Construction Project Manager

Project ManagerEstablished in 2004, Catalyst Construction originated in Southeast Wisconsin. Our vision plan has stretched our team from Wisconsin to South Dakota and Arizona. Catalyst Construction strives to be more than a construction partner to communities and clients. As we grow, Catalyst continues to focus on applying our values of integrity, ingenuity, and community building to our projects and empowering our employees to spread the stewardship that is the heart of our company.As a Project Manager your main responsibility is to organize and lead mid-to-large-scale commercial projects. Our project focus includes ground up construction of commercial, multifamily residential, medical, religious, and education buildings. A Project Manager at Catalyst oversees project schedules, budgets, and financials. This includes developing and maintaining financial projections. You would also be working to cultivate client engagement and build trust through the construction cycle. The ideal candidate demonstrates resourcefulness, a focus on clients, and commitment to their responsibilities. Project managers are expected to improve their problem-solving abilities and adapt to working in a fast-paced environment. This position may require travel to job sites in both Wisconsin and Illinois.Responsibilities/DutiesProject Management – 90%Organize and lead multiple mid-to-large-scale construction projects simultaneously. Building types may include commercial, multifamily residential, medical, religious, or education projectsManage project schedule in coordination with the field team to include architectural deliverables, client deliverables, subcontractor deliverables, and critical path timelines.Develop project schedule with input from the field team. Manage and monitor adjustments and communicate changes appropriatelyManage project financials to include cost to date, cost to finish, and monthly cashflow estimates.Review and approve monthly subcontractor invoices and partner with accounting to create monthly owner pay app. Utilize accounting software for budget and billing tracking and forecastingPartner with preconstruction team to finalize budgets, analyze site constraints, and manage preconstruction deliverables prior to construction startingManage project subcontractor selection and buy out process. Review subcontractor quotes for scope alignment and appropriate qualificationsIssue subcontracts and review mark-upsPartner with project coordinator to manage project documentation to include building plans, subcontracts, COI's, submittals, purchase orders, RFI's, change orders, permits, meeting minutes, communication documentation, and any other aspect to ensure complete project documentationPartner with Project Superintendent to execute all construction phases, including site visitsRun OAC meetings and attend additional meetings as neededProvide clients with project updates regularlyOversee close out process to include punch lists, O&M manuals, owner training, owner occupancy, and final subcontractor paymentsParticipate in business development initiatives to maintain and promote high-contact client relationshipsManage exemplary standards of quality, risk, safety, and compliance on and offsiteAttend meetings and trainings as assignedComplete projects as assignedTrain and mentor new employees and be an ambassador of Catalyst ConstructionParticipate in the peer review process during annual compensation and performance reviewsRequirements4-6 years' experience within Construction Management; commercial experience preferredBachelor's degree in construction management, Civil or Architectural Engineering preferred, equivalent experience will be consideredExperience interacting with clients as well as subcontractors through the construction cycleAbility to build lasting relationships with internal teammates, external partners, and company clientsAbility to effectively manage time and pay close attention to detailsExceptional written and verbal communication skillsAdvanced knowledge of construction management processes and methodsAdvanced knowledge of building products, construction details, and all safety regulationsAdvanced level understanding of Microsoft Office, Procore, Microsoft Project, and other PM softwareSelf-motivated professional with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamRegularly required to move, sit, and bend for various hours throughout the dayTravel to job sites in Wi and IL may be required.Occasionally may need to travel and visit sites inclement weatherReliable transportation