Construction Project Manager

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER
Cowen Construction a fourth generation Oklahoma Construction Company established in 1896 is recruitingfor a limited number of qualified Construction Project Managers.
All Cowen employees are committed to our client satisfaction and to supporting each other in our endeavor to exceed our client expectations. If you consider yourself among the best in your profession then we are interested in hearing from you. Project types include commercial mid-rise industrial retail mixed use medical hospitality and multi-family.

We are looking for a proactive take charge building professional who takes pride in delivering excellence. Some of the specific core responsibilities include:
Assist estimating department in bidding process and accepting hand-off of awarded projects
Set up project through proper accounting procedures
Establish and maintain a working relationship with the customer
Develop and maintain a project schedule consistent with contractual requirements
Review subcontract bids for completeness revise as necessary and negotiate best possible contractwith subcontractors and material suppliers
Issue Purchase Orders for necessary materials
Maintain project budget
Prepare and review with Superintendent Job Start Package
Conduct pre-construction meetings with appropriate parties
Conduct periodic job meetings during construction with appropriate parties
Work with the Superintendent assist with job specific procedures and adjust progress as necessary to insure timely completion of project
Assist Superintendent with job specific safety requirements and ensure their compliance
Process all required paperwork for both internal and external use
Ensure that both Company and client objectives are being met
Prepare close out documentation in accordance to accounting procedures
Process all required paperwork for both internal and external use
Prepare timely draw requests and invoicing with required backup for accounting
Travel as necessary for the proper execution of assigned projects

Desired Work Experience/Requirements include:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills organized with strong problem-solving skills
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings specifications and other documents
Work with others as a team player
Ability to perform under pressure evaluate situations and make timely accurate decisions
Full understanding and ability to interact with all departments
Maintains a competitive advantage by staying current with industry standards
Computer proficiency in the Windows environment Bluebeam and Procore
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Education: Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or Equivalent preferred
Experience: 5 years minimum