Construction Project Manager – Interior Renovations & Mid Rise

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Company

SSA Group

Job description

The role of Project Manager is to lead the effective management of construction projects by coordinating the efforts of a team and, third-party contractors or consultants, to meet or exceed our Client’s expectations of quality, safetyand delivery.Duties and Responsibilities

Independently leads the management process of multiple and concurrent construction projects with limited guidance through prioritizing project activities and exercising influence over project team
Sets priorities, allocates tasks and coordinates project staff to meet project targets and milestones
Plans and prepares, maintains and updates construction projects and schedules in conjunction with the Site Superintendent, Estimating team, and project stakeholders
Assumes overall responsibility for project progress and, cooperates fully with the Site Superintendent to deliver within scope, budget and requirements
Communicates project status to relevant stakeholders to develop relationships and ensure repeat business
Coordinates, manages and communicates with all subcontractors to effectively deal with problems such as delivery, labor, schedule and payment disputes; evaluates solutions and takes the initiative to ensure the best solution is delivered
Identifies project risks and develops and implements mitigation and contingency plans
Attends meetings and performs routine site visits to monitor construction progress and compliance with the contract requirements
Conducts meetings, issues minutes and prepares reports to communicate the status of assigned projects
Prepares and maintains all project management related documents and reports
Processes contract drawings and specifications and ensures that construction scope is built in accordance with the latest set of documents
Identifies scope changes, if any, between “issued for construction” drawings and “tender” package drawings
Oversees, in conjunction with the Site Superintendent, labor and material costs to ensure the budget is not compromised
Monitors costs, reviews and approves project invoices and prepare progress billing
Complies with all regulatory, environmental and health and safety requirements
Ensures construction project files and documents are prepared, shared and logged with a high level of accuracy and within required timeframes
Provides document turnover at completion of project: project close-out documentation, including as-built drawings, manuals, warranties, building permits, etc.
Provides other duties as requested and required

Education and certificates

University or College Degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Technical or business related curriculum or equivalent professional experience
Valid G Driver’s license

Knowledge, Experience and Technical Skills

5+ years of experience within ICI Construction environment (renovation, new build, interior fit-ups)
Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards and their impact on project activities
Proficient computer skills in MS products

Skills, Abilities, Competencies

Effective decision-making skills through use of sound judgement and technical knowledge
Influencing and relationship management skills focused on adept customer-service and ensuring client’s needs are met and dealt with professionally
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and proven ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Strong analytical, problem-solving and negotiation skills with the ability to influence
Expert project management skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple conflicting priorities
Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and planning skills to manage multiple priorities and make decisions
Strong computer aptitude and capability to learn new applications
May be required to respond to facilities situations as required after hours