Project Manager

Cumming Management Group•New York, NY

14d•$116,000 - $154,667

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! Zubatkin Owner Representation (“ZOR”), a Cumming Group Company was established in 1994 and primarily serves not-for-profit organizations, including museums, performing arts, educational and religious institutions, across the East Coast of the United States. The focus of our practice is to assist in the strategic planning, design, and construction of capital projects. Our diverse portfolio spans all aspects of a project’s development – from initial real estate analysis, master planning and programming through design, construction and move-in – for both new construction and renovation and expansion projects. We are currently looking for a Project Manager based in New York, NY. The Project Manager reports to the Vice President, Principal-in-Charge and is responsible for the daily management, supervision, coordination, and successful completion of construction projects to meet time and cost objectives. He or she will function as a project leader, coordinating the responsibilities of both internal and external project team members. The Project manager must be capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects.

Requirements

BS in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field is highly preferred.
5+ years' of project management experience in a design or construction-related field working on institutional, cultural, museum, higher education and/or religious projects is highly preferred.
Proficient in PC-based scheduling and spreadsheet applications, including MS Project and Excel.
Demonstrated proficiency in areas of: project management, design management, estimating, scheduling, budgeting/cost control, field supervision, financial reporting, client relationships,
Demonstrated success in managing projects.
Firm knowledge and understanding of construction methods, materials and sequences, and architectural/construction drawings and specifications.
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as business presentation skills.
The ability to effectively interface with all levels of management and staff across organizational lines, including other client business units.
Excellent analytical skills and demonstrated success at building team relationships and partnerships across organizational lines.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development and management of the project strategic plans and program initiatives to meet the goals and needs of the owner.
Act as Owner’s Advisor with primary responsibility for all phases of project.
Manage overall planning, design, and construction process and orchestrate all activities related to design and construction.
Guide clients through the complexities of design and construction, with a focus on incorporation of ownership priorities into design, construction logistics and sequencing, as well as design management of the architecture and engineering teams.
Coordinate with the Architect, Contractor, and other project team members to meet the project objectives and resolve issues.
Lead all elements related to contracts; including negotiating, drafting and executing.
Manage overall project budget and schedule.
Report to project team and client on a regular basis.
Lead proposal review, leveling and analysis and present to the client.
Lead selection process for all consultants and vendors, including preparation of RFQ/RFP, researching and comparing firms under consideration, and recommending and negotiating optimum business terms. This also includes team selection within firms.
Manage closeout process.
Develop and maintain beneficial business relationships with Owners, Architect/Engineers and subcontractors for business development and marketing.