Senior Project Manager

Liberty; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national construction service provider based in Cedar Rapids is looking for a Senior Project Manager to oversee construction projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Responsibilities include developing project plans, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of construction processes and effective conflict resolution skills.

Qualifications

• High degree of construction knowledge preferred.
• Strong ability to read and understand project plans and specifications.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the construction project from start to finish.
• Develops project schedules and labor plans.
• Communicates effectively with field staff and stakeholders.
• Monitors progress and conducts site inspections.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project planning

Cost estimating

Excellent communication

Time management

Team-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Digital Takeoff programs

Bluebeam

Job description

Founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 2007, Liberty offers expertise in a broad array of construction and equipment services nationwide including general requirements, equipment, supply, concrete, special projects, and site access solutions. Our experience, combined with our innovative approach and stellar customer service, ensures a seamless experience —with safety and reliability at the forefront. We’ve built strong relationships with key contractors and clients in every sector, including commercial, residential, healthcare, and higher education.

Overview

Responsible for a broad spectrum of duties, covering all aspects of project management, including project planning, cost management, cost estimating, time/labor management, quality management, contract administration, and safety management. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of project management are successfully completed. Manages overall project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, project specific estimating, submittal/RFI procurement, document control, constructability resolutions, aspects of project accounting, project specific purchasing and safety, while providing technical direction and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Oversees the construction project from start to finish.
• Develops project schedules and labor plans.
• Ensures optimum utilization of resources, including labor, materials and equipment, and their procurement at most cost-effective terms.
• Develops effective communications and mechanisms for resolving conflicts among various stakeholders and participants.
• Manages project estimating including all project changes.
• Ensures proper Document Controls both in the office and in the field.
• Works with the accounting office to ensure that all aspects of Project accounting functions are complete.
• Ensures that construction activities move according to pre-determined schedule.
• Devises the project work plans and make revisions as and when need arises.
• Communicates effectively with the field staff, construction managers, clients and sub-contractors.
• Monitors the progress of the construction activities on a regular basis and holds regular status meetings with our field staff.
• Maintains strict adherence to budgetary guidelines, quality and safety standards.
• Performs weekly inspections of construction sites.
• Attends weekly project meetings.
• Identifies and proposes solid solutions to constructability issues.
• Reports weekly on project status.
• Performs multiple duties as necessary to timely and accurately complete project responsibilities (PM/APM/Asst. Est./ ETC.).
• Travels as needed to support the organization as needed.
• Maintains a complete understanding of the current status of the assigned project and organization, contributing to the growth and success of the business.
• Performs other related duties as required or directed.

Qualifications

• High degree of Division 6, 10, 12, 32 construction knowledge and analytical skills preferred.
• Strong ability to read and understand project plans and specifications.
• Robust experience with project planning, forecasting and cost Estimating.
• Proficiency with PC and software, including Microsoft Office, Digital Takeoff programs, Bluebeam, Onscreen Takeoff, AutoCAD, Microsoft Project and Timberline.
• A strong understanding of the critical importance of project safety.
• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively plan, organize and schedule and make logical decisions based on new information.
• Ability to work and contribute in a professional, team-oriented environment.
• Willingness and ability to wear multiple hats (PM/APM/Asst. Est./Asst. BIM, etc.)
• Ability to travel to other regions as needed.

Working Conditions

Construction jobsite and warehouse conditions, which include exposure to high temperatures; cool/cold temperatures; weather conditions, and loud noises. Some general office and construction trailer working conditions. Job site walking.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level and spend additional time on the physical job site or construction trailer. Job site walking.

Disclaimer

The Above description covers the principal duties and responsibilities of the job. The description shall not, however, be construed as a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day.