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Construction Project Manager

UCraft Construction
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/16/2025

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a natural-born leader who loves managing hard-working teams? Our construction company needs an experienced construction project manager to supervise project plans and oversee general contractors to ensure their work is high-quality, finished efficiently, and within the predetermined budget. Jobseekers should love to problem-solve, delegate effectively, and have excellent communication skills. If you’re looking for a role where you can produce a successful project from beginning to end, this is the job for you. Apply today!

Work Location : In person

Compensation : 70,000 yearly

Responsibilities :

  • Plan and schedule the entire construction project, including construction operations and timelines to make sure project deadlines are met
  • Inform key stakeholders of the status of the project by producing regular progress reports
  • Clarify the scope with clients, engineers, construction managers, and architects to produce an accurate list of project specifications, including manual labor needs and necessary materials
  • Forecast monetary needs for the project and accurately manage the budget
  • Secure any required licenses and permits from appropriate authorities to ensure construction is up to code
  • Complete accurate estimates of required labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractors needed to complete the project
  • Ability to manage projects from start to completion
  • Ability to read and evaluate architectural / MEP drawings and relevant contract documents
  • Must maintain open communication between, clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Performs other duties as required
  • Review drawings and specifications to determine quantities and calculate pricing
  • Hiring, recruiting, managing, and maintaining subcontractor base across assigned projects
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interact and collaborate at all levels
  • Prepare project documents and schedules
  • Manage multiple projects and communicate consistently with all parties involved
  • Ensure all project activities are being completed promptly by using documentation tools

Qualifications :

  • PMP certification is a plus
  • Excellent time-management, organizational, leadership, and communication skills
  • In-depth knowledge of the construction industry and entire building process, including building codes, blueprints, permits, construction equipment, material resources, construction processes, and project management principles
  • College degree (Bachelor’s) in construction management, engineering, or another relevant field
  • One year of previous experience as a construction project manager required
  • Completed training for OSHA 30 license
  • Strong technical ability including reading / interpreting drawings required
  • Actively participates in all preconstruction services and engineering sessions by reviewing Owner's expectations / criteria, coordinates with design team and owner and reviews design documents
  • Conducts pre-bid conferences, identifies project requirements, and provides value engineering ideas
  • Ability to perform in a collaborative, team-based environment
  • Sales and negotiating skills
  • Energetic with a high sense of urgency
  • Experience with creating estimates and proposals
  • Detail oriented
  • Meeting critical project deadlines and progressing projects in a logical and cost-efficient manner
  • Negotiating change requests with architects, construction managers, and clients professionally to foster good-will with team members
  • Pre-construction Jobsite visits
  • Supervisory experience in the construction industry
  • Experience in the Construction industry : 2 years preferred not required
  • A PA Drivers License
  • The ability to legally work in the United States
  • Helpful Characteristics and Personality Traits :

  • Variety - needs to like the variety of projects
  • Enjoy freedom of routine - no micromanagement
  • Self-disciplined and high-level accountability.
  • Okay with managing multiple projects and balancing priorities.
  • Need someone proactive and self-starter
  • The person in the role must make timely decisions, find practical solutions, and implement work with a sense of urgency
  • About Company

    Great Projects! Accelerated Career Growth!

    UCraft Construction is a trusted partner in commercial construction solutions. With over a decade of industry expertise, we specialize in tenant fit-outs for offices, retail spaces, industrial buildings, and restaurants, as well as renovations of schools and multifamily buildings across the Greater Philadelphia area and New Jersey.

    Salary : $70,000

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