Construction Manager

Overview

As a Construction Manager, you will plan, budget, direct, and coordinate activities concerned with the design and construction of various commercial projects. These projects include but are not limited to: commercial office, retail tenant renovations, new construction, base building renovations, capital projects, and new property development. Construction Managers will participate in the complete project process, from conceptual development to project close out; overseeing its organization, bidding, contracts, scheduling, and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients/owners, tenants, design consultants, contractors, property managers and building engineering staff to plan, organize and direct activities concerned with various construction projects. ​
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of company policy and contract specifications. Confer with consultants and contractors to discuss such matters as work procedures, complaints and construction problems
• Initiate and maintain liaison with clients/owners and other contacts to facilitate project activities
• Monitor and control project through administrative direction of on-site contractors to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures
• Represent company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings
• Work with clients, consultants, and contractors to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s and client’s interest while simultaneously maintaining good relationship with the client and tenants
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, tenants, consultants, contractors and clients
• Formulate reports and project status updates concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling
• Track, review, and approve project costs and invoices for client, in coordination with property management and accounting teams
• May requisition supplies and materials to complete project

Qualifications

A minimum of five years of related experience, commercial construction experience preferred

A degree in construction management, architecture or engineering preferred

Experience with Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Project, Outlook) and Procore software

Excellent and professional communication, customer service/responsiveness, dependability, teamwork, decision-making, problem-solving, initiative and independent action, manage change and improvement, overall professional impression

Consistent, purposeful and meaningful internal communication with supervisors in conjunction with the smooth operations of all facets of the business

Strong leadership skills

Mathematical/accounting skills to include budgeting, pricing/bid comparisons, invoice review, and project cost tracking

Knowledge of construction/building design, methods, and procedures, including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing disciplines

Prior Project and team management experience