Commercial Construction Project Manager

A Project Manager (PM) develops, coordinates, implements, and manages all facets necessary to construct the project on time, within budget, and to the quality specified. The PM provides leadership and serves as the liaison between project team members to promote the interest of both the business and clients in all matters, as well as demonstrate the characteristics of a mid-level leader. The PM is the primary leader for the construction project.

Responsibilities

Maintain adherence to HITT's standards of safety; ensuring that required documentation is filed

Create and manage project budget for all assigned projects

Develop and collaborate on pre-construction RFP package

Conduct project meetings, while setting milestones and formulating monthly owner reports

Establish job processes (RFIs, submittals, and pay applications) including approving pay applications and negotiating subcontract change orders

Perform project scheduling; ensure project quality control and establish overall project logistics

Manage the closeout process efficiently

Contact new and existing customers to discuss their needs while explaining how these needs could be met by specific company services

Supervise assistant operations support roles such as assistant project manager, administrative assistant, MEP managers, safety team members, etc.

Collaborate with the project superintendent and site operations team throughout the life of the project

Qualifications

High school diploma required, four-year degree from an accredited university with a concentration in construction, engineering, or business is strongly preferred

In lieu of a degree, additional work experience is acceptable

5+ years' experience in commercial construction, including experience with a commercial general contractor

Previous experience in a project management role with the ability to execute multiple projects and / or simultaneously

Ability to master sector / project-specific software systems including but not limited to : Microsoft Office suite (ex. Project, Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.), ProCore, Adobe, BlueBeam, JD Edwards

Mastery of reading construction drawings; tasks including reading, interpreting, and updating construction project-related drawings

Ability to organize necessary resources, including people, tools and time to meet tight deadlines and achieve desired results

Knowledge of current market conditions including pricing conventions and trends

Must demonstrate a strong ability to :

Carry oneself as a leader and knowledge holder of the project while facilitating the decision-making process

Demonstrate a positive attitude and passion for construction and our industry

Communicate clearly, concisely, and professionally, with a strong ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner

Take initiative and seek responsibility

Demonstrate integrity consistent with The HITT Way and HITT's core values

Seek continuous improvement of knowledge and abilities, internal focus on self-improvement

Recognize quality and implement contractual and HITT quality standards

Adapt and exercise flexibility with the ever-changing world of technology, design, means and methods

Collaborate with people of various backgrounds and styles

Foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, subcontractors and vendors

Approach all situations with a customer service oriented attitude

Coach, train and educate assistant level operations team members

Sustain existing client relationships and develop new client relationships

Understand and know what tasks are more important than others; discern what needs to be solved immediately and what can wait; ability to multi-task effectively

Exhibit respectfulness by being punctual, engaged / focused, and respectful of others