Project Manager - Multifamily

Swinerton•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall management of multifamily construction projects through successful completion. The role directs project planning and preconstruction, establishes budgets and contract pricing, oversees procurement and scheduling, maintains project quality and contract compliance, and leads the project team. The Project Manager works closely with the Owner, Architect, Superintendent, subcontractors, management, and estimating staff, while managing project documentation, closeout, and warranty follow-up.

Requirements

Engineering, Construction Management, or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience.
Five to eight years of field construction management experience, including supervisory skills.
Leadership ability.
Problem-solving ability and a strong sense of urgency.
Organizational and communication skills.
Drafting and computer skills.
Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.
Thorough understanding of project management control systems, including scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating.

Responsibilities

Perform the responsibilities of Assistant Project Managers and Project Engineers.
Estimate and establish budgets and contract prices, including GMP and lump-sum contracts.
Negotiate cost-effective subcontract and material purchases.
Establish and implement procedures to support timely buyout, shop drawing approval, and material delivery.
Keep the project on schedule.
Maintain good working relationships with the Owner, Architect, and subcontractors.
Work with the Superintendent to develop safety plans and implement safety procedures.
Provide timely and accurate reports to management.
Manage, train, and supervise the project team according to company policy.
Organize regular meetings for management and subcontractors.
Review contract conditions and ensure compliance with contract terms.
Oversee documentation of significant project events, including accidents, delays, and change orders.
Direct preconstruction services and activities.
Negotiate, prepare, and issue subcontract bid packages.
Assist with business development and participate in job interviews.
Maintain project quality and the integrity and excellence of the completed project.
Support estimating staff as a bid item specialist.
Avoid or mitigate claims and conflicts.
Complete job close-out procedures.
Conduct warranty follow-up, including one-year warranty walks.
Complete the project with full or enhanced fee.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.