Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

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The Position:
Project Manager
We are looking for an inspiring, team-oriented Project Manager to join our team to work with both the development and construction teams. In this role you will lead and be responsible for the full project lifecycle from acquisition through occupancy on all assigned Projects.

• Development Management
• Be the point person for lender and equity.
• Accountable for project specific financial performance (development budget).
• Review and put in place utility contracts.
• Gather and compile the monthly bank draw packages to include all costs associated with development and construction.
• Send change orders to equity partners for approval.
• Approve/Track/Collect budget reallocations and forecasts and review the budget impact.
• Collect and approve all lien waivers and associated documents required by contract and lender for compliance.
• Design Management
• Lead and coordinate value engineering conversations with the design and construction team when needed.
• Coordinate and resolve with Civil Engineer, subcontractors, and construction team on all civil issues with Municipality.
• Coordinate design visioning and design issues with management to ensure design consistency and to achieve the optimal project vision.
• Ensure design teams meet milestones for deliverables and that documents align with design intent.
• Construction Management
• Lead weekly OAC meetings; provide meeting agendas and meeting minutes.
• Perform weekly site walks with management to identify and record quality control issues for subcontractors to resolve.
• Track and update the subcontractor’s buyout to ensure on-schedule long lead items.
• Review subcontractor monthly applications and ensure payment requests reflect work completed.
• Review and negotiate subcontractor change orders; provide recommendations for approval.
• Oversee the submittal log and track all submittals with Owner and Design Team for timely approvals.
• Monitor burn rate of general conditions, general requirements, and contingency to align with work progress.
• Help maintain the Master Construction Project Schedule and identify schedule risks.
• Close Out and Occupancy (Lease-Up) Management
• Responsible for permit close-out.
• Coordinate and manage project punch-list walk.
• Coordinate hand-over meeting with Property Management and Contractor to ensure maintenance personnel are trained on required equipment.
• Evaluate subcontractors’ Final Application for Payment against contract and punch list completion; recommend payment accordingly.
• Ensure final lien waivers and release of claims are provided by subcontractors.
• Help gather warranties and owner manuals from subcontractors and participate in required training for property management and maintenance staff.

• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and management skills.
• Must be able to manage and navigate shifting work priorities effectively.
• Have a thorough understanding of construction documents and how the disciplines interact with each other.
• Have a strong understanding of sequencing of construction activities and construction means and methods.
• Five (5) years of experience within construction and real estate and eight (8) years total of professional working experience.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe PDF Professional, Bluebeam, Smartsheet and web-based project management software.

Since 1981, Braden Fellman Group has been cultivating unique intown spaces. We focus on Atlanta-based projects and offer a collaborative culture with opportunities for development and leadership. We provide great benefits, including 401k match and discounted rent for those who live in Braden Fellman Group properties.

Braden Fellman Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law.