Project Manager - Pittsburgh, PA

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Saxonburg, PA

About The Position

The Project Manager coordinates, reviews, and manages building systems from project conception through turnover. Serving as the primary liaison among owners, engineers, architects, and vendors, the role helps establish project design parameters and coordinates professionals across disciplines to deliver projects in accordance with contract documents, schedules, budgets, and quality standards. The position focuses on minimizing conflicts, improving constructability, and supporting successful project delivery. Travel to and from assigned job sites is required as needed. The role spans design and preconstruction coordination, construction oversight, schedule and cost management, commissioning and turnover, and safety and quality. The Project Manager works in both office and field environments and regularly visits active construction sites.

Requirements

10 or more years of experience in commercial construction.
Past experience coordinating commercial, industrial, healthcare, manufacturing, distribution, or institutional projects.
Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience will be considered.
In-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles.
Strong understanding of HVAC, electrical distribution, plumbing, fire protection, building automation, low-voltage, and communications systems.
Knowledge of building codes, industry standards, and MEP commissioning processes.
Ability to effectively use computer programs including Excel, Word, Microsoft Project, Adobe Acrobat, Procore, and Sage 100.
Ability to create and present a credible, confident, positive image of oneself and the company during oral presentations to clients, designers, and others.
Ability to visit active construction sites regularly, walk projects, climb ladders, and navigate unfinished structures.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in both office and field environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience in data centers and high-reliability facilities, with an understanding of their specialized MEP systems.

Responsibilities

Participate in design development, value engineering, and scope review meetings.
Identify design conflicts, deficiencies, and coordination issues before construction.
Collaborate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve system clashes and optimize installation methods.
Monitor installation activities for compliance with plans, specifications, codes, and quality standards.
Review and process submittals, including material data and shop drawings, and answer field Requests for Information (RFIs).
Conduct field walks and inspections to verify installation and provide progress reports to architects, developers, and owners.
Assist site superintendents with subcontractor performance and schedule adherence.
Create detailed project timelines, staging plans, and completion milestones.
Negotiate and write contracts for subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Assist in evaluating change orders and potential cost impacts.
Support development and updates of the overall project schedule.
Identify potential project delays and budget issues and develop proactive solutions.
Coordinate startup, testing, balancing, and commissioning activities.
Verify completion of punch list items related to MEP systems.
Ensure receipt and review of O&M manuals, warranties, and as-built documents.
Participate in owner training sessions and final turnover activities.
Support project closeout and warranty management.
Promote and enforce company safety policies on the job site.
Ensure installation quality meets company standards, local building codes, legal requirements, site safety protocols, and project requirements.
Travel to and from assigned job sites as needed.