Project Manager

Our Client is a reputable, growing regional General Contractor specialized in delivering quality ground-up commercial office, medical, education, industrial, and hospitality construction and upfit projects in North and South Carolina.  Based on continued growth, they are actively seeking a Project Manager to provide overall management of multiple projects of varying size and scope including client communications and relations.Essential Duties:

• Establish project objectives, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications.
• Confer with superintendents and construction staff to discuss such matters as work procedures, complaints and construction problems;
• Review and input on RFPs for design and construction management services;
• Managing a project from initial client meeting to completion including design development, permitting, construction and close-out.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with Owner(s), architects, mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineers, permitting offices and other contacts to facilitate project activities.
• Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Oversee payment application approvals and contract administration functions in addition to plan and document control
• Assists with development and preparation of proposals.
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
• Work with different management teams to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.
• May requisition supplies and materials to complete project.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers and clients.
• Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, variances, costs and scheduling

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of construction management systems including: change order process, job costing/forecasting, budgeting, purchasing/estimating, and labor management.
• Strong client development and marketing skills; community interaction and involvement.
• Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written technical correspondence on project related issues.
• Proficient computer skills
• Ability to create and maintain schedules with knowledge of scheduling programs.
• Excellent project management and leadership skills, with creative problem solving ability.
• Team player with problem solving and “can-do” attitude.
• Proactive; able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years experience in commercial ground-up construction
• Applicable four-year degree (in architecture, construction management, engineering, or related field) from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary
• Healthcare Insurance
• 401k with Company Match
• Vehicle Allowance and Fuel Card
• Company Computer and Phone