Thursday, June 25, 2009


What is a Project Manager for Construction

Project Manger About the Job
DescriptionPROJECT MANAGER Oversee projects from design through completion of construction including, project organization, project team engagement, project budgeting and project milestone scheduling Interface with architects, construction phase management; client staff and vendors Maintain client relationship and conflict resolution Oversee the program development, budgeting, space planning and design, scheduling, services contracting, contract negotiations, project implementation oversight, moves coordination and staff management Act as a "hands on" manager to cultivate and maintain a positive working relationship with all client representatives and service providers on the project
RequirementsCONCEPTUAL ESTIMATING:Project Manager shall be responsible for generating budgets and build-to-suit proposals within short time-frames based on outline building criteria.INVITATIONS TO BID (ITB):Project Manager shall be responsible for creating Invitation to Bid's including a thorough description of the scope of work for new projects.CONTRACTS/CHANGE ORDERS:Project Manager shall award subcontracts. Project Manager will be responsible for tracking potential change orders, requesting change orders and the follow up process of receiving executed change orders and subcontracts.INVOICING:Project Manager is responsible for reviewing and approving subcontractor invoices as well as generating Owner applications for payment.SCHEDULING:Project Manager is responsible for creating, reviewing, updating, and maintaining the project schedule.BUDGET:Project Manager is responsible for the fiscal performance of the project. Project Manager shall routinely update and review the Timberline Final Job Cost reports for review with the Regional Vice President.SUBMITTALS & RFI’s:Project Manager shall track and handle distribution of submittals and RFI's. CONSTRUCTION HOUSEKEEPING:Project Manager shall review job time cards, superintendent’s daily reports, safety reports, 2-week look-ahead schedules, as well as monitor safety meetings with subcontractors and SWPPP maintenance. Project Manager shall also conduct weekly subcontractor coordination meetings and work closely with the superintendent regarding field issues.CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES:Project Manager shall be responsible for developing and managing the punchlist as well as following standard PCI closeout procedures.OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUALS:Project Manager shall assist the Project Administrator in the timely collection of subcontractor warranties and/or operation/maintenance documentation. Demonstrated high level of performance in project budgeting, contract negotiations and scheduling Excellent written and verbal communication skills High level of computer proficiency Manages the planning, budgeting, design, bidding, scheduling, invoicing, and construction throughout the duration of the project. These duties require establishing relationships with clients, tenants, governmental agencies, designers, and subcontractors.

All the Best
Eddie Lago