Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for providing overall supervision and technical management on construction project sites from bid preparation through job close out documentation to the customer.

Requires the knowledge of electrical construction and theory at a level normally acquired through the completion of a five –year electrical apprentice program.

Five years' experience in a project management position outside of OEGTwo years' experience in Mission Critical Data Center ConstructionElectrical apprenticeship, journeyman, wireman, project foremen/ general foreman, mentorshipConstruction management degree

Strong management skillsExcellent human relations skills and ability to maintain confidentialityDemonstrated financial analytical skillsExcellent oral and written communication skills

Contract Awareness: Read and understand the limits to the required scope of work. Understand how to find the notice requirements for constructive changes, delays, or project acceleration. Determine the pricing for the job (i.e. fixed price, T & M, GMP, etc.) Know and understand the closeout requirementsKnow and understand the term of the contract or period for performanceKnow and understand how the "Contract Amendment/Change Order Process" is addressed in the contract.

Pre-Job Meetings: Conduct the pre job meetingInvite all project team members to the pre job meeting. Prepare the pre-job meeting agendaReview minutes and distribute to attendeesReview Safety Violation ProcessInitiate the job site hazardous analysisNotify Director of Employee Assistance of any special substance screening requirements. Set Goals for the project.

Labor Resources/Scheduling: Develop and use appropriately a man loading project scheduleEvaluate labor resources needs using the cost to complete, job cost tracking report, and the project scheduleAnalyze how we are doing against estimate, use to predict labor resources needs for job (The Cost to Complete Report addresses this measurement.)NOTIFY FOM, as soon as possible, of significant changes to you most recent labor resources forecastTrack labor by phases and accurately report labor on the Cost to Complete.

Budget: Set up job cost tracking reportClose or be involved in all bid closingsReview the budget with the estimatorPhase projects with the estimator and fieldTurn in accurate budget numbers for each phase on the Cost to Complete formDetermine which phases or areas have the highest labor component (highest risk area)Review and use the budget to create a schedule of values that generates a positive cash flowReview and/or check updated job cost information.

Submittals / O & M's: Help Estimator and PA obtain and assemble timely submittalsReview all submittalsReview submittal log once a month and monitor submittal process. Help expedite or resubmit as appropriateHelp develop O & M's to ensure a timely closeout.

Large Purchase Orders & Subcontractors: Initiate, direct and review all large purchase orders, subcontracts and sign, if authorizedReview approve and sign all invoices against major purchase ordersReview tracking of large purchase orders from subcontractsDo not allow overpayment of large purchase orders or subcontractsUnderstand the terms and conditions from our Purchase Orders.

Production/Quality/Safety: PM's main responsibility for production is to coach and suggestPM must make sure Foreman or Field Supervisor knows their responsibilities, preferably in writingPre-planning is the key to Production, Quality and Safety. The PM is responsible to incorporate such tools as short interval task planning, hazard analysis and other appropriate tools to promote the highest Quality and Production while performing to a goal of an injury free job.

Correspondence/Communication: Review with PA rough draft or prepare final draft correspondence for normal activitiesWrite special correspondence as appropriateHelp ensure that correspondence is done timely, professionally, and accuratelyCommunicate with the President or Manager any significant items or significant changes in the job (good or bad)Use RFI/DCVR log to track information requests from customersProvide timely and accurate feedback to field leaders.

Billing: Work with PA and Estimator to create positive cash flow payment scheduleWork with PA and Field Supervisor to ensure that billings are performed timely and accurately and within customer constraintsReview aging reports and feedbackWork for billing amounts which have positive cash flowFor special cases and in coordination with the PA follow up on payment collections (be proactive where possible)Retainage – Work with PA to bill timely, collect (including partial release of retention when possible)Get change orders included if possibleAnticipate & include materials, equipment in the billings which are on the job but not invoiced by the supplier at the time of billing.

Payroll: Shift changes should be approved by the Union and communicated to our payroll personnel as soon as possibleTimecards need to be turned in accurately (with correct Job and Phase #) on Friday afternoons, but no later than Monday, 8 AMTimecards must be signed by the individual and the project managers.

Job Costing Tracking and Forecasting: Performance Measurement – For all jobs over $100K use, complete the Cost to Complete form monthly and return to the feedback manager. The highest priority purpose is for positive field feedback and recognition. Quantity measurements must also be used on all projects over, $2,000,000Cost to Complete ReportsAnalyze the cost to complete reportAccurately update percent complete reportsWalk the job, get discuss production forecasts with field leadersUpdate estimated hours and costs monthly on the cost to complete reportUnderstand earned value.

Change Orders: Coordinate/assign responsibilities for change proposals. Work with the Estimator, PA and field leaders for proposals, scope of work definitions and clarityReview proposals for proper pricing and presentation. Turn in change order pricing timely (based on contract time frame) and within customer constraintsReview log of changes at least monthly. Take necessary actionIn special cases and in coordination with PA, follow up for billing and paymentHelp PA obtain budgets for accountingAnalyze the total change order amount verses the original contract amount.

Close Outs: Negotiate early release of retentionAssure that retention is paidReview and Submit O & M'sAssure record drawings are complete, accurate, and submitted as early as possible.

Estimators Meetings: Help provide information for current reports for labor resources and who's estimating whatProvide input or participate in discussion as appropriate (esp. for processes)Attend the Monday morning week look-ahead meeting.

Prequalifications: Provide information and updates to the Marketing Department for pre-qualificationsPrepare for pre-qualification presentations.

Other: Perform additional duties as assigned.

Compensation & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany paid term life insurance and AD&D coverage401k retirement plan with employer match and company contributionPTO accrual of up to 120 hours in a full year (subject to plan terms thereafter)7 company paid holidays.

Additional Information: Background check, credit check, MVR and drug screen may be required (will vary by position)Equal opportunity employerEverus Construction Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Human Resources Team.