What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager 2 position at METCON INC?
POSITION SUMMARY:
Metcon is a commercial general contractor that specializes in construction management, negotiated, design-build and select hard-bid projects. A Project Manager 2 is to lead, direct and oversee the safe and effective daily operation of a single project greater than $15M and less than $30M, multiple projects greater than $15M and less than $30M simultaneously or support a single more complex larger project greater than $30M. They will serve as an important point of contact for project buyout, logistics, risk management, communications, planning, contracts, and reporting. Ability to execute project objectives resulting in “on time” and within budget. Ability to lead, monitor, and develop junior roles within the team. Responsibilities begin from the preconstruction, start of construction through close-out, commissioning, and warranty. Level is determined by performance, experience, project complexity, size, and value. Ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Metcon. Approximate time in role is 6-8 years or proficient in previous role.
Job Description:
Support in the oversight of the safe and effective daily operation of a single project, or multiple projects, or in a supporting project management role on larger more complex projects. Establish project objectives and policies, maintain liaison with prime clients and monitor construction and financial activities. Act as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of Metcon.
Essential Functions:
- Project Management
- Coordination
- Process and Procedures
- Quality Control/Safety
- Coordination (Scheduling/Logistics)
- Communication/ Documentation Logistics
- Financials (Sage, Billing, Forecasting)
- Preconstruction/Closeout
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Responsible to learn and develop competency in all aspects of cost and control for job budget setup and reporting, including the timely management of Accounts Payable/Receivable, change management, fair and reasonable cost negotiations.
- Responsible for leading a single project to implement and maintain a clean and safe work site, and to motivate performance to the highest efficiency to exceed project requirements, quality control, and productivity. Work with Project Engineer and Superintendent on high level reporting of cost and profitability.
- Effectively build project schedule in P6 by collaborating with Project Superintendent on logic and durations. Manage schedule updates, material procurement, subcontractors, resources, project documentation, product data, shop drawing, submittals, and RFI’s.
- Work with senior leadership to set clear and attainable goals for operations teams. Participate in training opportunities to increase technical and leadership competencies, mentoring direct reports and recruiting new qualified team members.
- Support the Preconstruction Manager to complete the project planning and set up during the preconstruction phase, including constructability, site logistics, and estimating. Assist in developing schedule, scopes of work, subcontractor prequalification/bid solicitation, and scope reviews. Learn to identify and effectively manage owner expectations during the preconstruction phase.
- Responsible to learn and develop competency in Metcon process with the Construction Team.
- Promote and support good internal and external relationships throughout all divisions and departments of the Company. Engage in and promote customer and community related activities.
Minimum Qualifications & Training:
- Construction Management degree preferred.
- 68 years of construction experience preferred, but not required.
- Travel to and from the office to the project site is required, must have a valid Driver’s License.
Computer Skills:
- Word
- Excel
- Outlook
- P6
- BlueBeam
- Procore
Technical Skills:
- Plan & Specification Reading
- BIM Coordination
- Construction Technology
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk long distances across uneven or rough terrain, such as gravel, dirt, or construction surfaces, during site inspections.
- Capability to stand for extended periods during site walkthroughs, meetings, or equipment inspections.
- Balance and Coordination: Adequate balance to navigate around obstacles, trenches, scaffolding, and construction materials.
- Ability to climb ladders or scaffolding to inspect elevated structures or access rooftops.
- Comfort working at elevated heights while following safety protocols, including the use of harnesses or other fall protection gear.
- Ability to climb stairs, ladders or navigate inclined surfaces commonly found at construction sites.
- Capability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 2050 pounds, as needed.
- Ability to handle and move smaller construction materials or tools during inspections or meetings with the construction crew.
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or wind, during site visits and inspections.
- Tolerance for exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and other environmental factors present on construction sites.
- Communication in noisy environments and listen for important safety signals, as well as the ability to convey instructions clearly to teams.
- Reading blueprints, inspecting work quality, and identifying potential hazards or construction defects onsite.
- HandEye Coordination: Ability to handle tools, operate devices, or interact with machinery controls during inspections or demonstrations, though typically not to the extent required for labor roles.
- Safety and PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
- PPE Usage: Ability to properly wear and use required PPE, including hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steeltoed boots, reflective vests, and hearing protection as needed.
- Awareness and Safety: Quick reaction time and awareness to navigate safely around potentially hazardous areas or equipment.
The job description is not designed to cover or all of the duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Occasionally, you may be required to perform tasks that are not specifically outlined in the job description. This description is not exhaustive. Responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
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About METCON INC
Metcon is a Native American-owned business (Lumbee) founded in 1999 in Pembroke, North Carolina. Metcon, which stands for (Metal and Construction), was conceived as a General Contractor specializing in panelized metal studs and truss. As a young company, Metcon worked primarily on housing and related panelized projects throughout North Carolina. The firm quickly transitioned into a full-service commercial general contracting operation still incorporating metal-framed systems whenever possible. The UNC system higher education bonds of the 2000’s was a catalyst to Metcon’s growth as a primary contractor for the UNC-Pembroke campus. Expanding their focus in Education, the company quickly became a leader, in not only University construction, but also K-12 facilities across the Carolinas. Metcon remains headquartered in Pembroke, North Carolina, with offices in Raleigh, Charlotte, Fayetteville, North Carolina and Columbia, & Myrtle Beach South Carolina.