Project Manager

Project Manager

We are currently looking for an experienced Project Manager with solid experience working on LIHTC rehab/renovations (Affordable Housing) to join our growing team.

This position will oversee projects throughout the United States and require travel on a regular basis.

Primary Responsibilities

• The Project Manager (PM) manages the majority of tasks associated with one or more projects. The PM is supported by Superintendents who oversee project activities on-site.
• Assist with projects in preconstruction, projects in production, and post-production projects.
• Responsible for performance management of Superintendents in assigned projects.
• Assists Superintendent(s) with ordering/staging of materials and as-built drawings.
• Manage all subcontractor scopes of work including review and approval.
• Sources, qualifies, buys, and manages contracts for subcontract labor.
• Approves subcontract draw requests and change orders.
• Anticipates risks to subcontractor resources and availability.
• Manages construction schedules and anticipates risks to schedules and takes proactive measures.
• Manages Superintendent team with material ordering and jobsite inventory levels.
• Responsible for maintaining the effectiveness and training of Superintendent team.
• Responsible for RFI’s, permits and code requirements for each project following government guidelines for each project.
• Approves change-orders to material and equipment budgets.
• Responsible for planning, scheduling, conducting and coordinating the technical and management aspects on projects.
• Responsible for the proper execution of companywide paperwork. Paperwork including but not limited to; RFIs, CORs, Budgets, Estimates, Safety Program, Submittals, Schedules, Warranty Issues, Sage, Close Out Books, Project Permitting, Applicable Legal Documents, Forecasts, Buy Out, Subcontractor Agreements and Due Diligence.
• Reports delays, recommends solutions to supervisor.
• Keep supervisor informed of all circumstances that could affect projects or clients.
• Assists with risk management, financial forecasting, and compliance.
• Progress reports per by company policy (verbal, electronic)
• Assists Office Staff with subcontractor documents including the pre-qualification.
• Supports with risk assessment and remediation.
• Assists Office Staff with lien releases and check distribution.
• Controls budgets on assigned projects.
• Anticipates risks to budget and reacts accordingly
• Supports finance when they conduct weekly budget reviews of projects.
• Facilitate communication between Sales as a representative of Production.
• Ensures quality control meets company and client expectations.
• Serves as the primary “point of contact” with clients on project related issues.
• Represents the company when meeting with potential clients, detailing renovation capabilities in connection with business development efforts.
• Lead punch walks with clients on-site.
• Develops and maintains client liaison for active projects, and acts in an advisory capacity to current clients, maintaining close liaison by conferring on existing and/or potential new projects.
• Develop a quality relationship with assigned Clients and analyze Client circumstances for new business opportunities.
• Resolve disputes and conflicts related to projects and Clients.
• Maintain regular contact with all assigned project Clients, including development of personal relationships, and strive to keep Client satisfaction at high levels.
• Extensive and independent contact with Clients, vendor’s representatives and project field personnel.
• Direct and/or participate in jobsite visits, Client meetings, and presentations.
• Interact and negotiate with top-level managers of Client companies.
• Potential need for “on-call” and weekend availability when project deadlines are not being met.

Requirements & Preferred Skills

• Three or more years’ experience in Project Management.
• Valid Driver’s License and Personal Vehicle
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and internal and external partners.
• Computer skills required: proficiency with Microsoft Office and iPad device.
• Computer skills preferred: proficiency with Sage or similar construction management programs.
• Education Minimum: High School degree or equivalent.
• Education Preferred: Four-year degree from an accredited college or university.
• Preferred Certifications: 30-hour OSHA certification, PMI certification.
• Required language skills: English
• Preferred Language skills: conversational Spanish.

Work Environment & Travel

• Up to 50% of the job involves walking construction sites to inspect work progress, quality and safety compliance. Up to 50% of time spent on paperwork, reports, etc.
• Travel requirements vary according to client and project locations, plus occasional trips to company headquarters.