Company Overview
At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.
Job Summary
We are seeing an experienced Project Manager with a background in ground up/school construction. This individual is responsible for leading a project construction team or assigned team and oversee the overall management of assigned project direction, planning, completion and financial outcome. This role is responsible for directing and mentoring on-site staff. The position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and team building skills.
Responsibilities
- Manage and/or coordinate personnel and resources for the project
- Assist with preconstruction efforts
- Manage all aspects of the project from inception through completion
- Prepare and execute company development and construction plan
- Prepare trade contracts and bid packages, as well as oversee the procurement process
- Oversee the shop drawing, submittal and construction coordination process
- Plan and coordinate the project in conduction with the Superintendent
- Oversee performance of project including, project status, schedule, cost control, change management systems
- Maintain relationships designers, consultants, vendors and subcontractors
- Attend and lead project meetings, including progress, pre-construction and pre-award
- Impeccable attention to detailed documentation protocols
- Review inspection and test data for compliance with specifications
- Develop and maintain site logistics plan, in coordination with Superintendent
- Oversee all site safety programs in conjunction with safety consultants and Superintendent
Qualifications and Skills
- Requires Engineering, Construction Management or related bachelor’s degree, OR possess equivalent years of related experience.
- Requires 5+ years of experience in Core/shell and Interior construction
- Requires working knowledge of various construction disciplines, union agreements/jurisdiction, cost control, scheduling, safety regulations, engineering drawings and other documents required.
- 10-Hour OSHA and 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certificate
- 4-Hour Supported Scaffold User Certificate
Computer Systems
- Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and Timberline
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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