Project Manager - Construction

Job Description

Overall responsibility for all aspects of small/medium sized construction project management including, but not limited to, plans review for technical completeness, schedule development/review/approval, environment of care compliance and construction effectiveness, communication with user departments, budget oversight and contingency management, contractor supervision and construction quality assurance.

Assists with the construction quality assurance and construction compliance with all other projects under management er duties as assigned.

Degree in engineering or other construction related field or the equivalent experience.

7 years increasing project management supervision and quality assurance (Required).

Proven ability to manage construction jobs on time and within budget. Excellent communication (both written and oral) skills in the areas of contract compliance/supervision and user expectation management.

In depth knowledge of construction means and methods combined with proven ability to problem solve job site problems and coordination issues. Intermediate word processing skills and ability to write effective business letters. Intermediate Excel spreadsheet skills.

• Develop staffing plans/schedules and resources to optimize productivity and ensure quality service.
• Participate in developing architectural programs for customer department.
• Work with administrative coordinator to maintain schedules, budgets, contracts and user group communications for each project.
• Help design and implement efficient work systems and work groups; assume direct responsibility for all aspects of small/medium projects once design is completed.
• Provide training and developmental opportunities for staff; initiate disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Assist Director to manage large projects.

• Responsible for all aspects of construction management; act as the owner’s advocate.
• Ability to maintain all required project documentation for change orders, requests for information, construction bulletins and other contract correspondence.
• Ability to manage and control the project overall budget.
• Ability to draft all associated project communication with contractor, design team and departmental users.
• Ability to foster and work in a team environment (include both internal and external members) and develop a customer focused approach to project management and problem resolution.