Project Manager

Wohlsen Construction Company; Connecticut; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wohlsen Construction Company in Connecticut is seeking a Project Manager who will secure and manage project cost, schedule, and performance. The role involves preparing project plans, monitoring progress, and coordinating with clients and team members. Ideal candidates should have a B.S. degree in a relevant field, 3-7 years of experience, specifically in healthcare project management with $5 million contract values. OSHA certifications are a plus. The position requires minimal physical activity but demands attention to safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of relevant experience in project management for construction.
• Experience managing projects with values of $5 million and up.
• Ability to present effectively to clients.

Responsibilities

• Secure and manage project cost, schedule, and performance.
• Prepare project plans and communicate with team members.
• Monitor project progress and scope changes.

Skills

Project Management

Healthcare Construction

Estimating

Pre-Construction Services

Sales and Marketing

OSHA Certification

Education

B.S. degree in Construction Technology, Engineering or related discipline

Job description

About Your Opportunity

The primary responsibility for the Project Manager is to secure and manage project cost, schedule, and performance in conformance with company policy, standards, and goals. The Project Manager presents superior technical expertise to the client.

How You’ll Contribute

• Prepare the project plan, sequence, and schedule with collaboration of field personnel.
• Prepare and issue project documents including progress reports, project schedule updates, and financial/budget updates.
• Initiate periodic meetings and other forms of communication with project team members and client, to acquaint them with unresolved problems and to provide an adequate degree of coordination.
• Monitor project progress for adherence to schedule and man hour expenditures versus percent complete.
• Re‑plan and make corrections/adjustments to maintain schedule; identify causes, advise client, and negotiate changes in fee.
• Monitor project scope for changes affecting budget and schedule; identify causes, advise client, and negotiate changes in fee.
• Keep client informed of progress on the project and of any technical problems/solutions and their effect on design and costs.
• Assure that Wohlsen submits invoices to the client that are timely and meet the requirements of the Owner contract.
• Identify solution to any problem which might impede progress of the project or adversely affect client relations. This includes soliciting the help and personal involvement of management in the solution of unusual technical problems encountered during work.
• Coordinate with Estimating team staff on the development of costs and time schedules. Also, assemble estimates including soliciting subcontractor quotations.
• Review with the Estimating team staff all plans, specifications, and reports relative to the project.
• Participate in the contract negotiations and change in scope budgeting with the client and ensure that all procedures governing the review and approval of contracts are followed before signing.
• Review initial estimate in the preparation for initial budget upload in coordination with estimating and accounting department. Also assist with the preparation of the Project Performance Agreement (PPA).
• Help with the project procurement process including interview preparation, staff planning, scheduling, and interview process.
• Manage and develop the Project Assistants and Project Engineer(s).
• Review safety requirements in pre‑installation planning sessions and obtain acknowledgement by subcontractors to ensure they follow our guidelines. Conduct site safety inspections.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Construction Technology, Engineering, or related discipline and 3-7 years relevant experience.
• Experience in healthcare construction project management with contract values of $5 million and up.
• Experience in multiple disciplines including project management, estimating, pre‑construction services, and construction management.
• Experience in the sales and marketing process, including making presentations to potential customers.
• OSHA 10 Hour Certification.
• OSHA 30, First Aid and CPR is preferred.
• Ability to travel and work additional hours when needed to meet business plan goals.

Physical Requirements

In a normal day, this position requires little to no standing or walking. The employee must be able to sit for 7+ hours, drive 1-4 hours, and lift/carry up to 10 lbs. Occasionally, the employee may need to bend at the waist, squat, climb (including ladders), reach above shoulders, kneel, crawl, use foot controls, and/or work at heights above 6 feet (0-33% of time).

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Wohlsen Construction to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, and termination.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment, and Wohlsen Construction may exercise its at‑will employment rights at any time.