Project Manager (Commercial Building)

SUMMARY

The Project Manager is the ultimate authority on the development and completion of a construction project.  The PM oversees the project, including hiring and approving work completed by subcontractors, as well as negotiating contracts and developing a budget and a timeline for the completion of the project.  The PM is responsible for resolving issues as they arise with either the subcontractors or government officials.  The PM works as a liaison between the construction team, architects, designers and the owners and stakeholders of the project to facilitate communication, decision making and problem solving.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Day to day office and site office operation responsibilities:
• Orchestrate assigned projects by planning and scheduling the workflow and assignments of direct reports
• Ensure that Project Superintendent is enforcing all corporate policies and administrating field activities in accordance with Haydon procedure
• Administer Project Schedule and ensure that sufficient manpower is provided by all subcontractors as required to meet the Schedule
• Ensure that all project delays are sufficiently documented, and responsible parties are notified of delays
• Create and enforce plan for recovery of lost time in progress schedule
• Enforce Subcontract Agreement and notify Subcontractors of all quality and performance defaults
• Enforce Prime Contract and perform all "Contractor” duties as set forth in the Prime Contract Agreement
• Prepare and administer all claims to Owner whether initiated by Subcontractor or Haydon
• Coordination with the Estimating Department to ensure the timely issuance of subcontract and purchase order agreements in conformance with the project schedule and Owner contract requirements
• Ensure that initial project budgets and all budget modifications are issued to the Accounting Department at required intervals
• Ensure that all contract document revisions (i.e., AIA Owner Change Orders and change orders to subcontractors) are complete and executed each month to be included with Owner billings and accounting updates
• Develop each month’s Owner application for payment and verify maximum company cash flow and accurate subcontractor percentages of completion; ensure that all applications for payments are accurate, complete and submitted on or before established dates
• Follow-up and ensure that payments due to Haydon are received on or before established dates
• Review all payments to subcontractors and their lower tier subcontractors and vendors to in conformance with preliminary lien information and percent complete

COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Team Leadership - Fosters team cooperation; defines team roles and responsibilities; supports group problem solving; ensures progress toward goals; acknowledges team accomplishments.
• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Achievement Focus - Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; recognizes and acts on opportunities; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO/AAP policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.

QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management and a minimum of 8-10 years commercial construction experience, or an acceptable combination of education and experience in commercial construction.  Excellent communication skills.  Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards is essential.  Ability to plan and organize a team effort.  Good client management and goodwill building ability.  Capacity to motivate, lead and boost morale of the teams.  Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.  Capacity to handle pressure.  Willingness to travel extensively.  Strong focus on quality.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and to use hands to type, handle, or feel and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to stand or walk.  The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds when maintaining records.