Job Title: Senior Project Manager Construction (Commercial / K-12 Construction Projects)

Job Type: Full-Time / Direct Hire

Domain: Construction

Work Location: Copiague, NY 11726

Job Description

Role: Plan and manage construction projects from conception to completion in a timely and cost-effective manner. Manage multiple projects simultaneously and have a hands-on approach to managing all phases of project documentation. Focused on building and maintaining relationships with clients, architects, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed with overall satisfaction.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Oversee team of 3-4 project managers.
• Ensure overall quality and coordination of work performed, client interface, and utilization of resources.
• Prepare the schedule of values and manage project budgets.
• Prepare all submittals, RFIs, shop drawings, and change order requests on time.
• Ensure accurate and complete project documentation.
• Facilitate and understand the bidding/negotiation/buyout process.
• Collaborate and communicate with Engineers, Architects, etc. to ensure project requirements are met or exceeded.
• Plan, schedule, and track projects and deliverables to ensure project milestones are met.
• Review project drawings and specifications to identify potential issues before mobilization of the project.
• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of all managed projects.
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors and vendors while developing strong working relationships.
• Have a thorough understanding of the subcontractor's scope and contracts and identify opportunities and risks.
• Resolve all project issues in a professional manner with subcontractors, architects, engineers, and clients.
• Work with on-site superintendents to deliver the highest possible quality and customer satisfaction.
• Complete projects to maximize profits and client satisfaction.
• Prepare, coordinate, and attend all required project meetings with clients/owners, engineers, architects, and subcontractors.
• Identify and negotiate time extensions where justified and/or allowed.
• Ensure the punch list is completed on time and to the client's satisfaction.
• Review and ensure that the safety plan is in place before starting the project.
• Ensure that company contractual standards are being met before performing work

Educational requirements:

• Bachelor's in Construction Management a plus, but not required.
• 64 Hour Site Safety Training a plus, 30-hour OSHA Certification is required.

Skills:

• Must be able to manage multiple tasks and follow up both internally and externally.
• Ability to read and understand all required project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Ability to prepare all project documentation and correspondence.
• Be Analytical and have problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to think and make decisions in difficult situations.
• Have high attention to detail and level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.
• Preferable experience in the use of Timberline, Sage Master Builders, and Xactimate.
• Preferable experience in the use of Procore.
• Ability to execute tasks with a high level of self-independence.
• Competent in preparing project scope, budget, and schedules.
• 5+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction required.
• Prior school construction experience is a plus, but not required.