CS Project Manager I - Construction Specialties, Inc.

CS Project Manager I - ( 240007I )

Description

CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES, INC.

Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to building challenges that architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in all our product categories. Our products are a part of some of the most iconic buildings around the worldfrom the worlds tallest tower, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, to the Oculus at the World Trade Center Transit Hub in Manhattan. If you want to work in an inspiring atmosphere and collaborate with customers and colleagues to solve challenges, we're the right place for you. CS: People. Buildings. Better.

Equal opportunity is not only the law but is the basis of how we ensure that our workplace fosters an environment of fairness, equality, and respect. It is the policy of Construction Specialties to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The primary responsibility of the Project Manager I is to manage and coordinate the progress of orders through the construction services sequence by means of review, meetings, follow up and communication with internal departments and Customers until completion. The Project Manager I will act as a liaison for specified business unit(s), manage and/or evaluate development of these projects with varied complexities and assist in defining and tracking projects to include hand offs and additional support as applicable. The individual is also responsible for performing these tasks with minimal oversight.

Through initial review/meetings, have beneficial knowledge of job specific requirements that are effectively communicated and controlled through prepared status reports, meetings, and updates. Represent the company as a professional and knowledgeable resource that can be relied on for a successful and profitable completion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including but not necessarily limited to the following:

• Complete knowledge of your orders

• Attend all meetings (i.e. production, drafting, kickoff, project review, customer/conference calls)

• Prepare meeting minutes as needed to maintain with file

• Maintain project review list and keep up to date

• Coordination between all internal departments and customer

• Review and understand any internal departments questions, concerns and or RFIs (request for information); respond in a timely manner through phones calls and emails. Emailing is acceptable but if no response within the day a phone call is required

• Follow up with internal departments regarding project statuses

• Reviewing the drawings against the contract and/or Letter of Intent and or Quote and or clear Sales direction

• Understanding and knowledge of our products, fabrication processes of the different products, building construction, and contract document knowledge

• Effective internal & external communication: Verbally or written clear, precise direction. Leaving no room for interpretation

• Follow up: Not only on jobs that are out for approval but jobs that are in drafting or released

• Assist the project managers on-site for trouble shooting details, materials, or field conflicts

• Update ERP system Notes when necessary

• Maintain both electronic and physical files/folders as required

• Implement and deliver solution-driven strategies

• Work closely with production and purchasing to give a pro-active approach for materials required and deadlines

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION: (Minimum Education and/or Experience required)

• Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school

• One to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Organizational skills

• Excellent communication skills, oral and written

• Knowledge of Construction and fabrication methods/processes

• Knowledge of Company computer programs and Window Office programs

• Knowledge and Complete Understanding of Company Policies.

• Professional conduct on Company time and property.

• Knowledge of the construction industry

• Detail-Oriented

• Able to multi-task and handle several projects at one-time

Primary Location : US-NJ-Lebanon

Operations

Travel : Yes, 15 % of the Time

Employee Type: : Full-Time Regular

Req ID: 240007I