Project Manager (Construction)

CRB; Missouri; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled Construction Project Manager to lead innovative projects in the life sciences and food sectors. This role is pivotal in ensuring that construction services meet client satisfaction and project objectives. You will manage project costs, schedules, and quality while fostering strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. With a focus on safety and efficiency, you'll coordinate teams and resources to deliver successful outcomes. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a socially responsible environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction management or related fields.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction projects from inception to completion.
• Manage project cost, scheduling, and procurement effectively.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Scheduling

Cost Management

Leadership

Communication

Risk Assessment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

CRB's over 1,400 expert professionals drive innovative, life-changing and life-saving solutions for manufacturers in the life sciences and food and beverage industries. Our mission, vision, and core values put client satisfaction and employee experience at the center of everything we do.

As an AEC Firm we proudly specialize in industries that inherently carry important social responsibility - we recognize our impact and influence in the communities we serve and pursue corporate responsibility through the lens of people, community, and planet. From oncology and rare disorders to COVID-19 or alternative proteins, our design and construction projects are pioneering solutions addressing important issues such as food scarcity and global health.

Job Description

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the direction and performance of construction management services for assigned project(s), ensuring work is performed in conformance with project objectives and requirements, project performance metrics (e.g., client satisfaction, profitability), and quality requirements. Principal areas of responsibility include safety, subcontractor management, change management, project control and reporting, project staffing, adherence to quality plan, project budget, and project schedule for consulting, design or construction projects. Responsible for client relationship management, including creating a positive experience that will lead to future work. Accountable for project financial performance. Single or multiple project assignments may be required.

Responsibilities

The Construction Project Manager plays a critical role in overseeing and coordinating construction projects from inception to completion. Their responsibilities typically include:

• Establishing the project's objectives, deliverables, and scope.
• Project Cost Management:
  • Converting Project estimate into procurement buy-out plan and tracking log
  • Develop and maintain cost commitment and cashflow forecasts
  • Owner change order and trend log management
  • Manage internal manpower and expense budgets
  • Subcontractors change order management
• Project Scheduling Management:
  • Developing a project timeline with key milestones and deadlines.
  • Directly develop and manage, or oversee project scheduler with overall project schedule development, maintenance, and impact tracking
  • Host collaborative pull planning sessions for critical milestones
  • Ensure weekly schedule updates & reporting requirements are met
  • Ensure contractor lookahead scheduling coordination is taking place and in alignment with project schedule objectives
  • Ensure variance logs and impact logs are maintained and reported
• Project Procurement management:
  • Ensure complete project buy-out coverage in accordance with project budget and scope related documents
• Lead and facilitate key project related meetings such as OAC meetings, internal team meetings, scheduling meetings, planning meetings, etc.
• Ensuring the project complies with company and owner health and safety regulations and standards.
• Ensure field quality program managed to project requirements
• Coordinating the delivery and storage of materials on-site.
• Negotiating contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensuring all contractual obligations are met
• Conducting regular site inspections to monitor progress and address any issues.
• Assessing potential risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Addressing issues that arise during the project and finding solutions.
• Obtaining necessary permits and ensuring all work complies with local laws and building codes.
• Conducting final inspections and ensuring all work is completed to satisfaction.
• Preparing/Managing monthly status and financial reports, risk reviews, contractor change orders, and additional scope proposals.
• Coordinating the handover of the completed project documents and turn over requirements
• Ensure a complete project transfer of care and custody to client stakeholders at project closeout.
• Leading and motivating the project team to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
• Addressing and resolving any conflicts that arise among team members or stakeholders.

Each project may have unique requirements, so responsibilities can vary depending on the project's scale, type, and complexity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering Management, Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum of 10 years of applicable experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Team-oriented individual capable of leading and managing others
• Open to immediate work in St. Louis, MO area
• Potential for future on-site or remote support associated with project locations across Midwest geography