Project Manager – Construction oversees and directs all phases of a construction project. Designs and implements project plans. Being a Project Manager – Construction communicates directly with contractors/designers concerning project cost, staffing, and scheduling. Prepares project status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications. Additionally, Project Manager – Construction requires a bachelor’s degree of engineering. Typically reports to a manager. The Project Manager – Construction manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Project Manager – Construction typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 – 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes.
Construction Project Manager Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Construction Project Manager to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Independently managing construction/refurbishment projects in accordance with industry established best practice;
- Taking the lead project management role in any internally managed/contracted construction projects;
- Understand the project scope and contract and identifies opportunities and risks;
- Proactively build and sustain relationships with all trades/subcontractors;
- prepare tenders ensuring any possible savings are included;
- Be in constant communication with Client and tradespeople/subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time and as per budget;
- Work with on-site trades/subcontractors to deliver the highest possible quality and customer satisfaction;
- Communicate with the clients effectively. We would rather over-communicate than under-communicate;
- Prepare a proper timeline for all projects;
- Ensure to comply with all building legislation and standards;
- Develop contingency plans in advance to mitigate potential risks-just in case an item on the critical path is delayed;
- interpreting residential building plans as well as inclusions specified on plans;
- Should be vigilant in forecasting the risk problems before commencing at work\set appointments as required;
- Develop solutions to make sure that issues never become problems;
- Ensure all contractors and subcontractors follow all WHS policies and procedures.
Requirements:
- Work with on-site trades/subcontractors to deliver the highest possible quality and customer satisfaction;
- Communicate with all trades/subcontractors at all time;
- Be in constant communication with Client and tradespeople/subcontractors to ensure projects are completed on time and as per budget;
- prepare tenders ensuring any possible savings are included;
- Proactively build and sustain relationships with all trades/subcontractors;
- Understand the project scope and contract and identifies opportunities and risks;
- Ensure to comply with all building legislation and standards;
- Communicate with the clients effectively. We would rather over-communicate than under-communicate;
- Prepare a proper timeline for all projects;
- Develop contingency plans in advance to mitigate potential risks-just in case an item on the critical path is delayed;
- Develop, implement and update WHS manual as per Act;
- interpreting residential building plans as well as inclusions specified on plans;
- Should be vigilant in forecasting the risk problems before commencing at work\set appointments as required;
- Develop solutions to make sure that issues never become problems;
- Ensure all contractors and subcontractors follow all WHS policies and procedures.