Project Manager

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Company: Pratt Institute
Location: Brooklyn, NY

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Description

The Project Manager’s responsibilities include the coordination and completion of construction projects on time within budget and within scope. The Project Manager will oversee all aspects of in-house and design consultant construction projects; set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor progress of projects and prepare reports for distribution to supervisor regarding project status.

Job Duties:

  • The PM will provide project design and construction oversight on behalf of the Facilities Management Department
  • The PM will provide pre-planning & construction coordination throughout the planning and construction periods.
  • Develop project scope, cost estimating, scheduling and contractor selection.
  • Function as “Clerk of the Works” during the planning & construction activities.
  • Monitor renovation and construction schedules, highlight and record issues.
  • Measure contractor performance for quality control and adherence to documents and specifications.
  • Assist with expediting, building code and zoning review for all new construction projects, in addition to other regulatory issues.
  • Act as the liaison between Pratt and the expediting consultants for various filings
  • Negotiate contracts
  • Prepare requistions and change order proposals for payment.
  • At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in project planning and coordination.
  • Contract administration and project management experience required
  • Experience using various programs such as, Excel, Autocad and Revitt
  • Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering Degree is preferred

Qualifications

Education: Associates Degree in Construction Management. Bachelors in Architecture or Engineering is preferred.

Experience: At least 5 years of demonstrated experience in project planning and coordination. Contract administration and project management experience required.

Skills: Experience using various programs such as Excel, Autocad and Revitt. Must demonstrate inter-cultural competence and ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.