Project Manager (Independence Construction)

DiGeronimo Companies • Columbus, OH

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Independence Construction is growing and expanding its Columbus, Ohio office. As part of the DiGeronimo Companies, Independence Construction offers self-perform services and acts as a developer, bringing an owner's approach to projects. The company is known for its honesty, integrity, and outstanding performance in design and management, aiming for the best results for partners, subcontractors, and the community. The company values People (safety, family-oriented environment, integrity, protecting assets), Performance (highest quality, finding solutions, providing value), and Community (positive impact, giving back, leaving the world better).

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of multiple construction projects from start to finish. You will lead project teams with project executive(s), represent Independence Construction to the client, and collaborate with IC executives on business development to secure future work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering
• 5-7 years’ experience in progressively responsible roles in construction management or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to deal with situations involving sensitive and confidential company issues
• Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate with all levels, both internally and externally
• Knowledge of budgeting and expense control
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to write reports, business correspondence
• Able to organize work, engage in a variety of tasks simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines
• Knowledge of all different construction delivery systems
• Strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Develop Site Specific Safety Plans with Project Team, with assistance from company Safety personnel. Ensure safety is discussed at project morning huddles.
• Work with estimating department on project bids and pre-construction phase for assigned projects. Assist in preparing Bid Packaging strategies and bidding Scopes of Work.
• Prepare and review project schedules from pre-construction phase through close-out.
• Initiate and award subcontracts to vendors and subcontractors during pre-construction phase; issue change orders as necessary.
• Develop and revise project budgets, as necessary.
• On a monthly basis, prepare, monitor, and present Job Cost reports (i.e., budgets, GC expenditures, budget revisions, change orders and gross profit projections) for all projects assigned to Management and Company Controller.
• Act as liaison with Owner/Architect for projects assigned.
• Develop and Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) utilized on projects.
• Administer and monitor compliance with construction contracts with Owners, subcontractors, and vendors; provide timely written notices in accordance with project manual and contract requirements.
• Construction documentation management, including but not limited to applying for building permits, surveys, testing and inspections, in conjunction with projects’ superintendents.
• Coordinate and expedite materials and services for the job sites, in conjunction with superintendents.
• Manage labor relations and work with appropriate internal personnel to resolve labor issues.
• Analyze actual costs to estimates and document variances.
• Prepare and update cash flow projections and if required using a cost-loaded schedule.
• Oversee, manage and/or complete change management processes.
• Review and coordinate structural, architectural and MEP drawings throughout project.
• Oversee the MEP Coordination process and 3D or BIM utilization to assure project coordination is accurately being implemented.
• Manage the Job Close out Process including Contracts with Owner, subcontractors and vendors, and obtain all necessary warrantees and releases.
• With company and project executives, perform business development functions to obtain future work.

Benefits

• Weekly Competitive Pay!
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA & HSA
• Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401(k) + Company match
• Paid corporate training program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level