Project Manager, and Special Projects

Summary/Objective

Responsible for successfully completing projects in accordance with established goals in terms of safety, budget, quality and schedule for C.D. Smith's small and special projects. Evaluates project scope and completes proposals, costs and budgets with accuracy. Develops project plans to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction. The Project Manager serves as the principal point of contact and must coordinate between all stakeholders on the project, both internally and externally.

This role partners closely with business development, estimating, operations, and project leadership to ensure opportunities and projects are effectively managed for success.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plan, direct and coordinate activities throughout all phases of designated projects to ensure projects progress on schedule, on-time completion and within budget and funding parameters.
• Prepare, review and submit project proposals, job estimates, construction drawings and specifications to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources and equipment to various phases of project.
• Support account and project pursuits for small and special projects with Business Development.
• Participate in project walkthroughs, site visits, and early feasibility discussions.
• Collaborate with business development, estimating and operations to develop pursuit strategies, pricing approaches, and go/nogo recommendations.
• Coordinate and obtain Building, Erosion Control and Dewatering permits as needed.
• Leverage relationships for client / owner involvement and business advancement.
• Manage changes in project plan or scope of work and complete project estimates and pricing.
• Work closely and facilitate project execution with Superintendents, Project Management Assistants, Project Engineers, Owners, Architects, subcontractors. Provide regular updates and constant feedback on project progress.
• Assist in the resolution of disputes with Owners, Subcontractors, Suppliers and Vendors.
• Prepare a variety of project update reports and attend regular construction and project management meetings.
• Review and approve invoices, submit pay applications, complete job cost adjustments, issue subcontracts/purchase orders and change orders related to each project.
• Conduct quarterly job analysis.
• Adhere to safety and quality programs with each project.

• Bachelor Degree in Construction Management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and work experience.
• Project Management Certification.
• 4-6 years of related work or internship experience, preferably in the construction field.

• Must be able to read drawings, interpret codes, and be familiar with all phases of building design.
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously under time constraints.
• Train, coach and develop Assistant Project Managers.
• Ability to travel to project work sites.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.