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Construction Project Manager
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What they do
A Construction Project Manager supervises construction projects from beginning to end, ensuring that projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints. Controls the time, cost and quality of construction projects, from residential, commercial and industrial buildings to roads, bridges and schools. Plans and coordinate all aspects of the construction process, including hiring contractors and working with engineers, architects and vendors.
$107,423 / year median in Georgia
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Develop and maintain a project schedule consistent with contractual requirements. Creating and maintaining a schedule pace that will ensure timely completion.
Issue Purchase Orders for necessary materialsMaintain project budgetPrepare and review with Superintendent Job Start PackageConduct preconstruction meetings with appropriate partiesConduct periodic job meetings during construction with appropriate partiesPartner with Superintendent, assist with job specific procedures and adjust progress as necessary to insure timely completion of projectPartner with Superintendent to ensure job specific safety requirements are established and complied with by all project participants.
Process all required paperwork for both internal and external useEnsure that both Company and client objectives are being metProcess all required paperwork for both internal and external usePrepare timely draw requests and invoicing with required backup for accountingTravel as necessary for the proper execution of assigned projectsEnsure a strong project closure by proactively determining and executing client's requirements for "turn over", completing all required documentation, acquiring all lien waivers and final payments. Qualifications and Education Requirements Degree in Construction Management and a minimum of 3 years project management experience with restaurant, petroleum/convenience store, bank/credit union and retail projects. Possess the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Experience may be considered in lieu of education. Building Operations
- has a range of experience in field operations and construction means and methods, including scheduling, ordering, field supervision, quality control, production of all phases and project closeout. Estimating
- can participate in developing bid strategy. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications and other documents as well as develop sub bid packages, negotiate, and award subcontracts. Staff
- Ability to perform under pressure, evaluate situations and make timely, accurate decisions.
- establishes positive relationships with clients with the ultimate responsibility to provide the best customer service in the industry. Business Development
- participates in presentations and sales calls; seeks project opportunities from past and current clients. Financial Understanding
- understands project cost reporting systems and can use them to accurately communicate the financial status of a project.