Project Manager

22 minutes ago

South Portland, United States Optimum Construction Full time

OPTIMUM CONSTRUCTION, INC. is one of New England’s foremost construction managers and general contractors with a broad portfolio of projects for commercial, corporate, healthcare, multi-unit housing, industrial, and institutional clients.

 

Our culture is defined by our simple purpose – Build Better Relationships & Better Buildings. We believe taking the time to really know people (each other, our clients, our subs) to be the key behind creating value and leading projects that connect people in New England.

 

Our team is growing. Optimum is hiring a full-time PROJECT MANAGER to help us continue this great work and serve as a key team member in our Project Management team. This position will be a primary point of contact for our clients, subcontractors and design consultants during the construction phase.

 

You will be naturally self-directed and motivated using your knowledge and understanding of current construction means and methods, scheduling and pricing. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills will be required to build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, clients and team members. You should be comfortable using technology in all aspects of the work and be able to simultaneously manage multiple projects at various stages.

 

The Project Manager is responsible for thoroughly understanding plans and specifications, budgeting & scheduling, understanding subcontractor scopes of work, producing detailed subcontracts, and working with clients and consultants to build lasting relationships.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

● Fully understand Procore and Microsoft Project, utilizing project management tools and financial tools.

● Review and understand plans and specifications, identifying scopes of work needing to be completed by subcontractors & vendors.

● Prepare for and participate in handoff meetings with our preconstruction team to assure projects are properly transitioned.

● Participate in meetings with clients, architects and engineers while fostering and enhancing these relationships.

● Establish and update project schedule and manage its implementation.

● Drive enforcement of safety protocols by the project staff.

● Manage budget and financial reporting; interpret and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget.

● Manage project quality assurance/quality control to achieve Optimum Construction's standards.

● Initiate monthly pay application process and follow up to ensure payment is received in timely manner.

● Keep management/operations team informed on progress of project and budget through regularly scheduled internal project review meetings.

● Prepare and send contracts to subcontractors & vendors, following up as required.

● Ensure subcontractor contracts are complete to create clarity and minimize scope gaps.

● Keep plans & specifications up-to-date as needed during the construction process.

● Coordinate and schedule regular OAC meetings with clients and their consultants as needed to maintain schedules and budgets.

● Maintain detailed project budgets, updating as needed throughout construction process.

● Understand past and future costs to the project, including detailed cost to complete.

● Provide well-written clarifications and other communications to clients and consultants.

● Acquire pricing for change orders, value engineering exercises, and allowance reconciliation for presentation to clients’ team.

● Understand all prime contract requirements, including documentation formats, insurance requirements, deadlines, additional costs and/or restrictions, means and methods.

● Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee and pricing decisions.

● Lead in the development of high-performance teams through management, supervision, training, coaching, and mentoring. Ensure regular feedback is shared with staff that you are leading, mentoring, and consistently working with.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

● Minimum of 5+ years of construction industry experience.

● Self-motivated with excellent time management and organizational skills.

● Demonstrates strong critical and analytical thinking abilities.

● Proficient in using: Procore, Microsoft Word, Excel & Project.

● Ability to lead and accomplish Optimum’s objectives by maintaining and fostering a strong sense of personal responsibility and urgency.

● Ability to independently prioritize, make timely decisions and rapidly respond to changes and problems while using Optimum priorities and best practices as guidelines.

● Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and to adjust to changes in priorities and work plans.

● Willingness to learn new systems and to be coached for collective success.

 

BENEFITS

Optimum Construction Inc. offers a competitive salary and generous benefits package including medical and dental insurance; 401(K) with company matching; Paid Time Off (PTO) earned plus company-paid holidays; professional development; and a collaborative, rewarding culture rooted in a set of Core Values that we believe results in shared success. To learn more visit, www.optimumconstruction.com/heart.


Optimum Construction Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Optimum Construction makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

 

APPLICATIONS AND SUBMISSIONS

Candidates can apply online or send a resume and letter of interest including job history and salary requirements.

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