Project Manager

Armitage Architecture•East Syracuse, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager (PM) position is expected to be an extremely competent engineer who has gained experience with multiple types of projects. Has shown ability to manage projects assigned so that they are completed on time and within the fee budget. The PM assures that the client shall receive the designs and opinions described in the contract between the firm and the client. The PM helps prepare project proposals with the Sr proposal Manager and may participate in presenting the proposal to the client. Participates in selecting the internal and external project team. Determines major project design decisions in conjunction with the client and project team. Assigns duties to project team, answer questions, monitors their progress. Checks accuracy of completed work. Maintains close relationship with client throughout development of project. Approves all changes to contract documents after completion of design phase. May be required to help collect fees from client. Maintains client contact after project is completed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related technical field)
Mminimum of 5 years with commercial, industrial and/or federal construction experience
Success as an Assistant Project Manager

Responsibilities

Performs work involving the application of all conventional aspects of engineering
Exercise’s judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
Lead engineers in the preparation of construction documents.
Conceptualizes the engineering design approach for major phases of projects and has production management responsibility (not responsible charge) for the Mechanical engineering work on a project.
Resolves a variety of complex problems, (i.e., constructability, unsuitability of conventional materials, difficult coordination requirements).
Able to prepare a complete set of plans and supervise the design and ongoing progress of a project, including the coordination of the project with Architect and other consumers.
Prepare schedules; conducts or coordinates structural engineering work.
Serve as a liaison between clients and agencies, subcontractors, and design teams.
Prepare proposal documents, packages, and presentations
Reviews plans and prepares or reviews technical specifications, contract documents, and estimates.
Provides contract bidding and construction administration; observes project action on site.
Supervise the work of less experienced managers, engineers and/or technical support personnel assigned to the project.
Performs other duties assigned
May be asked to travel to out of town assignments
Development of the project program
Assemble resource data, i.e., existing drawings, etc.
Preparation of work scope and proposals for services.
Preparation of overall project schedule/timeline and in-house construction budgets by group responsibility
Schedule, plan, host, or attend consultant meetings as necessary.
Provide code review and resolution of problem areas.
Provide submittals to local/state/federal agencies.
Ensure completion of work per project schedule.
Issuing of bidding documents.
Bid documents register.
GC inquiries during bidding.
Preparation and distribution of addenda.
Maintaining record drawings.
Storage and filing of project contract documents.
Knowledge of construction contract requirements and codes.
Research as needed on proposed changes and GC inquiries.
Review and approval of construction change orders.
Preparation and distribution of contract modifications
Research on technical or contract document questions.