Construction Project Manager

Primary Function
Provide overall management direction for a field project or two or more smaller projects. Typical Duties
• Plan, organize and staff key field positions through regional department heads.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts, to facilitate construction activities.
• Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent company in project meetings, assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with Client.
Perform additional assignments as needed. Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience
Educational and experience requirements include: 4 year engineering degree or equivalent, plus extensive (ten or more years) experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management required. Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities vital; superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential. Must be a business oriented person. Comments
Reports to Vice President or Senior Project Manager. Makes decisions and recommendations which can greatly impact corporate relationship with Client and project profitability. Management responsibility generally limited to smaller less critical projects.