Project Manager

Columbia Construction Company; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Reading, Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the procurement process and ensure client satisfaction while managing project schedules and financial reporting. Candidates must have over 3 years of project management experience and strong communication skills. The position involves both office and construction site environments, requiring the use of personal protective equipment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project manager experience.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communications skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractual risk transfer and verify contracts.
• Manage the Procurement Process for the project.
• Develop and maintain client satisfaction.
• Obtain and process all necessary permits.
• Prepare and manage project schedules.

Skills

Project management experience

Verbal communication skills

Writing skills

Visual communication skills

Microsoft Office suite familiarity

Job description

Description

• Monitor the contractual risk transfer (CRT) of each project verifying all scopes, contracts, insurance certificates.
• Maintain a clear understanding of all financial aspects of the project.
• Manage the Procurement Process for the project.
• Develop, cultivate, and consistently maintain a high level of client satisfaction.
• Establish a high-level working relationship with vendors and subcontractors.
• Direct weekly Owner, Subcontractor, and Coordination Meetings.
• Buyout subcontractors in a timely manner to meet the project’s schedule. Develop and maintain an accurate buyout schedule.
• Obtain, review and process all submittals and shop drawings. Prepare and maintain the Submittal Schedule/Log.
• Procure all required Permits.
• Procure any insurance and/or bond requirements.
• Manage and track costs-to-date on a weekly basis. Maintain a clear understanding of all financial aspects of the project and prepare all financial reporting.
• Prepare, maintain, manage, and update accurate project schedules.
• Collaborate closely with field staff and supervisor on all aspects of the project.
• Mentor staff and develop Project Teams.
• Drive and be an active participant in the Columbia Way.

Requirements

• 3+ years’ project manager experience.
• Must possess excellent verbal, written, and visual communications skills.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.

Work Environment

• Office setting: Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Construction Site: Walking the site on uneven walking surfaces, climbing ladders, being around machinery with moving parts and around heavy equipment.
• Protective gear: Wearing personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, clothing, and a hard hat, for most of the day while on the construction site.
• Work Hours: This position generally works standard hours, but may work extended hours, nights, and weekends, especially during critical project phases, to address project delays or to assist with site coverage.
• Company Culture: Columbia strives to maintain a culture that is respectful of family and work/life balance and values that everyone is a hands-on contributor and feels comfortable sharing ideas and opinions. Our day-to-day operations are designed to encourage interactions between Columbia employees within and across teams, and to spark conversation and creativity.

Columbia does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, staffing agencies, or any other third parties. Any resumes submitted to Columbia or its employees without an agreement in place will be considered the property of Columbia, and the company will not be responsible for any associated fees or placement costs.

Third-party vendors interested in working with Columbia must contact [e-mail] to be considered for an approved vendor agreement.

All approved vendors must submit candidates directly to Talent Acquisition. Submissions sent to hiring managers or any employee outside of Columbia Talent Acquisition will not be recognized and may disqualify the agency from future partnership consideration