JOB TITLE: Precon Project Manager
DEPARTMENT: Precon
REPORTS TO: Precon/Technical Director
SUMMARY: Assist in the development of a high performing innovative Precon Design/Delivery Pre-construction team. Works with Client Relations, Workplace Strategy, FF&E, Design, and Project Delivery to ensure projects meet their Sales, Revenue and GP targets
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Developing and managing key client relationships
- Leading the integration of disciplines (strategy, client relations, business development, marketing & communications, design, project delivery) to enable the effective delivery of our Studio Eagle methodology
- Driving project delivery best practices, coordinate processes and technology to achieve culture of excellence for assigned projects
- Pre-contract pricing including all necessary quotes to ensure accuracy in bidding and maintaining GP
- Ensuring alignment to culture, values and behaviors of Studio Eagle
- Sharing project success stories and lessons learnt within studio
- Effectively maintaining regular two-way communication with the team
- Contributing to the creation of a high performing, innovative team environment
- Contributing to studio culture of Precon design excellence
- Contributing to the Precon team meetings and knowledge sharing
- Helping drive studio initiatives to improve Precon design and business operations
- Supporting management to conduct Precon design reviews at key project milestones
- Continually enhancing depth and breadth of Precon design skills, staying current with external market
- Managing project resources effectively
- Mentoring and guiding designers / other team members
- Leading in-house knowledge sharing initiatives including studio talks
- Participating in recruitment / onboarding
- Identifying and escalating risks to Design Director and Managing Director, where relevant, whilst operating in compliance with ethical practices
- Project documentation including quality control of documentation
- Setting and maintaining client timelines
- Developing and overseeing accurate quantity take-offs for client budgeting
- Overseeing and maintaining progressive budgeting for clients
- Maintaining constant financial communication with them as the design proceeds
- Overseeing sub-trade bidding and ensuring sufficient number of trade quotes are received
- Project/program/schedule/cost management including agenda/minutes with weekly issuances
- Preparing final construction contracts and reviewing in detail with Client
- Responsible to hand off an accurate and complete tender summary at or above GP budget as set with management for order processing, but staying financially responsible through the whole project.
- Overseeing costings for change orders to ensure project profitability
- Keeping in touch with clients and team members after hand-off to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintaining a very clear understanding and review of the progressive design and documents to confirm everything included in the contract documents is included in our budget to the client so there are no misinterpretations.
- Implementing Delivery best standards/practices, processes and technology solutions within the studio to enhance the capability and effectiveness of the organization
- Fostering a culture of Corporate Social Responsibility
QUALIFICATIONS:- Eight to Twelve years related experience or equivalent
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage priorities and workflow
- Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects
- Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
- Proven ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conceptualize creative concepts
- Ability to direct and recommend cost-effective creative solutions
- Ability to work on complex projects with general direction and minimal guidance.
- Passion, enthusiasm, focus, creativity, and a positive outlook.
- Professional appearance and demeanor
- Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.
- Software: MS Office, Planswift, Autodesk ACAD/Revit/Build/Takeoff, Building Connected
COMPETENCIES: - 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.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
- Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
- Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational value
