POSITION SUMMARY
Under supervision from the Associate V.P. and FCL Principals,
the Project Manager plans, leads and directs construction management for all
assigned projects from inception to completion. The Project Manager is an
integral part of the team ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet FCL
standards.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The following is a description of the general duties
associated with the position. Management has a right to assign or reassign
duties and responsibilities at any time; therefore, this job description is
subject to change at any time.
JOB CHARACTERISTIC RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):
- Responsible for managing the construction and
activities associated with the operations of a commercial construction project
in conjunction with the Project Superintendent.
- Bringing the project to completion on schedule,
within budget, and per the project specifications.
- Recognize the importance of quality work and acts to ensure that
it is delivered.
- Responsible for change request process- Evaluates
and recommends owner approvals for construction change orders.
- Adhere to all safety, quality, and SWPPP control
policies.
- Collaborate with the project team in preparing a
construction schedule.
- Develop and strengthen client relations.
- Accurately estimate projects from conceptual
through construction documents.
- Negotiate, award, write and enforce contracts.
- Review with Superintendent project costs to
ensure project is kept within budget.
- Ensure compliance with bond and insurance
requirements.
- Maintain subcontractor relations.
- Perform additional assignments per client or
management direction.
Develop a long-term plan and schedule to meet the contract completion date.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintain Profit and Schedule:
- Participate in monthly review process utilizing Company
Construction software.
- Responsible for all aspects of the construction project
(scheduling, pre-construction meetings, subcontract execution, submittals,
material delivery, RFIâs, change orders, cash flow, and start-up/close-out
items). Prepare client status report.
- Establish and maintain an effective pay process for each project
with the following objectives:
o Maintain a positive cash flow and timely payment by all
parties.
o Define, review and manage the owner pay application process
throughout the project.
o Communicate with subcontractors to ensure the accuracy and
timeliness of all subcontractor pay applications, submittals, approvals, and
payments.
o Coordinate with Project Accountant to facilitate monthly owner
billings.
- Utilize the scheduling and planning module of Microsoft Project.
- Ensure projects are on track and meet contractual obligations. (Prepare
updates weekly and monthly)
Planning/Coordination:
- Develop a long-term plan and scheduleto meet the contract completion date.
- Work with Project Superintendent to conduct
pre-construction meetings.
- Review all contract documents for potential conflicts or interpretation
issues.
- Review design documents for compliance to specifications and contract
- Review all project plans, scopes, submittals and shop drawings for specification
compliance and design/constructability issues.
- Prepare Invitations to Bid (ITBs) and solicit
competitive trade proposals.
- Work with Superintendent to facilitate the project construction
process.
- Review submittal to city to obtain permits, final approval or
certificate of occupancy prior to completion date.
- Assist Project Administrator with collection of Warranty and O&M
documentation.
- Attend weekly subcontractor field coordination meetings as
required. Assist in preparation of
meeting minutes and ensure Project Admin staff documents and forwards to all
project participants.
- Coordinate/attend weekly Owner/Client meetings/conference calls as
required. Assist in preparation of
meeting minutes and ensure Project Admin staff documents and forwards to all
project participants.
- Coordinate substantial completion documentation, including punch-list
preparation, commissioning and owner training.
Quality of Construction/ Problem Solving/ Relationships
- Overall Responsibility for the quality completion of projects safely, on schedule and
with the allocated budget.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the quality control requirements
of each project.
- Coordinate productive pre-construction meetings (general, city and
mini-construction meetings) to review inspections, communicate requirements and
manage expectations.
- Perform regular jobsite visits.
- Ensure accuracy during submittal process to ensure timely approvals. Maintain an accurate and updated material
delivery log.
- Responsible for Change Order Process, making sure all change
requests are approved by the owner and incorporated into the owner change
orders as well as the subcontractor change orders.
- Ensure proper document control and record
keeping. Complete and retain all
required project documentation in Viewpoint. Coordinate with Project Administrator.
- Establish and maintain a proactive approach to
avoid potential project issues.
- Effectively problem solve issues by analyzing all aspects of a
situation to reach final solutions.
- Work with the production team and owner to establish and/or
maintain a healthy working relationship by clarifying owner needs, frequent
communication and timely problem solving.
- Build professional relationships with all team members by acting
with the highest level of ethics and integrity.
- Network with other professionals in the Industry to assist in
maintaining the reputation of FCL.
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 essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL:
- Mobility on and around construction sites and
inside the office.
- Works in inclement weather/high noise level at
times during site visits.
- Work at a desk or computer screen with keyboard
for extended periods of time.
- Frequently communicates with co-workers
and outside parties regarding daily project needs and expectations. Must be
able to exchange accurate information.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSES
- Bachelorâs degree in Construction Management,
Civil Engineering or related field.
- Two plus years working as a Project Engineer or
equivalent position.
- OSHA 30 Hour
- SWPPP Training
- LEED Certification if applicable
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- Knowledge of technical aspects, administration
and project management of all phases of Industrial Design Build projects.
- Knowledge of public and construction safety and
security issues and regulations.
- Knowledge of all applicable local, state and
federal building codes, statutes and regulations.
- Ability to analyze complex problems, interpret
needs and develop integrated, applicable solutions.
- Ability to work effectively with sales,
production, and field personnel as a team to meet and exceed project objectives
and timeframes.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all
parties in written and oral form.
- Excellent mathematical skills, including
application and use in problem solving.
- Ability to read, understand, and apply
blueprints and job specifications.
- Well-versed in software specific to job duties
such as Viewpoint, MS Project and MS Office and the ability to learn new
software.