Senior Project Manager

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Position Description

Founded in 1984, BEAR Construction Company is a family-owned General Contracting and Construction Management firm based in the Chicagoland area, delivering projects across Illinois and Wisconsin. In addition to our team of over 100 full-time professionals, we collaborate with a large network of skilled union carpenters, laborers, and decorators to bring projects to life.

Position Overview

BEAR Construction is seeking a highly motivated industry professional focused on implementing various delivery methods, and technology solutions to enhance the effectiveness of the team and organization. You have a proven track record of being committed to client excellence and apply a forward-thinking approach. As a Senior Project Manager, you will plan and manage the construction for a wide range of projects from start to finish. You will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure projects are completed in a timely and profitable manner. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind and great organizational skills. This position is based in our Fort Lauderdale market, where you'll play a key role in supporting our continued growth in South Florida. Candidates should be familiar with local market conditions, building codes, and regional subcontractor relationships to drive project success. Ideal candidates will bring experience with Job Order Contracting (JOC) and a strong background in healthcare construction.

Responsibilities:

• Construction planning, estimating, budgeting and forecasting
• Cultivate and build relationships in the industry
• Ensure projects meet financial targets
• Help manage and mentor BEAR project team members
• Contribute to the creation of a high performing, innovative team environment
• Provide effective communication throughout all phases of the project
• Ensure project team alignment to the culture, values, and behaviors of BEAR Construction
• Provide value engineering options where applicable to benefit clients' project goals
• Analyze and evaluate subcontractor/vendor proposals for accuracy and completeness
• Prepare well documented and comprehensive proposals to clients for their respective projects
• Create, develop and maintain a detailed construction schedule that incorporates communication from the project team
• Perform regular project site walk-throughs to ensure contract performance, safety compliance, and quality control
• Resolve project conflicts in timely and professional manner
• Manage the permit process and ensure the project is in compliance with all local authorities and jurisdictions
• Oversee the timely completion of all accounting-related duties, such as invoicing, collections, AP invoice approvals, contract issuance and quarterly reporting (WIP, Projections, etc.)
• Ability to keep people focused on those things critical for profitable growth

Position Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial construction as a Project Manager
• 3+ years of proven experience as project lead on large complex projects is desired
• Construction Experience or experience in similar field
• College Degree - (Construction Management or Engineering preferred)
• OSHA Safety Trained, experience in quality, health and safety standards
• Thorough understanding of architectural, structural, civil and MEPFP systems
• Proven track record of delivering profitable projects while maintaining safety and quality standard set forth by both the client and BEAR
• Capable of preparing detailed bid packages and instructions to bidders
• Exceptional communications skills (written and verbal) and intuitive interpersonal skills
• A highly entrepreneurial, self-motivated and results-oriented individual.
• Strong time management skills, adaptable with ability to manage multiple priorities & meet deadlines, and keen attention to detail
• Tech Savvy: Proficient with the tools utilized in our industry including but not limited to scheduling, estimating and project management software packages
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Remains open to new ideas, strategies and innovative approaches
• Excels at building relationships and collaborating with a team
• Able to balance team and individual responsibilities
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring and supervision experience
• Excellent communication skills. Makes sound decisions and demonstrates a can-do attitude in finding creative solutions to problems using all available resources
• Goal driven individual, dedicated, self-motivated, resourceful and candid
• Ability to set boundaries and delegate tasks appropriately
• Job order Contracting experience a plus
• Healthcare experience a plus

Equal Opportunity Employer

BEAR Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.