Project Manager

Layton Construction•Honolulu, HI

13d•$120,000 - $165,000

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, management, procurement, scheduling, and execution of assigned construction projects, which may include one or more projects at a time. The role maximizes project profitability, advances Layton’s objectives, meets quality and safety standards, and delivers predictable outcomes that exceed owner expectations. The Project Manager works closely with the project Superintendent and other internal and external teams to plan and deliver projects, maintain client relationships, manage project costs and schedules, and complete closeout procedures. The position also supports Layton’s principles of integrity, honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work. Layton Construction is a privately held national general contractor founded in 1953 and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. It operates from 16 offices across the United States and employs more than 1,500 construction professionals. Layton serves healthcare, education, commercial office, industrial, hospitality, and multi-unit residential markets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
Understanding of estimating concepts sufficient to verify bids, understand market rates, and process change orders.
Understanding of contractual language and concepts, construction laws, and practices, including how to protect the company while providing quality client service.
Understanding of building codes and other design requirements, as well as plans, blueprints, and specifications.
Ability to work effectively as a team member and delegate to team members to achieve organizational and customer goals.
Verbal and written presentation and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferably at least 5 years of experience working in commercial construction.

Responsibilities

Champion “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
Promote “Constructing with Integrity” through honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
Work with the project Superintendent through Layton’s “Two in the Box” approach to support successful project delivery and strengthen client relationships.
Assist with project estimates and prepare project budgets.
Lead preparation of the project management plan and organize and conduct pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
Participate in value engineering, negotiate and prepare project subcontracts, obtain permits, and resolve regulatory requirements as needed.
Prepare project schedules and develop milestones with the project Superintendent.
Control contract documents, assess their completeness and consistency, and plan execution of the construction contract.
Manage procurement of project materials and equipment within budget and in accordance with the delivery schedule.
Monitor project quantity, cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project Superintendent, and develop and monitor quality, safety, and risk management plans.
Negotiate owner and subcontractor change orders and manage their cost and profit impacts.
Develop monthly client pay requests and follow up on collection.
Review and approve job-cost payments; coordinate with the job cost accountant on payments and lien releases; and participate in monthly accounting and project reviews.
Manage project closeout, including as-built drawings, closeout documentation, and letters of substantial completion and recommendation.
Provide project cost information to Estimating for its database.
Manage client relationships and client meetings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.