Construction Project Manager

the Client•Conshohocken, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager supports the Engineer Procure Construct (EPC) Project Manager or Program Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations from pre-construction through project completion and warranty periods. The role manages construction safety, quality, schedule, cost control, contracts, subcontractors, suppliers, proposals, estimates, documentation turnover, client relations, field staff, and other work needed to execute EPC, Construction Management, Construction, and Program Management projects. The position may be assigned to a project site based on project requirements. This is an onsite, contract-to-hire position in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania. The initial contract duration is nine months, with a pay rate of $74.00–$81.00 per hour. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field; applicable experience may substitute for the degree requirement.
At least 7 years of relevant project management experience in the construction industry.
Excellent computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Access.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to handle large volumes of work and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Basic understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Ability to meet the company's driving requirements.
Authorization to work for any employer in the United States; the employer cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Multiple years of experience on construction project sites or executing program management in aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil and gas, process, transportation, transmission and distribution, or water industries.
Experience with document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.

Responsibilities

Follow company safety programs, training, and policies, and promote and manage the safety and health performance of project team members and subcontractors.
Oversee day-to-day construction activities and successfully execute one or multiple projects simultaneously.
Provide direction and participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, cost development, and establishment of critical project objectives.
Develop and manage client relationships and interface with clients on proposal- and project-related matters.
Participate in internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the Legal Department as needed.
Negotiate prime contracts, construction management contracts, subcontracts, and change orders.
Implement assigned sections of the Project Execution Plan, including construction execution, quality assurance, safety and health, subcontracting, staffing, organization, and procurement plans.
Develop construction staffing plans, train project teams, coordinate multiple global practices and disciplines, and facilitate efficient staff utilization in accordance with contractual and performance requirements.
Oversee development of the site layout, mobilization, and demobilization plan and support its implementation.
Verify that required project permits are secured.
Direct downstream RFP and bid processes and prepare detailed scopes of work for subcontractor and client-contractor agreements, including bidder development, prequalification, evaluation, award recommendations, and selection.
Review, approve, and communicate project budgets, cash-flow forecasts, status reports, and other internal and external reports; present reports to project and program managers and executive management as required.
Collaborate with engineering to establish development and distribution of engineering deliverables in line with project schedules and requirements.
Develop processes and manage downstream contract administration, including RFIs, submittals, change management, contract closeout, documentation, and claims mitigation.
Oversee invoicing processes for prime contracts, subcontractors, and client contractors.
Coordinate and facilitate client, supplier, and company commissioning and startup teams as needed.
Implement, audit, and oversee project documentation.
Implement processes to confirm project and subcontractor insurance, taxes and duties, licenses, and bonding requirements.
Perform project safety, quality, progress, and financial audits and assessments as required.
Oversee and participate in project-specific non-conformance reporting.
Facilitate project cost reporting, scheduling, work breakdown structure establishment, project setup and closeout, and field progress tracking for construction, construction-related, or program-level activities.
Develop and oversee materials receiving and management, including inventory control, receipt of goods, storage, and transportation as required.
Review contract documents with field staff to verify subcontractor and client-contractor compliance with safety and health, quality, and schedule requirements.
Direct project turnover documentation, warranty administration, project closeout, and recordkeeping and retention processes.
Support communication with governmental, industry, and public entities on project-related matters.
Review construction field reports.
Mentor and train interns, construction coordinators, craft supervision, and assistant construction project managers.
Provide performance feedback for project team members to their respective Department Managers as requested.
Manage community and building trades relationships and develop and implement project labor agreements as required.
Onboard craft and field supervision as required.
Manage composite crew rates to determine labor and equipment costs, project staffing, labor burdens, craft classifications, benefits, and labor-law requirements.
Maintain accurate craft classifications and progression records; uphold craft competency and training standards; mentor and support craft training and identify advancement opportunities.
Estimate, forecast, and manage craft installation unit rates and manage earned value, schedule, change management, and cost metrics.
Manage construction equipment to ensure adequate inventory for project needs.
Comply with company policies and procedures and perform other duties as assigned.