Project Manager

Project Manager Job Description

Project Manager Job Description Primary Responsibilities:

• Project Planning and Execution: Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet quality standards by managing all phases from pre-construction through completion.
• Contract Management: Develop, review, and manage project contracts, ensuring compliance with company standards and client requirements.
• Budget Management: Oversee project costs, managing budgets, and ensuring financial health throughout the project.
• Client Communication: Act as the main point of contact for clients, managing expectations, delivering updates, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to reduce project delays, cost overruns, or legal exposure.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership: Manage project teams, including superintendents, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring collaboration and accountability.
• Subcontractor Management: Engage and manage subcontractors, ensuring timely delivery of work, quality standards, and adherence to safety regulations.
• Documentation and Compliance: Ensure all project documentation, such as permits, safety procedures, and compliance reports, is up to date and accurate.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Contract Development and Negotiation: Collaborate with the estimating and legal teams to develop project contracts. Negotiate contract terms with subcontractors, ensuring alignment with project scope and budget.
• Contract Review: Conduct detailed reviews of client contracts, subcontracts, and any change orders to ensure compliance with project goals and risk management policies.
• Cost Review: Monitor project expenses regularly, comparing actuals with the budget and identifying any cost overruns. Approve expenditures and address budget variations with the project team and senior leadership.
• Schedule Review: Oversee the project schedule, monitoring milestones and deadlines. Work closely with superintendents to address potential delays, and develop recovery plans if needed.
• Risk Review and Mitigation: Conduct ongoing risk assessments, identifying potential delays, safety issues, or financial risks. Implement mitigation strategies and report risks to the Project Executive or senior leadership for further review.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture, or a related field. PMP certification or other project management certifications are preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 5-10 years of experience in construction project management, with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Experience with both contract development and subcontractor management.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project) and construction financial systems. Deep understanding of construction processes, scheduling, and contract law.
• Human Behavior Strengths:
• Leadership: Ability to lead teams with a focus on collaboration and accountability.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly with clients, subcontractors, and executive leadership.
• Problem Solving: Strong decision-making skills in the face of uncertainty or project challenges.
• Time Management: Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Why Join United Painting Services?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful and impactful construction projects.