Project Manager - Development & Construction

ABOUT US:

Dair Development is a full-service real estate development, asset management, and advisory company. Currently, we are involved in the development and construction of over 2 million square feet and 1,500 residential unit across the united states.

OPPORTUNITY:

Dair Development is seeking a project manager with a construction/architecture/engineering background to assist in all technical disciplines of our construction/development projects from start to finish. You will schedule, plan, forecast, and manage all activities to assure project accuracy and quality from conception to completion. This role will work on a mix of projects where Dair serves as the developer or construction advisor.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Serve as primary point of contact on construction advisory projects on behalf of debt and equity investors
• Produce monthly project status reports to Ownership or Lenders and direct daily client communication
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor construction, review contractors' requisitions for payment and recommend the release of construction funds
• Construction management and administration (managing RFI’s, Submittals, Shop Drawings, Change Orders, etc.)
• Oversee the construction administration of the project architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and tenants. Keep and maintain detailed records of construction administration duties.
• Review of drawings and design details for completeness and best practices.
• Review and assess construction design schedules and agreements
• Review, process and manage monthly contracts requisitions, payment applications, change orders and other contractual management requirements.
• Responsible for purchase orders, budget adherence, and all project-related costs
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements.
• Create, maintain and coordinate project schedules.
• Manage single or multiple projects at various stages of development.
• Coordinate, manage and negotiate with different municipalities all permits requirements and jurisdictional approvals. Observe general compliance of as-built conditions with the contract drawings and specifications.
• Review construction schedules, trade payment breakdowns, job cost reports, and payment requisitions.
• Establish and communicate deadlines for project completion.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
• 5-7 years of experience in construction administration, architecture, engineering, construction management or similar experience.
• Detail oriented, strong aptitude in computer skills, communication skills and grammatical skills
• Knowledge of the local permitting process and construction delivery methods and Agreements.
• Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook and MS Project
• Must be fluent in English (Required)
• Initiative / Self- Motivation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• This role will required to be either onsite or in office (Midtown, NYC)

Salary 125K - 150K bonus, 401K, medical, etc.