Preconstruction Project Manager

PRIME GROUP • Hollywood, FL

52d

About The Position

The Preconstruction Project Manager is responsible for supporting our preconstruction department under the guidance of the Director of Preconstruction. Your responsibilities will include coordinating with the Preconstruction team, including the estimators and the permit coordinators to facilitate the review of project plans, requirements and specifications. This role serves as a key liaison between management, operations and estimating staff, ensuring seamless communication and efficient project preparation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or construction related field.
• 4-6 years’ experience in construction management or in a similar position.
• Knowledge of construction management theory and practice.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of Construction Systems, the ability to analyze construction documents, and the ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of construction building codes and building methods.
• Proficiency with computers / technology including MS Word, Excel and Outlook, Sage 300 a plus.

Responsibilities

• Process and review all Design Consultant plans for all construction projects.
• Create construction projects in Sage CPC and Plan Grid software systems.
• Create and update plan logs to keep control of all project design changes and revisions. Insert new sheets into original set of plans when new revisions are released for correct plan distribution.
• Organize all design drawings and other construction documentation (permits, shop drawings, construction reports) on organization’s shared server.
• Create, upload and organize all construction related documents to the projects in Sage CPC software.
• Add new users (employees and subcontractors) in Sage CPC software.
• Upload plan revisions in Sage CPC software (with transmittals for distribution).
• Manage all Plan Grid licenses and serve as Plan Grid contract administrator.
• Upload original drawings and revisions into Plan Grid and other construction documents (specs, shop drawings).
• Creation of all Construction Turnover Forms for Residential projects, Hotel projects. (For interiors and exteriors of the buildings).
• Manage Workzone software project requests.
• Assist in construction permitting process including supporting the Permit Coordinator with building permits, USPS approvals, FAA approvals, address designations, trailer permits, etc.
• Travel, when needed, to local Building Departments for permitting process including the filing of applications for permits.
• Creation of consultant’s budgets using historical data from previous projects and from benchmarking proposals received from outside design consulting firms.
• Creation of permit and impact fee budgets including review of permit and impact fee schedules from the building authority or municipality where the project is located. Also, with the use of historical data from previous similar projects in the same location.
• Conduct budget uploads for the organizations projects and make adjustments to budget proforma in the event of budget increases.
• Enter preconstruction and entitlement commitments when change orders are executed.
• Manage design consultant bidding process, from requests of proposals to the award of the contract for the design.
• Complete scopes of work, schedule of values with details on all contracts and preparation of all contracts for design consultants.
• Provide contract administration for all consultant contracts.
• Complete change orders for the project consultant when there is a change in design.
• Create the NOCs for the organization.
• Coordination of all utilities on new projects, such as: FPL, cable & TV, Water & Sewer.
• Create unit matrix for residential projects to define unit numbering prior to project start date.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees