Project Manager

Cumming Group

$116K — $154K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or similar field preferred.
  • Over 5 years' project management experience in design or construction, particularly in institutional and cultural projects.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project and Excel for scheduling and financial tracking.
  • Strong skills in project management, design management, estimating, budgeting, and financial reporting.
  • Experience in interpreting and managing architectural/construction drawings and specifications.
  • Excellent communication and business presentation abilities.
  • Proven success in team collaboration and relationship-building across different organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and manage strategic project plans to meet client needs.
  • Serve as Owner's Advisor throughout all project phases.
  • Oversee planning, design, and construction processes, coordinating all project activities.
  • Guide clients through design and construction complexities, aligning with ownership priorities.
  • Coordinate with architects, contractors, and project teams to meet objectives and mitigate issues.
  • Lead all contractual elements, including negotiation and execution.
  • Manage project budgets and schedules; provide regular reports to teams and clients.
  • Facilitate consultant and vendor selection processes, including preparation of RFQs/RFPs.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Matching
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Short and Long-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
Full Job Description
We are currently looking for a Project Manager based in New York, NY. The Project Manager reports to the Vice President, Principal-in-Charge and is responsible for the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of construction projects to meet time and cost objectives. He or she will function as a project leader, coordinating the responsibilities of both internal and external project team members. The Project manager must be capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects.

The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it's no wonder why we've achieved such immense success. Come join our team!

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the owner.
  • Act as Owner's Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.
  • Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.
  • Guide clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on incorporation of ownership priorities into design, construction logistics and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.
  • Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.
  • Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.
  • Manage overall project budget and schedule. Report to project team and client on a regular basis.
  • Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the client.
  • Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms. This also includes team selection within firms.
  • Manage closeout process.
  • Develop and maintain beneficial business relationships with Owners, Architect/Engineers and subcontractors for business development and marketing.


QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field is highly preferred.
  • 5+ years' of project management experience in a design or construction-related field working on institutional, cultural, museum, higher education and/or religious projects is highly preferred.
  • Proficient in PC-based scheduling and spreadsheet applications, including Microsoft Project and Excel.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in areas of: project management, design management, estimating, scheduling, budgeting/cost control, field supervision, financial reporting, client relationships,
  • Demonstrated success in managing projects.
  • Firm knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials and sequences, and architectural/construction drawings and specifications.
  • Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills.
  • The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units.
  • Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.


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The salary range for this full-time role is $116,000.00-$154,666.69 per year. Ranges are determined based on the position, geography, client and industry experience and level, and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, and not the total compensation package. Cumming Group reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, including client requirements.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) Matching
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

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