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Construction Project Manager - Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation - Chicago

To learn how to apply please visit: Bickerdike Employment 

Position Description

 

POSITION TITLE: Construction Project Manager

 

PAY RANGE/GRADE: commensurate with experience/Grade 8

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Construction Project Manager will coordinate daily activities with

client personnel and interface daily with client Vendors, General Contractors and Sub-Contractors to

ensure all construction and building activities are being completed and performed in an accurate and

timely manner. In all instances the Construction Project Manager must perform in accordance with and be committed to the mission of Bickerdike Redevelopment Corporation.

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to

successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable persons with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly

required to talk, hear, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, climb, and lift or move up to 50 pounds.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Monitor and assist in facilitation of “on-time” and “on-budget” project.

2. Oversee all aspects of assigned construction projects including, but not limited to: review and

negotiation of costs, start up, preparation of construction schedule, actual construction,

expediting, inspection, quality control and total delivery of the project according to the

established criteria.

3. Assist in the coordination, scheduling, and monitoring of resident relocation efforts.

4. Maintain an owners’ representative mentality in development and execution of all projects

including management of all processes to ensure compliance in all areas.

5. Monitor staffing requirements and ensure they are achieved and meet expectations.

6. Promote and ensure safety with contractors and vendors on all projects.

7. Provide assurance that the construction is in compliance with the plans and specifications as

approved by the owner.

8. Ensure that the General Contractor adheres to the Local Employment Plan.

9. In coordination with the Development Project Manager, ensure all assigned project(s) are on

schedule and within budget and accelerates schedules and production levels where possible.

10. Provide on-going value engineering of project to identify potential cost savings and eliminate

project delays.

11. Maintain and orient General Contractor with “big picture” information for each assigned project

and maintain cost tracking system at the beginning of the project and regularly throughout the

project.

12. Maintain, track and submit accurate records of all revenue and expenditures for each assigned

project in coordination with the Vice President of Real Estate Development.

13. Participate in weekly OAC meetings.

14. Oversee the construction pay request process for assigned projects to ensure complete and

accurate preparation of payout documents, arranging of inspections and coordination of closeout

15. Prepare and submit monthly project status update reports.

16. Coordinate with Property Management and Maintenance staff throughout all project phases,

including design, construction, and turn-over of completed projects.

17. Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of 3-7 years of construction and supervisory experience. High school

diploma or equivalent, plus 3 years of specialized training in architecture and/or construction estimating

required. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. Individual must be a self-starter, with good organizational,

communication and writing skills. Computer knowledge necessary. Must be willing to work flexible

hours. Must have access to a car, valid driver’s license and proof of insurance for field work. West

Town, Humboldt Park, Logan Square and Hermosa residents preferred.

 

REPORTING RELATIONS: Under the direct supervision of the Vice President of Real Estate

Development. In the absence of this supervisor, shall report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

 

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt


To learn how to apply please visit: Bickerdike Employment