Project Manager

FCL Builders, LLC; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management company is seeking a Project Manager to lead project teams, ensuring the success of multi-million dollar projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction management and at least five years of experience managing contracts ranging from $5M to $30M. They should possess strong leadership qualities and excellent communication skills, with a commitment to project accountability, safety, and quality. Join us to make an impact by exceeding our customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years managing projects of $5M - $30M contracts.
• Knowledge of construction estimating and procurement.
• Ability to read construction documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams to ensure overall success.
• Develop project budgets and scope.
• Conduct regular meetings with team and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication

Financial Acumen

Organizational Skills

Education

BS/BA in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

CMIC

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Project Manager (PM) is a key player on our construction team, responsible for overall project success including profitability, safety, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction. FCL Project Managers are passionate problem solvers who serve as trusted advisors and lead our project teams to exceed customer expectations. PMs own their projects, coordinating and leading their respective project teams (Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers/Engineers, Project Administrators, Project Accountants) in a professional manner that contributes to the overall success of FCL. The PM has the experience to execute projects from start to finish; the ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships resulting in customer satisfaction; and the commitment to create and maintain a safety culture. Project Managers clearly communicate with Superintendents, subcontractors, and owners; have a strong understanding of budgets, cost control and accounting; are results oriented with proven ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines; and are known for being able to provide innovative and sound solutions to complex problems.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION, PROJECT AND SCHEDULE MANAGEMENT

• Responsible for ensuring overall success of projects directly responsible to manage
• Read the complete Owners Contract and understand and implement the requirements of this agreement
• Review and develop written project scope and develop project budgets
• Responsible for managing the change order process on their project
• Conduct regular reviews of schematic design drawings, design development drawings and construction documents and design milestones throughout the design process to ensure project design coincides with project outline specifications, project schedule and budget
• Participate in planning meetings with design professionals
• Gather information, write and submit all RFI’s (Request for Information) to Architect, Engineer or Owner and distribute responses to all bidding subcontractors, and/or work with and train a APM or PE in doing task such as RFIs
• Work with Regional Vice Presidents to write Owner contracts based on final construction documents, approved Owner proposal and approved schedule
• Keep the office leadership informed regarding subcontractor buyout and contract award process
• Develop timelines and critical path schedule, including phasing to facilitate ongoing project activities
• Coordinate subcontracts to be written based on approved scope
• Coordinate with Project Administrator (PA) to send out approved contracts with schedule and pertinent project information to all subcontractors to be working on the project
• Coordinate development of a Superintendent Project Package which includes a copy of project permit including all required inspections, schedule, subcontractor list and all contract scopes for use by Superintendent in the field
• Coordinate pre-construction planning with design team, owners, subcontractors prior to the commencement of each project
• Coordinate punch list development with Architect, Owner and distribute to all team members. Follow-up to insure a timely completion of punch list & keep Owner/Architect updated on progress.
• Facilitate building start-up and commissioning for required items between FCL, subcontractors and owner

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT

• Act as the lead construction representative on each project working with design team, owners, subcontracts and FCL team
• Interface daily with FCL Superintendent to check on project progress and discuss any questions/issues/concerns in the field
• Oversee weekly on-site construction meetings and document progress by issuing weekly meeting minutes and a revised/updated project schedule via email within 24 hours of site meeting to all subs, architect and FCL Team Members
• Build a relationship with the Owner’s Representative for all projects you are working on. Be their “Go to” within FCL.
• Develop, strengthen and maintain client and subcontractor relationships.
• Create and foster collaborative and effective relationships with all team members by acting with the highest level of ethics and integrity.
• Coach, mentor, teach and develop Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers toward becoming a Project Manager

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Review and Approve payment applications and change order requests with accounting and coordinate payment applications to be completed and sent to Owner according to timelines in Owner contract
• Oversee completion and collection of close-out documents, and processing of final payments
• Oversee, manage and update the Project Budget to provide accurate Monthly Cost to Completes & profit projections.

CHANGE ORDER MANAGEMENT

• Evaluate Subcontractor Change Orders (SCOs) and be responsible for the process to write SCO’s and distribute SCOs to the subcontractor
• Develop Owner Change Orders (OCOs) description and be responsible for the process in writing OCO’s, distribute OCO’s to Owner and obtain written approval
• Keep budget and CMiC up to date. Insure added scope is not performed prior to written agreement with Owner.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• ENSURES ACCOUNTABILITY: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• ACTION ORIENTED: Takes on new opportunities, and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• COMMUNICATES EFFECTIVELY: Develops and delivers communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• MANAGES CONFLICT: Handles conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
• COURAGE: Stepping up to address difficult issues and saying what needs to be said.
• FINANCIAL ACUMEN: Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions.
• PLANS AND ALIGNS: Planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
• BALANCES STAKEHOLDERS: Anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• BS/BA in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field or equivalent in work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing projects ranging from $5M – $30M (+) contracts in commercial, and/or industrial construction environments
• Knowledge of basic building design and construction systems
• Ability to read construction documents and specification manuals
• Ability to compile and analyze data
• Strong organizational and writing/speaking skills
• Knowledge of construction estimating and procurement processes
• Ability to interpret and apply state law, local codes and administrative procedures related to effectively managing a project
• Willingness and availability to travel as needed
• Extensive knowledge of scheduling, cost control and safety procedures

Preferred

• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in working with computers and other types of technology
• Intermediate or advanced proficiency in the following computer applications: Microsoft Office Applications - Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CMIC, Bluebeam and Microsoft Project

Physical Demands

• Mobility on and around construction sites with uneven surfaces and inside the office
• Able to climb stairs and/or ladder if required
• Works in inclement weather/high noise level at times during site visits