Project Manager - Pittsburgh, PA

VetJobs

Saxonburg (PA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

VetJobs is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager in Pennsylvania to oversee coordination of design, preconstruction, and construction activities for complex projects. You will liaison with owners, engineers, architects, and vendors to define design parameters and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires deep knowledge of MEP systems, building codes, and construction methodologies, with travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

10+ years of experience in commercial construction.
Experience coordinating commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, distribution, or institutional projects.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Coordinate design development, value engineering and scope review meetings.
Identify design conflicts, deficiencies, and coordination issues before construction.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve system clashes and optimize installation methods.
Monitor installation activities for compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards.
Review and process submittals and RFIs from the field.
Conduct field walks and inspections and provide progress reports to stakeholders.
Assist site superintendents in managing subcontractor performance and schedule adherence.
Coordinate startup, testing, balancing, commissioning and turnover activities.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Schedule management

Customer focus

Quality management

Team collaboration

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Excel

Word

Microsoft Project

Adobe Acrobat

Procore

Sage 100

Job description

Job Description

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Department

Preconstruction / Construction

Reports To

CRO

Location

Office/Project Sites

FLSA Status

Exempt

Position Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating, reviewing, and managing all building systems throughout the conception through the turnover phases of a project. This role acts as the primary liaison between owners, engineers, architects, and vendors to determine the design parameters of a project. An excellent Construction Project Manager must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results in accordance with contract documents, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.

The Project Manager plays a critical role in minimizing conflicts, improving constructability, and ensuring successful project delivery. The Project Manager will also be expected to travel to/from assigned job sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Preconstruction Coordination

Participate in design development, value engineering, and scope review meetings.
Identify design conflicts, deficiencies, and coordination issues before construction.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve system clashes and optimize installation methods.

Construction Phase Oversight

Monitor installation activities for compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards.
Review and process submittals (material data, shop drawings) and answer Requests for Information (RFIs) from the field.
Conduct field walks and inspections to ensure proper installation and provide progress reports to architects/developers/owners.
Assist site superintendents in managing subcontractor performance and schedule adherence.

Schedule and Cost Management

Create detailed project timelines, project staging, and overall completion milestones.
Negotiate and write contracts for subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Assist in evaluating change orders and potential cost impacts.
Support overall project schedule development and updates.
Identify potential key project delays/budget issues and come up with proactive solutions.

Commissioning and Turnover

Coordinate startup, testing, balancing, and commissioning activities.
Verify completion of punch list items related to MEP systems.
Ensure receipt and review of O&M manuals, warranties, and as-built documents.
Participate in owner training sessions and final turnover activities.
Support successful project closeout and warranty management.

Safety and Quality

Promote and enforce company safety policies on the job site.
Ensure installation quality meets company standards, local building codes, legal requirements, site safety protocols, and project requirements.

Required Qualifications

Experience

10+ years of experience in commercial construction.
Past job experience coordinating commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, distribution, or institutional projects.
Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Technical Knowledge

Strong Understanding Of

In-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles.
HVAC systems
Electrical distribution systems
Plumbing systems
Fire protection systems
Building automation systems
Low-voltage and communications systems
Building codes and industry standards
MEP commissioning processes

Technological Proficiency

Be able to effectively use various computer programs, including but not limited to Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Procore and Sage 100.
Ability to create and present a credible, confident, positive image of oneself and the Company During Oral Presentations To Clients, Designers And Others.
Experience in data centers and high reliability facilities, with an understanding of their specialized MEP system is a plus.

Core Competencies