Construction Project Manager in Madison Job Madison area,Wisconsin USA,Construction

Job Description

The Project Manager has day-to-day responsibility for construction of the work at a profit and ensuring the project is built on schedule and within budget, while exceeding expectations for quality and safety.

Duties and Responsibilities

Development of Construction Documents:

Finalize design from concept to completion with owner (if required).
Contract professional services, schedule, coordinate and obtain:

Site plan approval.
Coordinate local and state building plan approval.
Identify and coordinate the submittals of all documents for permits, including building permit, from all the involved agencies.

Bidding and contracts:

Thoroughly review and analyze construction documents (plans and specifications) and prepare bid list to ensure all work items are accounted for and manage the bid processes.
Understand contractual terms and conditions in specifications.
Attend pre-bid meeting.
Identify key trades; notify selected subcontractors of bid dates.
Initiate and coordinate issuance of construction documents and information for bidding purposes.
Provide clear and detailed quantity take-offs of self-performed work.
Follow up to ensure quotes are obtained for all trades and are accurate.
Obtain bids for all major material components.
Thoroughly review all bids after a complete understanding of the plans and specifications is achieved; review pre-qualifications for “new” subcontractors.
Assemble accurate and well organized estimate and proposal in a timely manner for designated project for stipulated price or design‑build.
Write proposal in a clear, precise manner, defining scope, schedule and price; may be required to meet with potential client to present proposal.

Construction Administration:

Complete appropriate permits at project start‑up and delegate as needed.
Work with superintendent to prepare job schedule; establish, manage and update the bi‑weekly schedule as necessary to reflect current project status.
Hold job meetings with Superintendent, Subcontractors, Owner and Architect as appropriate and required; generate meeting minutes for distribution.
Obtain and review shop drawings from Subcontractors and Suppliers via project management software; process in an expeditious manner with thorough review prior to submittal to the Architect.
Oversee project submittal log; ensure status reflects priority based on lead times and project schedule.
Establish delivery dates for all equipment and material.
Expedite building system and completion of work to increase profit.
Oversee Project RFI (request for information) log; track each RFI to ensure resolution; generate any required changes in scope of work, contract amounts, or schedule and communicate to Owner, Architect and affected Subcontractors.
Oversee Project CO (change order) log; track each CO to ensure resolution; generate any required changes in scope of work, contract amounts, or schedule and communicate to Owner, Architect and affected Subcontractors.
Oversee Project RFP (request for proposal) log; track each RFP to ensure resolution; generate any required changes in scope of work, contract amounts, or schedule and communicate to Owner, Architect and affected Subcontractors.
Visit jobsites periodically; check for accuracy, quality, craftsmanship, production and safety.
Consult with Superintendent and President or Vice President on availability of company‑owned materials and equipment; determine equipment rental sources and monitor rental costs.
Instill a sense of urgency about the work in all parties associated with the projects.
Be aware of labor policies, employee handbook, EEO requirements and company and owner work rules; consult with Human Resources Manager as appropriate.
Recognize and be responsible for all jobsite safety requirements as defined by company safety program, Owner’s safety requirements and OSHA; support the Superintendent in enforcing these policies for field staff and Subcontractors; ensure toolbox talks are administered; demand awareness and compliance with all safety requirements by company for field staff, Subcontractors and vendors; hold safety pre‑planning meetings; insist on proper documentation of any violations.
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