Project Manager

Pavarini McGovern; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Gainesville, Florida, is seeking a Project Manager to oversee field operations, maximize profits, and ensure project stability. The ideal candidate has a degree in Construction Management or a related field, with at least 3 years of experience in construction management. Responsibilities include managing subcontractors, developing project budgets, and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards. Competitive salary and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of construction management experience required.
• Preferred: 5 or more years of experience.
• Must pass a background and drug test prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer, direct, and coordinate field supervisory personnel.
• Develop and implement operating procedures for projects.
• Prepare project budget with the Superintendent.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

The primary role of the Project Manager is to administer, direct, and coordinate the functions of field supervisory personnel and subcontractors within the operations division. The Project Manager maximizes profit, controls costs, and ensures stability and growth. They act as the primary interface between Ajax and the Architect, Engineer, and Owner, reporting directly to the Operations Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Hire, terminate, and/or change the duties of assigned personnel, following established company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Develop and implement normal operating procedures for overall project operations.
• Approve material purchases and equipment rentals not covered in the estimate or on hand.
• Act as company representative in negotiations with owners.
• Approve the purchase of tools and supplies on jobsite.
• Approve overtime hours above a 10% limit over budget to meet project needs.
• Approve all contract agreements and costs of all outside repairs of equipment assigned to the site(s).
• Procure building permits.
• Work with the Superintendent to control time, cost, quality, and safety on the project.
• Timely preparation and submission of all reports to keep top management accurately informed about time, cost, quality, and safety.
• Prepare the project budget with the Superintendent.
• Prepare the project schedule, working with major subcontractors and the project superintendent.
• Prepare a Schedule of Values.
• Assist with planning and execution of buyout, including drafting of Purchase Orders.
• Write “Scope of Work” and other data for Attachment “A” of subcontracts and follow-up details necessary for consummation of subcontract agreements.
• Write Change Orders to contracts, purchase orders, and subcontracts.
• Prepare shop drawing and submittal data schedule and log.
• Expedite procurement of shop drawings and submittal data and their processing.
• Expedite material deliveries to ensure timeliness.
• Handle correspondence with Owner, Architect, Subcontractors, and Material Suppliers.
• Work with the project superintendent on decisions regarding construction methods, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain responsibility for accuracy and timeliness of all field reports, including job cost updates, schedule updates, and monthly status reports.
• Expedite paperwork to ensure prompt payment of subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring understanding of payment requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely monthly applications for payment are delivered to the Owner and follow up until payment is received.
• Plan and conduct weekly job meetings with subcontractors to determine if work is on schedule, meets quality standards, and meets safety requirements.
• Work closely with the Safety Director to enforce the company’s Safety Policy.
• Manage and direct activities and details from contract signing to warranty period to ensure an efficient, profitable project.
• Commit to active participation in the company’s Quality Improvement Plan.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (required). Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management with field experience.
• Licensing / Registration / Certification: Preferred – General Contractors License.
• Experience: 3 or more years of construction management experience (required). Preferred: 5 or more years.
• Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: Understanding of industry practices and trends, advanced interpersonal, communicative, and organizational skills.
• All employees must pass a background and drug test prior to hire.

Ajax Building Company, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

About Us: We build. From workplaces and hospitals to hotels and cultural centers, we construct the amazing places that define communities. Our services span the full lifecycle of construction—starting with site evaluations and preconstruction through commissioning, close-out, and beyond. The STO Building Group family of companies includes over 4,000 employees across the US, Canada, UK, and Ireland, offering comprehensive construction solutions worldwide.