Project Manager, Custom Homes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

For more than three decades, London Bay has been committed to building the finest luxury residences in Southwest Florida. This high level of customer service and attention to detail is reflective of the team at London Bay, which is why we are always looking for experienced, highly motivated professionals to enhance our clients' overall experience. London Bay Homes is currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join our growing team.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the general contractors in accordance with contractual requirements, design documents, scopes of work, schedules, quality standards, budget, and all applicable building codes.

Success is defined as:

On-schedule and on-budget, and with the highest quality standards

GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as the onsite representative of the company. Participate in the design and development and preconstruction phases of each project to assist in the development and review of the plans and specifications, as they are produced. To study and evaluate the plans to identify and overcome potential problems. The review of proposed construction and general conditions budgets. Participate in value engineering meetings and make recommendations. Soft Cycle Project Commencement Participate in the turnover process from design to construction. Assist in the permitting process by representing the company in support of permit applications, and negotiating with governmental authorities, community groups, or others, if necessary to help secure the permits. Make recommendations regarding the selection of general contractors and sub-contractors. Construction Ensure that the construction is in accordance with the plans and specifications. Regularly inspect the work of the contractor and subcontractors. Attend regular meetings with the contractor and architect (OAC meetings). Operational problem solving and expediting. Monitoring of the construction schedule. Initiate RFI's as needed to provide needed information to the Field, following RFI process. Ensure jobsite is clean, orderly and secure; Conduct random inspections as appropriate. Ensure Quality is maintained. Walk through and acceptance of completed work. manage the turnover of units from the general contractor. Walk through the units to ensure that all the correct selections, options and upgrades are installed correctly and to the highest quality. Assist in the walk through of units with our clients and acceptance. Manage the punch list and warranty efforts of the general contractor. Observe testing and startup of all equipment. Budget Work to control variances in the construction project budget to maximize profitability. Review and processing of the Applications for Payment from the general contractor. Approval of the Applications for Payment and presentation to the Director of Development. Review requests for changes, assist in negotiating with the general contractor regarding proposed change orders (PCO's), submit for approval, and assist in the processing of Construction Change Directives and Change Orders. Assist in the evaluation and documentation of all claims that may arise relating to the work. Review and approval of invoices for owner-controlled items and consultants. Resolve all invoicing issues and accounts payable requests from vendors. Manage owner consultants. Review any hourly charges (design professionals), process change orders. Arrange lender inspections necessary to ensure timely funding of project. Cooperate with lender consultants such as QA consultants. Procurement Monitor procurement requirements in conjunction with design issues and schedule requirements. Focus on complex assemblies and specialty assemblies such as built-ins, landscaping, low voltage, tile, and marble. Management/Leadership Effectively lead and manage consultants and owner-controlled suppliers and the labor force present to create an engaged construction site; Responsible for developing and maintaining professional relationships with all suppliers' consultants and the general contractor and his team. Direct supervision of the Site Superintendent in accordance with the work schedule, and management of the site resources. Job Completion Attend Client Turnover walkthrough with Client Relations/Warranty department. Provide an effective and warm transition. Ensure client turnover package is complete and fully explained. Prepare as-built package for clients. Ensure all changes are tracked and captured. Warranty Monitor first 90 days of client living in the home. Ensure general contractor completes all outstanding punch-out/QCI items is a timely manner. Supervise the warranty process by the general contractor, including the 30, 90, 180day inspections and review of the project, mechanical systems, etc. Client Relations Ensure a professional and pleasing experience in all client interactions. Minimize turnaround time in the transfer of information to clients. Other related duties as requested and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

Minimum of High School Diploma. Bachelor's Degree strongly desired in Construction management, Business or Engineering.

Mandatory Experience/Background:

10+ Years proven Project Management experience in commercial and/or residential multifamily construction. Must be capable of working in a fast-paced, high energy environment, managing multiple priorities. Positive attitude, self-starter, problem-solver. Serve as an example of LB Core Values of teamwork, respect, integrity, quality, and commitment. Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be capable of leading, managing, and supervising construction field staff. Must have valid driver's license

Desired Experience/Qualifications:

Luxury building experience and working with high-end clientele. Demonstrated competency with a computer-based scheduling and project management software and systems, specifically Procore.

Physical Requirements:

May occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to drive/travel to different job sites. May occasionally climb a ladder. Must be able to proficiently manage and balance field and office time.

NOTE:

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.