Project Manager (Construction) - Gus Perdikakis Associates

Harrison, OH 45030

About the Job

Job Title: Project Manager

Reports To: Director of Operations or President

Job Status: Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY:

Our client, a construction management firm that specialized in supporting clients in the industrial markets (Chemical, Consumer Goods, Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical and others) is currently seeking to hire two (2) Project Managers to support current and upcoming project and overall business needs to support company growth efforts.

The Project Manager is primarily responsible to execute projects from start to finish; must clearly communicate with subcontractors and owners; have a strong understanding of budgets, cost control and constructability. In addition, they are detailed oriented with proven ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines; and are known for being able to provide innovative and sound solutions to complex problems. The Project Manager is responsible for the daily management, supervision, coordination and successful completion of construction projects to meet time and cost objectives with respect to contracting, scheduling, estimating, bidding and contract administration functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Maintains good communication and coordinates work schedule with operations personnel until the project is completed.
Interact professionally and effectively through daily or weekly verbiage and written communication with executive staff.
Conduct or assist senior project manager with buy-out meeting and prepare subcontracts possess working knowledge of all projects plans, specifications, Owner Contract, subcontracts, purchase orders, daily correspondence, shop drawings, submittals and all other project related documents and maintain a complete and accurate set of as-builts.
Initiate, establish, and maintain working relationships with owner/architect/engineer and subcontractors to facilitate construction activities.
Establish, update, and communicate Master Project Schedule and manage its implementation.
Lead preconstruction team in development of project scope.Manage the bid process, including qualifying bidders
Manage budget and financial reporting, interpret and analyze reports to insure adherence to project budget.
Manage the quality assurance/quality control program.
Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee and pricing decisions.
Ensure strict adherence to ethics and compliance requirements throughout the business unit.
Develop cost-effective solutions due to design conflicts and propose alternate solutions to reduce costs.
Direct all phases of a project including programming, schematic design, design development, construction document and construction administration services in accordance with the requirements of the Owner/Architect Contract Agreement.
Serve as a main point of contact for information resource by coordinating owner work, participating in construction meetings, resolving disputes, providing ongoing feedback, and coordinating project punch list and closeout document requirements.
Drive competencies to team on requirements for insurance, labor relations, and employee relations.
Drive enforcement of safety protocols by the project staff.
Work with Accounting to initiate pay application process and follow up to ensure payment is received in a timely manner.
Keep management informed on progress of project and budget through regularly scheduled Operation Review Meetings.
Support and drive utilization of various Arclight initiatives and technologies.
The responsibilities listed are fundamental to the position and must be performed successfully to achieve the key performance objectives of the role.Other responsibilities may also be assigned.
Primary liaison with construction project manager/architects/engineers/owners for the day-to-day construction activities of the project.
Perform sales duties at the project site.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of five years related experience or an
equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.

Licenses/Credentials/Certifications: PMP / CCM Certification is a plus, OSHA 30 Certification, Procore
Certification

Skills/specialized Knowledge/Abilities: Thorough knowledge of construction cost, scheduling,
estimating, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques, as well as accounting principles.
Proven written and verbal communication abilities; proficiency with computer applications, including
Microsoft Office suite. Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings,
specifications, scopes of work and project schedule. Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills.

Travel: Will be driven by project requirements. Will be at a minimum of 30% up to 100% of the time.
The employee may travel extensively when the construction site is not close to the main office or when
responsible for activities at two or more sites.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs,
passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under
construction. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust
focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk
and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

This job description is intended to describe the general nature, complexity and level of work to be performed by employees assigned to this position and is not construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and/or skills required. It does not prescribe or restrict the work that may be assigned and is subject to change at the discretion of the company.

GPA prides itself on providing quality, personalized services to its clients and candidates. We are a family owned and operated staffing firm built on a strong foundation of company culture founded and sustained since 1979. GPA offers full time contract employees benefits that include: health insurance, 401K, paid vacation and holidays, employee appreciation events and tenure awards.
We are an equal employment opportunity firm.
Trust we genuinely want the best for you and trust we want to move your career forward.

Source : Gus Perdikakis Associates