Project Manager

DescriptionPROJECT MANAGER POSITION SUMMARY

Okland is looking for a Project Manager to lead overall administration and technical direction of commercial construction projects and/or multiple projects totaling over $45 Million in Revenue. This position will collaborate closely with internal and external team members including consultants, A/E professionals, owners, and trade partners while continually striving to elevate the construction process through creating remarkable experiences for all involved.

ABOUT US

Founded in 1918, Okland Construction operates as a regional general contracting and construction management company with now nearly 1,000 employees and growing. It supervises the architectural, engineering, bidding, contracting, building, inspection from the beginning to the end of the project and specializes in concrete self-preform on large commercial scale.

LOCATION

North Phoenix, Arizona

WHY OKLAND?

• A people focused culture united by our shared values
• Progressive leadership
• Growth, training, and development opportunities
• Competitive salary rates
• Generous PTO
• Health, Life, & Disability Insurance
• 401k with company match
• Employee Recognition and Rewards
• Employee Referral Program
• Company Bonus eligibility
• A commitment to delivering the most remarkable experience for all stakeholders

• Responsible for ensuring that the project is completed on-time, within budget, and constructed with superior quality and safety.
• Visits each project site prior to the commencement of construction, and video records all areas that might by impacted by the construction.
• Coordinates with the superintendent to regularly update self-performed work and ensure that the proper fees are being applied.
• Reviews and ensures request for information (RFI) log is current, and follows up to ensure record drawings and as-builts are updated and maintained.
• Reviews RFI's, ASI's, CCD's, etc. , with the project team to ensure that answers are received in a timely manner from the owner and architect.
• Prepares for, attends, and represents the company in applicable meetings including, but not limited to, the following: job "kick off"; weekly project; monthly project status review (PSR); owner-architect-contractor (OAC).
• Manages the job closeout process from day one of project. This includes, but is not limited by the following: ensure financial obligations to subcontractors are settled within 30 days of substantial, and that the final payment is received within 60 days.
• Ensures that the operations & maintenance (O&M) manuals are compiled and submits them in accordance with contract documents.
• Follows job start-up procedures, including completion of the new project checklist.
• Ensures-along with the superintendent-that the project site and construction activities are being constantly documented in writing and in photos, and that they are properly stored electronically.
• Ensures a storm water protection plan is in place at the onset of every project, that the notice of intent has been filed, and that the plan is maintained and updated on a weekly basis.
• Coordinates and communicates closely with the owner, architects, and subcontractors to eliminate any issues before they become problems.
• Reviews and works through negotiations of the prime contract with the owner.
• Ensures the pre-punch list and final punch lists, and ensures they are distributed and maintained on a regular basis, and completed in a timely fashion.
• Assists the owner and architect to obtain building permit and other permits, as required; also coordinates and acquires all insurance, bonds, etc. , as required by the owner.
• Maintains relationship with the owner to ensure all warranty issues are identified, documented, and resolved in a timely manner.
• Markets the company to the owner and design team, and engages the business development department in pursuing future opportunities.
• Assists business development and preconstruction in possible project pursuit opportunities
• Seeks input from staff on how to improve process, project, company, etc.
• Seeks to learn changes in the industry.
• Ensures project safety policies, procedures, and company & OSHA standards are being enforced by the project team and that weekly safety meetings are being held.
• Supports the superintendent to ensure responsible person coverage in place for after-hours work.
• Ensures plan and resources are in place to execute effectively all BIM services including concrete coordination drawings, clash coordination, etc. according to the Okland BIM Execution Guide

• Coordinates with the superintendent to use P6 scheduling software and to take ownership of the project schedule to press the project team to meet schedule demands and to meet milestones.
• Manages the risk exposure process and accounts for all possible unforeseen time impacts to the schedule.

• Mentors and encourages subordinate growth and development, and builds the morale of all project team members through positive reinforcement, feedback, etc.
• Works with the project team to establish goals and develop accountability.
• Able to create an open, trusting, inclusive team and inspire them to eagerly work together
• Schedules, prepares, and conducts performance evaluations of staff members giving constructive, thorough feedback.
• Leads and ensures team has work/life and team balance through good communication, visualization of work plan, daily huddles, and team health
• Conducts regular staff meetings for coordination and development of staff and resolution of critical issues.
• Assists the project team to have good neighbor relations around jobsites.

• Ensures all purchases, orders, and invoices are properly coded and administered according to Okland's policy.
• Reviews the established budget estimate and bid, and assists the estimator and job cost accountant with setting up the proper codes and organization of the job cost report.
• Assists the job cost accountant with the preparation and review of subcontract supplements and monthly pay applications to ensure that subcontractors are billing the proper percent complete on work items and that they are not over billing. Reviews this information with superintendents.
• Reviews the job status reports, on a monthly basis, with the project director and team.
• Updates projections on income and all cost codes and provides reports to the project accountant.
• Manages the change order process effectively and efficiently by tracking and ensuring all costs are included and accurate and that the owner and architect are aware of potential cost impacts.
• Manages and tracks allowances accurately for the owner.