What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Meridian Construction & Development, Inc.?
Company Mission
At Meridian, we build success for our clients. The way we build success is through a commitment to providing value and earning trust. Meridian Construction and Development, Inc. is a regional and national contractor.
Job Description
The Project Manager is responsible for a construction project's administrative and technical management. The Project Manager functions as the project's point person and steers it forward.
Job Responsibilities
- Reads and understands owner and subcontractor contract language, ensures objectives of contracts are met, and delivers on contract obligations of the firm. Responsibilities include contract development, pre-contract reviews, and final contract language and contract negotiations.
- Develops and inputs project budgets for cost tracking and forecasting. Works closely with the Superintendent to review project budgets and productivity on a weekly basis. Provides job forecasting monthly to accurately reflect project costs to completion of the project. Understands and evaluates project extras and change orders.
- Works closely with project team members and Superintendent to develop the project schedule and implement schedule monitoring and adjustment periods throughout the construction project.
- Works closely with the Superintendent to develop and monitor the site-specific safety plan. Ensures subcontractors meet safety obligations to provide a safe project site.
- Provides exceptional project management skills in all areas of communication, time management, customer service, client and team interaction, process, and workflow. Understand the risks and responsibilities of project delivery.
- Able to review plans and specifications in detail to understand the constructability of materials and systems. Understand the constraints and advantages of different building materials, methods, and impact on the project budget and schedule.
- Builds and embraces a culture of continuous improvement
- Develop, update, and finalize project estimates from the initial concept through establishing a Guaranteed Maximum Price. Involves subcontractors and vendors in the estimating process. Understands unit prices and has a thorough understanding of overall trade scope and pricing.
Ideal Candidate Traits
- Superior communication skills; verbal, written, and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.).
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to the ever-changing environment the industry demands.
- Applies innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
Qualifications
- Four-year degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
- 4 years of construction project management experience required.
- Project size >$1.0 M
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Diverse project experience.
- Detail-oriented and strong follow-up skills.
- Self-motivated and passionate about delivering exceptional client service.
- Proficiency in Procore, Microsoft Office, MS Project, and Bluebeam.
- Desire to grow with our company and advance to a senior project manager.
- Pass a Pre-Employment Drug Test.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $95,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Signing bonus
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Project management: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Spokane, WA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Spokane, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $95,000 - $125,000