Project Manager

Trident Construction; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Construction in Charleston, SC seeks aSenior Project Manager to lead pursuit, planning, execution, and closeout of multiple projects up to 15 million dollars. You will manage client relations, design teams, subcontractors, vendors, and schedules to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include preconstruction scope development, budget prep, risk analysis, buyout of subs, and ongoing quality control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field with 5+ years construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of contracting, estimating, bidding, plan reading and scheduling.
• Experience with GMP estimating and contract management; ability to learn new software quickly.

Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction scope development, quantity takeoffs, and budget preparation.
• Conduct constructability and risk analysis during pre-construction.
• Complete subcontractor buyout and coordinate scopes with trades and vendors.
• Plan and manage the overall project schedule with the Superintendent.
• Coordinate quality control activities to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Administer and supervise contract activities through on-site supervision.
• Ensure design complies with contract requirements and client needs.
• Communicate project expectations clearly to team and stakeholders.
• Review and approve subcontractor and vendor pay requests; review timesheets.
• Facilitate monthly billings with owner/architect and ensure timely reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Schedule management

Risk analysis

Buyout negotiation

Excel proficiency

Contract management

Team mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

OSHA 30 certification

First Aid certification

Tools

Timberline

OST

Revit

SketchUp

Bluebeam

Autodesk

Job description

COMPANY

Trident Construction is one of the largest, locally owned general contractors in the Charleston, SC market. We are a company focused on our culture, our employees, and our clients. We strive to make Raving Fans of everyone involved in the project through our TEAM BUILD process.

SUMMARY

This individual is responsible for the pursuit, planning, execution, and closeout of multiple projects according to strict deadlines and budget requirements. This includes client management, design team management, acquiring and managing subcontractors, vendors, and/or consultants in order to deliver projects according to plan. This person will manage typical projects up to 15 million dollars. This could be an individual project or 3-5 smaller projects simultaneously.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

• Lead the preconstruction effort to include scope development, quantity takeoffs, establishment of General Conditions and fees, solicitation of subcontractor proposals, evaluation of proposals for completeness and adherence to drawings, specifications, and schedule. Prepare the budget to be presented to the Client.
• Conduct constructability and risk management analysis of projects during pre-construction phase.
• Complete the buyout of subcontractors through scope of work development for each trade involved in the project. Consult with Superintendent on inclusions for scopes of work in each trade package. Work with Project Administrators to complete the contract process for each subcontractor to ensure compliance.
• Plan, develop, and manage, with the Superintendent, the overall project schedule including initial schedule development, updates, progress reporting and problem analysis to ensure compliance with company and client requirements.
• Ensure that all quality control activities are coordinated through the project Superintendent to ensure compliance with applicable company, owner and regulatory requirements.
• Administer and supervise all contract activities through on-site supervisors including the Superintendent.
• Ensure all technical, administrative and management objectives are obtained within the framework of established company policy and applicable professional standards.
• Ensure project design complies with company, contractual and client requirements by providing explanation of design and application of construction methods as necessary.
• Communicate project expectations effectively to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Review and approve subcontractor and vendor pay requests.
• Review and approve time sheets for onsite personnel.
• Coordinate with Project and Office staff to facilitate correct monthly billings to appropriate owner/architect.
• Ensure timely completion and insertion of applicable polices in compliance with company procedures.
• Develop relationships with clients, architects, and engineers to position the company for future projects and continue our company goal of creating raving fans.
• Develop and deliver progress reports at monthly team meetings.
• Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team.
• Work toward continuous quality improvement.
• Stay current with changing technology, including software programs and company training and development.
• Uphold, support, and promote all company policies and procedures and have a working knowledge of company HR policies.
• Review and approve PTO requests for project team members and ensure proper is arranged.

• Prepare Owner status reports as required by the contract.
• Ensure safety compliance to be in accordance with Trident's safety manual and OSHA requirements.
• Complete ongoing self-assessments, in coordination with Trident's Learning and Development program, to be reviewed by bi-annual check-ins and reviews.

• Other duties must be performed as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the individual in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skills and ability required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other similar field and a minimum five (5) years construction experience required.
• OSHA 30 certification and First Aid certification desired.
• Extensive knowledge of construction methods, means, and techniques and experience in construction and contracting procedures.
• Knowledge of contracting, equipment, estimating, specifications, bidding procedures, plan reading, surveying, cost estimating, cost accounting, expediting, scheduling, billing, customer relations and construction material is required.
• Strong knowledge, understanding, and experience of conceptual, design development, and GMP estimating and contract management.
• Desired experience with the following software: Timberline, OST, Revit, SketchUp, Timberline, Bluebeam, Autodesk. Ability to quickly learn new software upon starting position.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, costs, and principles.
• Detailed Estimating experience to include quantity takeoffs, budgeting, bid leveling, and complete estimate development.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends if required by project schedule.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, governmental regulations, and project design documents.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to speak effectively to a group of peers.

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Strong communication skills to effectively share and manage the goals of the project and project team.
• Effective leadership skills to define the success of the project and project team.
• Exude motivation and a passion for your role on the project to influence other team members to follow you and manage effectively.
• Show the ability to adapt and overcome challenging situations as you drive towards a solution that best fits the needs of the project, goals of the client, and expectations of the company.
• Successfully train and mentor rising project team members to include Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and Assistant Superintendents.
• Demonstrate the desire to continuously seek opportunities for added responsibility and growth in all functions of this role.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the ability to climb ladders and scaffolding up to 50' tall and lift up-to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to walk jobsites extensively (6-8 hours per day) and navigate through construction area(s).

REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS

• Valid Driver's License and own transportation.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be able to pass criminal background check

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Trident Construction Resource Management, LLC (TCRM) is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination. It is our policy to provide job opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran or other legally protected status. This policy relates to all phases of employment, including hiring, promotion, transfer, demotion, termination, wages, benefits and conditions of employment. Decisions regarding employment and promotion shall be based solely upon an individual’s qualifications and valid requirements for the position being filled and shall further the principle of equal opportunity employment.