Project Manager

Job Description

OVERVIEW

As a project manager you will be accountable for planning and allocating resources, preparing budgets, monitoring progress, and keeping stakeholders informed throughout the project lifecycle to successfully complete the project on time and underbudget. The project manager will also be responsible for hiring, mentoring, and leading team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Complete responsibility of all projects related operations

Scheduling of direct and indirect project work

Interfacing with Client and Owner Representatives

Lead and execute a project

Review of Project Scope with Field Foreman

Assuring project is entered into Corporate System accurately and completely

Review invoice amounts with Client and request project invoicing from accounting

Perform Job Site Safety Analysis (JSA) with Field Supervisor

Attend Project Meetings as required

Attend weekly inter-office scheduling and coordination meetings

Perform job site inspections of work in progress and review for client satisfaction

Maintain a daily log of activities and correspondence

Assure that tools and equipment are returned

Coordinate activities between field and shop, subcontractors, and owner’s suppliers

Review cost reports and variances

Negotiate and administer scope changes in the work

Attend continuous training opportunities as presented

Participate in local network events and organizations

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Bachelor of Science or Associates degree in Engineering or Construction related field is desired, but not required. Professional work experience acceptable in lieu of formal degree.

Excellent communication skills

Demonstrate the ability to effectively work with craft people and client personnel

Ability to estimate work

Proficiency in computer-based management systems

Ability to climb ladders and stairs to view potential work

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform typical office activities. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus. Handicap access is provided.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to perform difficult physical maneuvers including lifting, stretching, climbing, crawling, etc. No handicap amenities provided

Work environment consists of a standard office environment. The temperature and noise levels in the work environment are moderate. Aisle areas are open. Work environment consists of construction areas which are often dirty, non-climate controlled, difficult access and dangerous

John W. Danforth Company is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to a workplace free from discrimination. All employees and applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.