Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Project Manager oversees, strategizes, and implements the planning, production, and logistics of specific projects that may have durations ranging between 2 weeks to 3+ years.

Basic Requirements

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  Strong interpersonal skills, strong ability to work as part of a team, highly effective communication skills, solution oriented-critical-forward thinking are required for this position. You must be a self-starting, highly motivated team member committed to personal, company, and project success. This is a full-time position based in our office and will require project-related travel.

This position requires individuals to perform a wide range of duties, including some or all of the following:

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  Work with senior management/sales to understand the project's scope and report progress throughout durations.
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    Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards according to company policies and contract specifications.
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  Work with the project team to define the activities needed to complete the project.
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  Determine the resources required to complete the project and the requisite supplies, materials, and subcontractors needed to complete the project.
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  Create and review project schedules with senior management and other staff affected by project activities, revising the schedule as needed.
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  Work with the superintendent and foreman to plan, organize, and direct activities concerning site construction projects.
• Discuss matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
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  Maintain liaison with clients and other contacts to facilitate project activities.
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  Monitor and control projects through administrative direction to ensure completion of projects within schedule and budget.
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  Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures after conferring with senior management.
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  Represent the company in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
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  Work with the Contract Administrator to manage the financial aspects of contracts, protecting the company’s interests and maintaining good relationships with clients and subcontractors/vendors.
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  Formulate reports concerning work in progress, costs, and scheduling.

Skills required but not limited to:

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  Communication proficiency
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  Leadership
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  Mathematical skills
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  Project management
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  Teamwork orientation
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  Computer use proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, Email, Internet
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  Adaptable

Desired Qualifications:

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  College Degree or equivalent
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  Trade school training or equivalent
• 7-10+ years of project management in the construction industry