Project Manager

Saarman Construction, Ltd.; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Saarman Construction, Ltd. in Alameda, CA seeks an experienced construction project manager responsible for overall management of projects to meet objectives and exceed client expectations.

You will coordinate with Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors and lead the project team to deliver on schedule and budget. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, 5–8 years of construction management experience with supervisory responsibilities, and

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture or equivalent experience.
• Construction management experience of 5–8 years with supervisory responsibilities.
• Demonstrates leadership, problem-solving ability, and a strong sense of urgency.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with a solid understanding of PM control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, estimating).

Responsibilities

• Perform all responsibilities of a Project Engineer and Assistant Project Manager.
• Create a schedule of values from the awarded estimate.
• Establish a detailed schedule from the awarded schedule.
• Negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontract bid packages.
• Negotiate subcontract and material purchases within the budget range.
• Set up and implement job procedures to ensure timely buyout, shop drawing approval, and material delivery.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with the Owner, Architect, and Subcontractors.
• Work with the Superintendent to develop safety plans and implement safety procedures.
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting to all stakeholders.
• Manage, train, and supervise the project team according to company policy.
• Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors.
• Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms.
• Supervise documentation of significant project events (accidents, delays, change orders).
• Maintain quality control for projects under supervision.
• Maintain the project schedule.
• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict.
• Complete the project with a full or enhanced fee.
• Complete all job close-out procedures.
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Scheduling

Cost control

Procurement

Estimating

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Architectural

Job description

Overall management of construction projects resulting in successful project completion with the objective of exceeding client expectations.

Responsibilities

• Able to perform all responsibilities of a Project Engineer and Assistant Project Manager
• Create a schedule of values from the awarded estimate
• Establish a detailed schedule from the awarded schedule
• Negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontract bid packages
• Negotiate subcontract and material purchases within the budget range
• Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to ensure timely buyout, shop drawing approval, and material delivery
• Develop and maintain good relationships with the Owner, Architect, and Subcontractors
• Work with the Superintendent to develop safety plans and implement safety procedures
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting to all stakeholders
• Manage, train, and supervise the project team according to the company policy
• Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors
• Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms
• Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, and change orders
• Maintain quality control for projects under your supervision
• Maintain the project schedule
• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict
• Complete the project with a full or enhanced fee
• Complete all job close-out procedures
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Construction management experience (5-8 years, including supervisory skills)
• Leadership ability
• Problem-solving ability and a strong sense of urgency
• Organizational and communication skills
• Strong comprehension of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating)