excel skills and full Microsoft Office Suite products.
Training/Certifications/Other
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings