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