Construction Project Manager in Norwalk

Job DescriptionJob Description

A. Pappajohn Company is seeking a full-time Project Manager to lead field construction on assigned projects and buildings, supporting our President and Project Executives in achieving both project and company goals. This role is ideal for a hands-on construction professional with deep commercial and high-rise experience who thrives on keeping complex projects on schedule, on budget, and built right.

FIELD & TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

•      Bring thorough experience in commercial and high-rise construction, with a strong understanding of all construction trades and practices

•      Read blueprints and mechanical drawings with proficiency

•      Perform quantity take-offs, measurements, and material lists

•      Assist with estimates and schedules for commercial buildings, including multi-family and retail projects

SCHEDULING, BUDGET & COST CONTROL

•      Master-schedule procurement and trades to keep the project on track against production goals

•      Partner with the Scheduler to prepare new schedules and update existing ones

•      Apply value engineering and cost controls throughout the project lifecycle

•      Operate with the understanding that time is of the essence on every project

•      Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices, and support client billing

DOCUMENTATION & COORDINATION

•      Request RFIs and submittals, and maintain SK logs

•      Write, review, and revise trade scopes of work as needed

•      Establish, maintain, and enforce detailed procedures for the submittal, review, coordination, approval, and distribution of shop drawings, samples, and related materials

•      Maintain complete project engineering files — subcontract and bid package records, plans, specifications, changes, clarifications, and as-built documents

•      Expedite vendor estimates and proposals, and prepare company estimates, proposals, and change orders for submission to architects, agents, and/or owners

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION

•      Communicate regularly and professionally with trades and subcontractors

•      Interact professionally across company departments, including estimating, accounting, scheduling, and operations

•      Schedule and run project meetings, prepare minutes, and follow up on outstanding tasks

•      Oversee Superintendents' daily activities, job logs, and job updates

•      Coordinate punch lists with Superintendents by trade

•      Recruit and train qualified personnel, trades, and vendors

•      Interface with municipal agencies as needed to maintain positive relationships in support of project needs

QUALITY & SAFETY

•      Maintain and oversee quality control, with a goal of delivering high-quality projects with zero defects at closing

•      Coordinate photography with Superintendents and ensure it's uploaded weekly to the server and/or construction software

•      Hold current OSHA certification(s) and adhere to all project safety requirements

TOOLS & REQUIREMENTS

•      Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, along with strong verbal and written communication skills

•      Proficiency with Sage 100 Construction, Building Connected, Procore, and estimating software

•      Reliable use of a personal vehicle to travel to project sites

•      Willingness to take on additional assignments as needed by A. Pappajohn Company

\nCompany Description

Mid size construction management firm located in Fairfield County.

Company DescriptionMid size construction management firm located in Fairfield County.