Project Manager

W3Global; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global seeks a Project Manager to plan and manage all aspects of construction projects, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity. The Project Manager will be the primary representative and point of contact for clients and engineers.

The Project Manager will also provide critical project information regarding project scope, budget, and schedule to the field operations team and manage these objectives through completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of five years of construction experience as a Project Manager and/or Assistant Project Manager.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork abilities.
• Proactive, self-motivated with a sense of urgency and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Be a strong proponent, supporter, and enforcer of the safety program, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure project work complies with contract documents, plans, specifications, and standards.
• Manage project profitability and maintain cost-to-completion projections.
• Plan with Superintendents and conduct pre-construction meetings with clients and engineers.
• Develop critical-path schedules and drive monthly billings and look-ahead plans.
• Communicate budget, schedule status, and project updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Position Summary

The primary function of the Project Manager is the planning and management of all aspects of construction projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity. The Project Manager will be the primary representative and point of contact for clients and engineers.

The primary function of the Project Manager is the planning and management of all aspects of construction projects, with a focus on safety, quality, and productivity. The Project Manager will be the primary representative and point of contact for clients and engineers.

The Project Manager will also provide critical project information regarding project scope, budget, and schedule to the field operations team and manage these objectives through completion.

The Project Manager will report directly to the Senior Project Manager or the Project Executive.

Candidates with experience as an Assistant Project Manager will also be considered.

Duties And Responsibilities

Safety

• Be a strong proponent, supporter, and enforcer of the company's safety program, policies, and procedures.
• Perform and report regular project safety observations, near misses, and job site safety audits to ensure a safe work environment.
• Assist with safety planning and job hazard analyses to prevent incidents and accidents.

Quality

• Ensure project work is completed in accordance with contract documents, including contracts, plans, and specifications, as well as industry standards.
• Ensure project work is structurally sound and meets high standards of visual appearance.
• Perform and report regular project quality observations.
• Prepare, manage, and minimize punch lists and ensure the efficient closeout of projects.

Budget Management

• Manage project profitability, including loss mitigation.
• Maintain updated and accurate job cost reports, including accurate cost-to-completion projections for each work activity.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of project contracts, plans, specifications, and budgets.
• Develop and maintain a complete understanding of the project scope of work.
• Communicate budget and schedule status, including job cost reports and updated project schedules, to Superintendents, Foremen, and Managers.
• Hold Superintendents and Foremen accountable for project budgets and schedules.
• Closely monitor daily production and labor and equipment costs using daily timecards.
• Identify scope changes and obtain written approval and documentation.
• Estimate change orders and coordinate with the Estimating Department as needed.

Project Planning and Controls

• Plan project work with Superintendents, Foremen, and Field Managers.
• Conduct internal handoff and in-house pre-construction meetings.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings with clients and engineers.
• Conduct internal job cost and schedule meetings.
• Conduct post-construction lessons-learned meetings.

Schedule Management

• Develop critical-path bar chart schedules and update them regularly.
• Assist Superintendents with two-week look-ahead schedules.
• Manage and drive project schedules and monthly billings.
• Collaborate with Superintendents to ensure adequate manpower and equipment are available to meet project schedules within budget.
• Assist Superintendents with the management of subcontractors and material vendors.

Customer Service

• Establish and maintain good relationships with customers.
• Inspire customer confidence by responding quickly and effectively.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with the Division Manager, Project Executive, Senior Project Manager, Project Managers, Field Managers, Equipment Manager, Shop Manager, Safety Manager, Superintendents, Foremen, and field personnel.
• Coordinate with the Estimating Department to provide input on bid estimates, job costs, and change orders.
• Communicate effectively with other departments, including Layout/GPS, Accounting, Human Resources, IT/OpEx, and others as needed.
• Communicate effectively with other company divisions.
• Communicate effectively with owners, engineers, inspectors, and other external customers.
• Handle conflicts effectively and professionally.

Cash Flow Management

• Ensure project invoicing is timely and accurate.
• Take a proactive approach to collecting accounts receivable.
• Thoroughly review accounts payable invoices and approve them in a timely manner.
• Competence and Leadership
• Maintain technical competence in relevant software and management systems.
• Complete Project Manager action items quickly and thoroughly.
• Demonstrate strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Exhibit leadership qualities and set a positive example for others to follow.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Senior Project Manager or Project Executive.

Additional Requirements

Qualifications and Attributes

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of five years of construction experience as a Project Manager and/or Assistant Project Manager.

Personal and Professional Attributes

• High character, honesty, and integrity.
• Positive attitude.
• Strong team-player mentality.
• Proactive, self-motivated, hardworking, and able to demonstrate a sense of urgency.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Self-confidence balanced with humility, including the ability to take ownership and learn from mistakes.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.