Construction Project Manager - Retail

Job Summary

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and successful completion of construction projects from pre-construction to post-construction, following the Conlon Construction Co processes. On many projects, the project manager is the face of and the representative for Conlon Construction Co, with both the Owner and Architect. The Project Manager participates in the development of projects and oversees their organization, budgeting, scheduling, and implementation. The Project Manager ensures all assigned staff execute project strategy and assists with overcoming challenges while establishing and maintaining positive relationships with subcontractors, clients, and stakeholders associated with each construction project.

This role will work with the retail construction division on retail / big box store projects.

Work Environment

Conlon believes in collaboration, team building, and a strong supervisor/employee relationship. To accomplish this, the duties of this role cannot be fully performed in a remote capacity, and we expect this position will work primarily in a Conlon office/job site location.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The duties in this job description are not all-inclusive; additional duties may be assigned.

Duties/Responsibilities

Preconstruction

• Prepare job setup worksheets for general information, revenue budget creation, and cost budget creation.
• Create, maintain, and execute the project in the project management software.
• Maintains accurate database in project management software.
• Apply for builder's permits and builder's risk policy (if required) to ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Review and approve subcontract work scope.
• Generate commitments documents for subcontractors and purchase orders.
• Participates in pre-construction hand off meeting.
• Conduct operations kick-off meetings with key stakeholders.
• Develop a project-specific responsibility matrix to clarify roles and responsibilities.
• Works with the pre-construction department to originate project schedule using Project Management Software.

Construction

• Set up and maintain sharable project directory for effective project collaboration and document management.
• Maintain project file and specifications, including photos, contracts, etc.
• Conduct regular project status meetings to update stakeholders on project progress.
• Communicates with owners regarding status updates.
• Manage and maintain the master schedule throughout the project duration, using Microsoft Project.
• Supports project superintendent to implement and reinforce jobsite safety.
• Review and process general submittals and shop drawings.
• Implement a procurement log and tracking system to ensure timely material procurement.
• Ensures RFI’s are created, processed and/or completed
• Manage the owner and subcontractor change order process.
• Validates and participates in preinstallation meetings
• Lead internal project kick-off meetings, OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) kick-off meetings and conduct regular OAC and subcontractor progress meetings.
• Have a sound understanding of contracts.
• Helps to coordinate the VDC process of the project. 
• Create, manage, and understand financial reports.
• Keep accurate and up to date coding of issued Company credit card.
• Compile owner billings in a timely manner. 

Post-Construction

• Oversee the closeout (exit strategy) agenda and chair the final project meetings.
• Ensure the timely assembly and submission of operation and maintenance manuals, warranty materials, and as-built documentation.
• Conduct postmortem meetings to evaluate project outcomes and identify areas for improvement.

Supervision of Others

• Oversee a team of professionals, which may include Superintendents, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Coordinators.
• Provide guidance, delegate tasks, and maintain effective communication to achieve project goals efficiently.
• Review/audit timekeeping for direct reports to ensure time is accurately recorded and allocated to correct jobsites and phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related field is preferred.
• 5 years' of construction experience; with experience in retail and big box store projects is preferred.
• A Valid Driver License is required. 

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing is required.
• Mobility: Construction Project Managers may need to move around construction sites to inspect progress, ensure quality control, and meet with various stakeholders. This may involve walking, climbing stairs, and navigating uneven terrain.
• Manual dexterity and coordination are required. This position utilizes equipment such as a computer keyboard, mouse, calculator and similar devices.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and stressful environment.

Conlon offers the following benefits to Project Managers:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Established in 1903, Conlon Construction Co. is a fourth-generation, family-owned commercial construction company headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa. Conlon offers numerous contracting options to service clients’ needs throughout the United States, including Pre-Construction Services, General Construction, Construction Management, Building Maintenance, Historic Preservation, and Store Fixturing. Our diverse portfolio and long-term client history make us a sought-after employer. Conlon is committed to creating and fostering long-term relationships with our employees and the communities in which we live and work.

Conlon Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment offers are contingent upon the results of a post-offer drug screen, background check, and driving record check.