Project Manager

Job description / Role

The Project Manager performs the construction supervision duties and has overall accountability in the achievement of both functional goals and project success. Candidates must have previously demonstrated abilities in planning, subcontractor selection, cost management, operations and field supervision of crews and a high degree of knowledge regarding construction and construction related trades. Above all else, the highest standards of professionalism are required.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive day-to-day field supervision at the site. Ensure all construction is being performed to quality standards in compliance with design specifications, drawings, budget and schedule.
- Co-ordinate and optimize the arrangement of daily activities tasked to the construction crews and external subcontractors to minimize lost productivity time.
- Assist with preparing request for proposals for public tender of services and statement of work documents. Also contribute to contracts, change orders, material and services purchase orders for approval by Owner. Assess and where appropriate make recommendations on contractor requests for extension of time, claims for additional payment, and contractual disputes.
- Review quotes, material requests, procured items, deliveries and on-site production to validate accurate fulfillment and quality control
- Certify invoices submitted by suppliers and contractors and recommend for payment by Owners.
- Perform inspections at completion of each construction phase, and sign-off on quality of workmanship along with crew leaders and external subcontractors
- Determine and recommend labor force, materials, and equipment requirements.
- Build and update project schedules. Responsible for ensuring completion of activities according to schedule. Expedite and co-ordinate any delayed or potentially delayed activities. Maintain regular estimates of the cost-to-completion and time-to-completion for each task.
- Co-ordinate, administer and lead weekly progress meetings with Owner/general manager, site engineer, crew leaders and subcontractors.
- Enforce and promote site safety and project procedures and proper use of equipment.
- Advise Owners on any recommendations for improvement to practices regarding health and safety, construction approach and quality control plans. Recommend measures to enhance improvement or efficiency opportunities that may arise.
- Identify risk and opportunity in all aspects of construction management, and implement mitigation measures where risks are appreciable.
- Conduct ongoing meetings with field staff to remain informed of project work and facilitate resolution of presented or developing issues

Requirements

- BSc in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related field.
- An MBA / MSc degree will be an added advantage.
- Minimum of 10 years of managerial experience with demonstrated success in large projects.
- In addition to demonstrating the ability and knowledge to perform the duties described above, the candidate shall have the following skills
- Minimum 3 years direct Project Manager/Construction Manager experience in residential/commercial construction is required.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in residential/commercial construction or inspection is required. A mix of contractor and consultant work is desirable
- Knowledge of site development and residential construction techniques, permitting, and inspections. Working knowledge of applicable building, sanitary.
- Ability to inspire and lead project teams.
- Strong organization and management skills
- Effective interpersonal skills and working cooperatively and effectively within a team.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and coordination of work crews concurrently.
- Proficiency with producing and managing monthly operational expense reports and projections.
- Strong computer and communication skills. Desired computer software experience includes email and Microsoft Office

About the Company

Macdonald & Company is the leading professional recruitment consultancy for the real estate and built environment sectors. Established in 1992 and headquartered in the UK, we apply local knowledge with true global connection through our offices in Europe, Asia-Pacific, the U.S., Africa and the Middle East.

Our specialist teams act for every class of organisation owning, occupying, financing, or advising on property, construction and engineering – developers, investors, institutions, funds, banks, consultancies and contractors.

Macdonald & Company is a subsidiary of Prime People Limited.

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