What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Project Manager position at Derrick Companies?
JOB OBJECTIVE: Plan and supervise commercial construction projects from start to finish. Organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner. Must be well-versed in construction methodologies and procedures and be able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with Clients from the start of a project to ensure a clear understanding of the project vision and scope.
- Collaborate with Clients, Architects and Engineers to determine the design and specifications of the project.
- Establish construction budgets, estimates and schedules to best meet the Client's needs.
- Negotiate contracts with Clients, Subcontractors, Vendors and Suppliers.
- Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities.
- Work in conjunction with Field Operations to ensure construction operations and scheduled work is completed on time and within budget.
- Process change orders, payment applications, invoices and project close out.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent experience
- Ability to read and understand Architectural, Structural and Engineered Drawings.
- In-depth understanding of construction procedures, materials and project management principles.
- Ability to estimate project costs of various types of commercial construction.
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Project Management Software. Experience with Sage/Timberline software a plus.
- Outstanding customer service skills with the ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of corporate representatives.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- A team player and leadership abilities.
Physical Requirements
- Able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/ to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Able to demonstrate and apply the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer and other office machines such as telephone, photocopier, calculator, scanner, etc.
- Able to hear oral communication either in person or on equipment such as a telephone.
- Able to sit and view personal computer for extended periods of time.
Working Conditions
- Able to work in a Team Environment.
- Able to occasionally work overtime (scheduled and/or unscheduled), if required.
- Able to work indoors, in an office environment, regardless of whether cubicle, open office or private office and outdoors; subject to weather conditions.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person