Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

Welcome to HRDC, where we work to improve our neighbors' lives by building a better community in Bozeman, Livingston and Southwest Montana. We invite you to become part of our HRDC family whether you need help or are able to provide help. We believe in building a better community through supporting our neighbors across Southwest Montana with nearly 50 different programming initiatives. HRDC exists to instill hope, develop resources, design solutions, and change lives. We envision a place where poverty has no impact because opportunity and quality of life are equally afforded to everyone.

HRDC does not discriminate against any person including customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, reprisal, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, political ideas and beliefs, level of English skills, if all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by HRDC, in the performance of contracts and the delivery of services or funding. Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities. All are encouraged to apply. At HRDC IX, we value lived experience and nontraditional backgrounds. Studies have shown that people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.

This position is full time exempt. HRDC also offers flexible schedules and a "reduced work week", which encourages full-time staff to use up to 4 paid hours weekly for their personal wellness.

Salary: $80,000 - $91,000 DOE

Location: This position can be based in either Bozeman or Livingston.

A critical member of HRDC's development team, the Construction Project Manager (CPM) is responsible for the planning, management, and supervision of all HRDC residential and commercial construction projects. From predevelopment to project completion, the role of the CPM is to provide professional collaboration to result in quality projects that are completed on schedule and within the designated budget parameters. The CPM is responsible for the oversight of all site construction activities and field personnel as required to successfully complete HRDC projects. This includes maintaining the highest quality project through procurement and supervision of the general contractor and design team. This position works closely with the Community Development Director and team, Asset and Risk Management Director, and other Department Directors to plan, implement and manage construction projects.

Construction project planning, management and supervision (95%)

• Effectively manage the scope, schedule, budget, and legal authority (including permitting and entitlements) for all assigned projects in a balanced manner that keeps all competing variables on track for successful project delivery from predevelopment, through design, construction, and warranty.
• Administer all project contracts between HRDC, consultants and contractors. Maintain accountability to deliver projects consistent with contract requirements.
• Maintain consistent, professional communications with stakeholders, local and state government partners, community partners, architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and others.
• Manage competing interests and priorities on projects. Effectively resolve conflict among competing parties in support of HRDC's best interests.
• Ensure quality control of projects throughout the design and construction process. Administer design reviews to ensure the organization's interests are addressed in design documents. Complete monitoring and enforcement of contract requirements during construction.
• Concurrently manage multiple, distinct projects and simultaneously keep all assigned projects on track.
• Review contract drawings and specifications, and verify proper procedures are followed consistent with contracts.
• Collaborate with internal property management staff to ensure projects deliver quality outcomes for long-term maintenance and operational needs.
• Review funding contracts to ensure that projects are in compliance.
• Participate in OAC meetings and conduct regular site visits
• Review RFIs and change order requests and provide recommendations to CD Director considering project schedule, budget, and quality
• Oversee punchlist process with GC through substantial completion and project turnover
• Coordinate covered warranty items with contractor throughout warranty period
• Coordinate necessary FF&E delivery and installation
• Works with development team to ensure cost control and to help identify and evaluate potential value engineering options
• Communicate all issues, situations, and updates with development team to come to a concise resolution
• Support HRDC property management in defined internal projects

Organizational Participation (5%)

• Attend all organizational team meetings
• Read the weekly news to stay informed
• Participate in trainings and wellness days when available
• Conduct respectful, professional, and effective conversations with customers and volunteers regarding behavioral expectations, program compliance, and HRDC property standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities that are required for success in this position.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.

Experience: Progressively responsible experience in design and construction project management with a minimum of 4 years of responsibility in a project manager role for construction and or building maintenance projects, preferably for affordable housing developments.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret construction documents Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex and sensitive information Strong organizational and negotiation skills with a record of accomplishment of maintaining positive business relationship

Reasoning Ability: This position requires knowledge of applicable local zoning regulations and building codes. Demonstrated ability to apply common sense understanding to complete written and verbal instructions. Demonstrated ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations Demonstrated ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form Excellent problem and/or dispute resolution skills Demonstrated ability to work effectively under stress, interruptions, and tight deadlines

Computer Software and Operating Systems: Utilize computer spreadsheet to create files, input, format and edit data, and save, print or transmit data Utilize computer word processing to create documents, input, format, and edit documents and save, print or transmit documents Utilize computer databases to create data files, input, format, and edit data and save, print, or transmit data Utilize computer internet/e-mail to access, send, retrieve, save, print, or transmit documents or data files Operate personal computer with Windows operating system to start programs, input, format, and edit data files and print or transmit data Utilize proprietary, custom or online programs or data bases to input, format and edit data and save, print or transmit data. Experience with construction management software (Procore, etc. ) desired

HRDC, Professional or Governmental Policies and Regulations: State or Federal regulations or laws (List by Name): Building codes as adopted by state and local jurisdictions. Agency policies or procedures: HRDC Personnel Policies & Procedure, Fiscal Policies

Drivers Licenses for this Position: Valid Driver License

Professional Licenses or Certifications that are Preferred: Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Safety: The person in this position complies with HRDC safety policies, procedures & guidelines; participates in safety training & drills as required; Reports unsafe conditions, incidents or near misses immediately; takes proactive steps to ensure the work area is clean and safe at all times.

Other Required Knowledge, Skills or Abilities: Demonstrated competence in and knowledge of: construction methods, practices, and standards, and the use of construction equipment and building materials; building codes and design standards; project scheduling, cost management, contract administration, construction inspection and methods of documentation; and administrative procedures associated with building projects. Demonstrated competence reading and understanding building plans, specifications, and codes. Demonstrated strong communication and public relation skills, including demonstrated ability to interpret, explain, and communicate detailed information with all levels of personnel internal and external to the organization. Ability work with minimal supervision and effectively manage workflow Strong interpersonal and communication skills Exhibit self-motivation, high energy level, high level of organization and efficiency

The position requires the ability to communicate construction information to data to non-development audiences to help inform decision making processes Effectively disseminates information between all project stakeholders Maintains professional demeanor in stressful situations

The following physical, mental, and emotional abilities are considered essential to perform the duties listed above:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk and hear; The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; The incumbent must be