PROJECT MANAGER

In this position you are responsible for completing construction projects of various sizes and complexities verifying that they meet expectations with regards to quality schedule plans specifications and budget. You will act as the liaison between the Owner and Ross Group.

In this role you will

• Monitor staffing needs evaluate performance and address employee relation issues as warranted for staff.
• Actively manage the budget on each project and develop scenarios which enable the budget to be achieved. Determine approaches that will enable the project to be completed under budget.
• Consult with Business Development and Estimating during the prebid phase in order to remain current on activities. If assigned project coordinate with referenced departments to study and monitor plans thoroughly prior to submission of proposal update estimating of design deficiencies alternates staffing and equipment requirements.
• Solicit subcontractors and suppliers for proposal prior to proposal submission time.
• Review/ negotiate contract with Owner and the VP of Operations and prepare contract for CEO to sign.
• Attend Owner/Architect meetings.
• Establish procedures for submission of application for payment request for informations change orders and submittals and for coordination of owner furnished equipment during PreConstruction meeting with Owner/Architect. Document management is to be defined and determined for routing and response. A chain of command is to be established for preconstruction construction and closeout phases of project.
• Submit request for surety bond(s) and insurance certificates. Submit with signed contract to Owner.
• Submit building permit application followup on review progress and receive upon approval.
• Review the budget at least once a month to determine if variances are accurate and update estimate accordingly. Include project management team (Superintendent Assistant Project Manager and Project Engineer) in review process to provide insight into approaches which will assist in completing the project under budget.

• Prepare correspondence with Owner Architect Engineers Subcontractors Suppliers etc. Examples of referenced correspondence include but not confined to the following items: Schedule of Values project schedule memos request for informations transmittals and submittals.
• Utilize and maintain project tools: schedule and document management to track and record project performance.
• Maintain customer (Owner Architect Engineer Subcontractor Supplier Public Official and RG Employees) relations and conduct project meetings. Ensure prompt payment from Owner and payment to Subcontractor and Suppliers occurs according to percentage complete timely upon receipt from Owner.
• Document quality and progress of each Subcontractor and Suppliers. Update Subcontractors and Suppliers of any changes to the plans specifications and/or schedule.
• Inform management of productivity costs quality control document management and processing of applications for payment. Notify management of any issues that arise which affects quality budget progress and safety.
• Coordinate closeout requirements with the Architect Owner Subcontractors Suppliers Public Official RG Employees RG Management and any other relative agencies that may be involved. Tasks include but not confined to obtaining reviewing and submitting required certificates insurance operation and maintenance manuals warranties and asbuilts. Review each punchlist generated by Architect Engineer Subcontractor and RG Superintendent prior to commencement and upon completion.

As the ideal candidate you

• Have a Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in a related field. Degrees in Construction Management Civil or Mechanical Engineering are a plus.
• Have previous construction project management experience with a proven project history in relation to quality schedule budget and safety.
• Have the ability to plan lead organize and communicate with customers.
• Can relocate to the project site if required and work flexible hours average of 50 hours per week.

• Have working knowledge of MS Office MS Outlook and Internet.

Expectations in this role include

• Managing $5M20M/ year of projects.
• Dependability in meeting attendance guidelines.
• Reviewing and accepting company policies and procedures for performing.
• Effectively performing employment responsibilities balancing the utilization of time versus costs.
• Progressively increasing job knowledge and exhibiting ability to learn and apply new skills.
• Making timely decisions using sound and accurate judgment while keeping appropriate people informed in the decision process.
• Identifying problems then gathering and analyzing information skillfully. Consulting with entities associated and affected by issue.
• Planning a project effectively from the onset utilizing past experience to identify coordination issues during preconstruction phase in order to optimize project performance.
• Leading a project to completion utilizing management skills to effectively coordinate with each entity associated with the project.
• Organizing and prioritizing work activities while utilizing efficient time management skills in meeting deadlines or staying on schedule with projects.
• Communicating effectively and professionally both verbally and in written correspondence.
• Meeting established goals while demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality of work.
• Effectively managing the staff through ensuring appropriate staffing providing formal and informal evaluations/feedback addressing employee issues when warranted and providing appropriate training and mentoring.
• Being able to handle rapidly changing priorities to accomplish project goals.

You are physically able to

• Work outdoors in extreme conditions such as cold heat and humidity on a regular daily basis
• Use visual and auditory skills
• Stand climb bend and stoop on a regular daily basis

Some positions warrant eligibility for a monthly auto allowance. When an employee is deemed eligible the use of the vehicle must be for the employers convenience; the use of the vehicle must be required as a condition of employment; vehicle must qualify as an acceptable vehicle defined by Company depending on the employees function within the organization.

Status: Exempt

Reports to: Vice President of Operations

Secondarily Reports to: Chief Executive Officer