Project Manager

at  Corna Kokosing

POSITION SUMMARY:

Provide overall managerial direction for assigned projects, including supervising assigned project team, monitoring the project objectives, project schedule and ensuring adherence to the budget and projected margin.
Capable of managing a single project or multiple small to medium sized projects. Depending on project size, complexity and other factors, this position may be working on a project team with other Project Managers and could include working under another Project Manager, or Senior Project Manager. A collaborative approach is required of this position to leading successful projects.
Able to perform their responsibilities accurately and in compliance with company values and standards. Will meet regularly with their supervisor to review performance and ensure objectives for the projects and company’s goals are being reached.
Be an active participant in project team skill assessment on a yearly basis, and provide quarterly feedback to their team on performance and future growth opportunities. Review progress and future goals with their direct supervisor monthly.
Lead an operations training course to further develop team members. Participate in the interview recruitment process of future CK team members. Assist in the apprenticeship program to further develop the self-perform workforce. Participate in company initiatives (i.e. strategic plan initiatives or company committee).

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Must be able to understand and interpret safety, building codes, construction laws and company policies/standards
• Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize team member performance
• Actively coach and mentor other team members to promote their growth
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, attention to detail, problem solving skills, professionalism, and business judgement
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes and standards and their impact on project activities including but is not limited to: strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to utilize negotiation and business acumen to problem solve on projects in the best interest of clients and the company

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and experience. The Project Manager 1 averages more than 5 years of experience with extensive knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management. Engineering experience related to commercial construction is preferred.

Safety

• Provide leadership to maintain a Safety-First environment and Zero At Risk Behaviors culture
• Identify and mitigate specific safety hazards on project sites
• Communicate company safety goals and project specific requirements with industry trade partners utilizing a collaborative approach
• Enforce safety accountability and issue disciplinary actions in accordance with company standards
• Work with project team and ownership to develop a site-specific safety program and manage program throughout the project

Planning and Scheduling

• Assist preconstruction as required in the start-up phase, during construction, and completing project closeout in alignment with company standards and policies
• Develop and coordinate detailed project schedule and routine schedule updates with project team
• Coordinate and administer all schedule activities to ensure that goals and deadlines are accomplished with project team
• Collaborate and communicate project scheduling goals and requirements with industry trade partners
• Clearly communicate project phasing and logistical implications
• Ensure that self-perform trade activities are scheduled effectively and efficiently to complete project tasks as required
• Actively participate in pre-construction planning and contract development efforts
• Effectively manage and conduct trade partner pull planning sessions throughout the course of the project

Project Control

• Review, comprehend and manage all contract documents to ensure requirements are met and risks are mitigated
• Identify risk and work with team and management to mitigate
• Monitor and track project reports on potential budget and schedule variances
• Develop resolutions to complex technical problems through in-depth analysis of situations and / or data
• Provide administrative direction to on-site superintendent to ensure project schedule and budget goals are met
• Develop, review and issue project notices to ensure all potential claims for contract adjustments (schedule and financial) are submitted within the time limits specified in the contract documents
• Represent the company in all project related meetings
• Initiate and maintain a strong relationship with primary client and Architect /Engineering contacts to facilitate construction activities
• Develop, review and issue subcontracts and purchase orders with trade partners in a timely fashion to ensure full coverage of the contracted scope of work, and hold such partners accountable to all contracted standards
• Implement and maintain the company’s LEAN Construction objectives

Cost Management

• Manage financial aspects of contracts to maintain the company’s interests while simultaneously maintaining good relationships with client representatives
• Maintain and enhance the current margin, including a full understanding of contract requirements
• Submit monthly and quarterly gross margin analysis (GMAs) to the Senior Management team and Project Executive
• Provide active management and oversight of all project budgets, costs, projections, commitments to vendors and subcontractors, changes in scope, etc.
• Monitor and track all project changes to ensure all contract change orders are issued in a timely manner
• Track and maintain self-perform productivity to ensure the company achieves production goals
• Other tasks/duties as assigned