Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Job Description

Project Manager - Commercial Construction


One of the Midwest's most highly respected General Contractors is seeking a Project Manager to join their growing Cedar Rapids area team. This is an award-winning, financially strong company with a long history of excellence in construction. They offer a collaborative, team-oriented environment that has earned a reputation for exceptional quality and service. They welcome the opportunity for talented professionals to join the team.


The Project Manager provides the overall leadership for the execution of successful outcomes on commercial projects across diverse market sectors. The Project Manager leads the project team with a focus on the customer, utilizing open communication, setting clear direction, and establishing high levels of expectations.


This position requires passion, dedication and a strong sense of accountability with the ability to align with the executive team to optimize growth potential and contribute to the strategic objectives of the Company.


Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Estimating during the Preconstruction phase.
• Read and Interpret Construction Plans and Specifications.
• Mentor less experienced Project Management staff on the daily duties required to effectively manage a construction project.
• Work with your Team's existing Owners, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors to establish long-term relationships to identify and obtain future project opportunities.
• Oversee the Subcontractor and Vendor procurement by supervising the completion of buyout, scope of work review, contract writing, insurance and bonding reviews, etc.
• Guide the research and recommendation of resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts and errors.
• Manage the Team that processes all Submittals, RFI’s, Change Order Proposals, Owner Billings, Time Sheet Management, Subcontractor/Vendor Billings, Monthly Reports, etc.
• Ensure the preparation of timely Owner Billings via the verification of work-in-place quantities/billings from Subcontractors and Suppliers.
• Verify the production of accurate monthly cost projections which forecast total estimated costs at completion.
• Oversight of the creation and monitoring of Project Schedules and production of progress updates.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degrees in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred. Applicants with relevant certifications or equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 5+ years experience managing commercial/light industrial projects
• Broad knowledge of building systems and construction methods
• Strong financial management skills and the ability to independently manage all aspects of a project from start to finish

Compensation/Benefits:

• Industry-leading compensation and complete benefits package
• Lucrative bonus plan
• Positive company culture and work/life balance

If you have the construction experience and skills to help build diverse commercial and light-industrial projects, as well as the desire to grow with an industry leader, apply today!

If you are interested in this position apply online or submit your resume and project list to Kenna Warren at View email address on click.appcast.io.

All inquiries are strictly confidential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.