Project Manager I

Kaufman Lynn Construction•Delray Beach, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager I is directly responsible for project success, including managing client relationships, achieving positive financial results, and complying with company requirements and contractual obligations. The role manages projects from beginning to end, delivering within budget and on schedule while meeting quality standards and client expectations. It requires strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills, proficiency in Procore, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively. The Project Manager provides direct oversight and mentoring to assigned Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers, as applicable, and is accountable for their performance. The position is primarily based in the jobsite office and requires light physical activity, including frequent jobsite walking and stair climbing. Work hours may fluctuate based on project needs, including some after-hours, weekend, and holiday work; the salary is intended to compensate for all hours worked. The role also serves as a training ground for gaining the experience and knowledge needed to become a Senior Project Manager.

Requirements

Demonstrated mastery of the skills, roles, and responsibilities of an Assistant Project Manager.
Strong negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
Proficiency in all aspects of Procore.
High attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to manage projects from start to finish within budget and schedule, to required quality standards, and to client satisfaction.
Understanding of general conditions costs and divisions 2–16.
Ability to understand P6 schedule logic.
Thorough understanding of the company’s Building Better Buildings program and Health and Safety Program.
Strong understanding of company subcontract agreements and prime contract terms.
Ability to perform light physical activity, including frequent jobsite walking and climbing stairs.
Ability to work variable hours according to project needs, including some after-hours, weekend, or holiday work.

Responsibilities

Participate in preconstruction efforts as directed by senior leadership, including bid solicitations, quantity surveys and takeoffs, site surveys and logistics planning, scope review and bid leveling, safety planning, scheduling, and general conditions estimates.
Review project proposals or plans to determine time frames, financial objectives, staffing needs, and resource allocation; understand general conditions costs and divisions 2–16; and write scopes of work for each division.
Manage the buyout process from preconstruction department turnover through execution of all subcontracts.
Negotiate subcontractor schedules of values to ensure detail, alignment with the project schedule, and protection of the company’s and client’s interests.
Understand and follow the monthly financial reporting process; develop monthly cost projections; and work with the Project Accountant on monthly updates to costs, change orders, pending costs, financial risks, and related reports.
Ensure subcontractor and owner pay requisitions are accurate and submitted on time according to company procedures and deadlines.
Manage change control using Procore’s Change Events tool to track and process potential cost items.
Ensure compliance with company scheduling and project controls procedures and prime contract requirements.
Coordinate with the project team and subcontractors to create the baseline schedule; ensure schedule updates are performed at least biweekly and distributed to stakeholders.
Understand P6 schedule logic, anticipate issues, identify opportunities to improve project performance, and take steps such as timely subcontract awards, early material procurement, activity resequencing, and starting work earlier where appropriate.
Understand and oversee compliance with the Building Better Buildings program; clarify team roles and responsibilities, establish plans and deadlines with the Senior Superintendent, monitor compliance, and support enforcement with subcontractors.
Understand and enforce the company Health and Safety Program and jobsite safety and security requirements; perform biweekly PM Safety & Environmental Audits and coordinate corrections with the Senior Superintendent.
Coordinate with safety personnel and field staff on inspections, jobsite cleanliness, subcontractor cleanup, and enforcement actions as warranted.
Assist leadership with preparation and presentation of the Business Evaluation Tool Meeting.
Understand company subcontract agreements and review the prime contract with the Legal Department to understand its terms and application to project situations.
Work with project leadership to establish work plans, budgets, staffing, and personnel assignments for each project phase.
Coordinate and conduct the Project Setup Meeting with required participants.
Manage the Master Compliance Tool and ensure insurance certificates, bonds, OCIP/CCIP, and other required documentation are current before subcontractors begin onsite work.
Oversee direct reports’ administrative responsibilities, including RFIs, submittals, drawings, and meeting management in Procore.
Build and maintain effective relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups; support repeat profitable business and foster collaborative, accountable trade partner relationships.
Oversee closeout planning and coordination, including identifying required closeout documents, securing and organizing complete document packages, and coordinating and documenting owner commissioning and systems training.
Build effective teams by recognizing strengths, addressing development needs, and facilitating team-building activities.
Manage, mentor, and train direct reports; conduct weekly one-on-one meetings; participate in required role-specific and corporate training; and support onboarding and training of new hires in similar roles.
Establish goals and meet deadlines agreed upon with the supervisor during annual performance reviews.
Participate in company activities and functions when possible, and in industry, client, and community relations to enhance the company’s image.