The Project Manager (PM) is key to execution of a construction project. He or she is to be aware of all aspects of the job and handle every part of the job. When the project is prepared and turned over by the preconstruction department, the PM should be prepared to take over the project and carry it forward to a successful completion.
Overall responsibility for management and control of project(s), including the following responsibilities.
- Work closely with and lead the project team, including Project Superintendent, Project Coordinator and Project Engineer, to assure time, quality and cost elements of project are achieved.
- Prepare accurate and complete Subcontract scopes and Subcontract Agreements.
- Create (utilizing a computer-based software program such as Microsoft Projects or Primavera) and manage project schedules.
- Management of the Subcontractors and Vendors.
- Managing of the submittal process.
- Identify, prepare and monitor Requests for Information (RFI’s).
- Lead weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings and prepare minutes.
- Prepare all correspondence.
- Be the POC (Point of Contact) with the Owner (or Owner’s Representative) and Design Team.
- Change Management.
- Prepare and present monthly Project Manager (PM) Reports for reporting of project status.
- Close out the project in accordance with the close out procedures.
- Manage warranty work as it arises.
Qualifications
- Expeditor and Expediting skills
- Project Management expertise
- Inspection abilities
- Logistics Management knowledge
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Experience in the construction industry
