Job Description
Job Title: Ground-Up Construction Project Manager
Location: Amherst, New York
Company: Acquest Development
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Position Summary:
Acquest Development is seeking an experienced Ground-Up Construction Project Manager to oversee commercial construction projects from inception through completion. This role involves direct oversight, budgeting, coordination, and execution of projects to ensure alignment with company objectives and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Management: Manage multiple ground-up construction projects concurrently, typically ranging from 2 to 5, ensuring they meet timeline, quality, and budget requirements.
- Client & Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with project owners, clients, and stakeholders, coordinating and communicating project progress, changes, and issues effectively.
- Contract Administration: Review, approve, and manage all project contracts, change orders, and pay applications alongside senior management.
- Team Leadership: Supervise and support other Team Members, conduct weekly meetings to track ongoing projects and discuss future developments.
- Budgeting & Financial Management: Prepare and manage budgets, monitor project costs, and ensure expenses align with budgetary constraints throughout the project duration.
- Bid Process Oversight: Prepare project bid documents, vet contractors, review proposals, and conduct pre-construction meetings to ensure accurate project bids and contract awards.
- Construction Oversight: Perform on-site supervision, including site visits, inspections, and punch walks, and ensure adherence to construction standards and client expectations.
- Coordination with Municipalities and Regulatory Bodies: Work closely with municipalities, counties, and utility companies to meet all pre-construction requirements.
- Tenant Coordination: Collaborate with tenants and their representatives on commercial projects to ensure requirements are met and tenant satisfaction is achieved.
- Project Closeout: Manage project closeout processes, coordinate handover to property management, and resolve any outstanding project-related issues.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 7+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a strong background in both residential and commercial projects.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in contract management, project budgeting, bid analysis, and vendor/contractor selection.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead project teams, mentor junior staff, and maintain high standards in project delivery.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with clients, stakeholders, and internal team members.
- Organizational Skills: Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
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