Project Manager Special Projects Division

Swinerton; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Assistant Project Manager to oversee construction projects from inception to completion. This role involves managing budgets, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with project specifications. You will lead a team, maintain quality control, and foster strong relationships with stakeholders. If you are a proactive problem-solver with a strong sense of urgency and excellent organizational skills, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the success of exciting construction projects in Atlanta.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of field construction management experience, including supervisory skills.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of construction projects ensuring successful completion.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Owners, Architects, and Subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership ability

Problem-solving ability

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Computer skills

Education

Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Architectural degree

Tools

Project management control systems

Job description

Job Description Summary:

Overall management of construction project resulting in successful project completion.

Job Description:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
• Able to perform all Assistant Project Manager’s and Project Engineer’s responsibilities (refer to position descriptions)
• Estimate and establish budgets and contract price (GMP/Lump Sum)
• Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchases
• Set up and implement job procedures and techniques to assure timely buyout, shop drawing approval and material delivery
• Keep project on schedule
• Develop and maintain good relationship with Owner, Architect and Subcontractors
• Work with Superintendent to develop safety plans and to implement safety procedures
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting to management
• Manage, train, and supervise project team according to Company policy
• Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors
• Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with all contract terms
• Supervise documentation of all significant project events, e.g., accidents, delays, Change Orders
• Direct preconstruction services and activities
• Negotiate, prepare and issue subcontract bid packages
• Assist with business development and participate in job interviews
• Maintain quality control (integrity and excellence of completed project)
• Support estimating staff (bid item specialist)
• Avoid or mitigate claims and conflict
• Complete all job close-out procedures
• Conduct warranty follow-up (1-year warranty walks)
• Complete project with full or enhanced fee
• Complete other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experience
• Field construction management experience (5-8 years, including supervisory skills)
• Leadership ability
• Problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
• Organizational and communication skills
• Drafting and computer skills
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting
• Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating).