Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
8+ years of project management experience
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling tools
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
Responsibilities
Plan and organize staffing for key field positions
Establish project objectives and performance standards
Act as liaison with clients and architects to facilitate construction
Monitor construction progress to ensure adherence to schedule and budget
Prepare and manage project documentation and submittals
Conduct project meetings with stakeholders
Manage relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Dynamic work environment with varied responsibilities
Exposure to diverse projects and clients
Collaborative team culture
Potential for travel to multiple job sites
Full Job Description
Summary/Objective:
The Senior Project Manager will work with the project team to provide overall management direction for two or more projects, estimate specified work packages and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular client, group of clients, or geographical area.
Essential Functions:
Plan, organize, and maintain/staff key field positions through department heads or trade managers
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy and clients' direction
Act as liaison with prime client and architect/engineer contacts, to facilitate construction activities
Assist in estimating specific work packages as they arise
Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site supervision 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 strategy meetings, etc.
Review project tracking reports to monitor productivity and labor utilization
Create and maintain internal project schedules
Prepares complete, accurate, and timely submittal logs for construction projects based on project drawings and specifications
Accountable for receiving approved submittal's from architect or engineer and notifying the project superintendent of potential schedule impact
Prepare all necessary back up relating to change requests
Responsible for timely completion for all required project close-out documents per contract
Distribute contract documents to subcontractors, including drawings, specifications, and general conditions.
Include any accepted alternatives or addendum's with documents
Distribute final requirement documentation to subcontractors
Schedule all required construction meetings with required personnel, subcontractors, architects, and owners
Attend owner/architect pre-bid, project and close out meetings
Solicit subcontractors and suppliers for proposals prior to submission deadline
Prepares correspondence with owner, architect, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, etc. Examples of referenced correspondence include, but not confined to the following items: schedule of values, project schedule, memos, request for information, transmittal's, and submittal's
Submit building permit application, follow-up on review progress and receive upon approval. Submit check request to finance for associated fees according to check request procedures
During construction phase, proactively, manage project to achieve quality, schedule, budget, and safety.
Maintain customer (owner, architect, engineer, subcontractor, supplier, and public official) relationships and conduct project meetings.
Ensure prompt payment from the customer and timely disbursement to subcontractors and suppliers in accordance to the agreement
Document quality and progress of each subcontractors and suppliers. Update subcontractors and suppliers of any changes to the plans, specifications, and/or schedule
Inform management of productivity, costs, quality control, document management and processing of applications for payment. Notify management of any issues that arise which affects quality, budget, progress, and safety
Monitor staffing needs, evaluate performance, and address employee relation issues as warranted for staff
Perform additional duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibility: Yes
Required:
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and a minimum 8 years project management experience and/or equivalent combination of vocational training and experience
Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills
Must be able to work independently with little supervision
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, and Project (or other scheduling tools)
Makes decisions and recommendations, which can greatly impact corporate relationships' with clients on projects which he/she is managing
Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills
Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
Must be available, and have the means to report to multiple job sites as assigned
Work Environment:
May work in varying temperatures; both inside and outside, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, cold and dampness
May work in areas with exposure to moderate/high noise levels
May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles including dust
May be required to work in confined spaces or from high heights
Physical Demands:
While performing duties of the job the employee may work aloft, climb, bend, pull, reach overhead, stand/walk for long periods of time and lift up to 50 lbs.
Frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms
Must be able to correctly identify all colors of a color-coded cable/wires and see close vision, distance vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
Travel:
May require travel
Preferred:
Quality control (ISO 9000)
Production tracking
Project scheduling
Prior military experience
Final compensation will be determined based on applicable experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors