Site Construction Project Manager

Join one of the largest and most successful privately held commercial real estate firms in the nation. St. John Properties is distinguished by our commitment to customer service, achievements in green building, and top-rated workplace culture.

Job Summary:

To provide management and oversight for all phases of commercial construction projects, including but not limited to preconstruction bidding, estimating, and permitting, procurement and management of subcontractors, material and equipment, and ensuring that construction is per drawings and specifications while proceeding on schedule and within budget.

Job Duties / Roles / Responsibilities:

• Develops and prepares complete building and site development construction budgets, including but not limited performing material takeoffs, developing bid packages, compiling estimates, obtaining cut/fill analysis, etc.
• Solicits project bids and develops scopes of work for all trades, vendors, and suppliers.
• Prepares contracts and negotiates revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and contractors.
• Coordinates with Project Superintendent and contractors to develop project schedules. Updates and distribute project schedules regularly during construction.
• Provides management of every aspect of permit processing including completion of application, submission, addressing review comments, and follow-up through issuance of permit.
• Works with local utility service providers and contractors to request service, review design layout, and ensure utility service is received in a timely manner.
• Reviews, authorizes and tracks invoices. Collect release of liens and stored material documentation as required to process invoices.
• Is knowledgeable with all changing regulations & codes. Maintains construction standards that achieve compliance with local jurisdictional requirements while minimizing cost.
• Reviews drawings and specifications for completeness and accuracy
• Works with Project Superintendent to ensure contractors work is performed to the desired quality, compliant with all contract documents and jurisdictional requirements.
• Works with Project Superintendent to ensure contractors are adhering to all OSHA and jurisdictional safety requirements.
• Ensures proper communication and responsiveness with Base Building Construction team as well as other St. John Properties departments so that issues are resolved in a timely manner. Provide project updates and record/issue meeting minutes and agendas for weekly progress meetings.
• Works closely with St. John Properties Property Management department on project turnover and punch list. Address warranty issues or other construction-related efforts as needed.

Job Qualifications:

• Commercial construction experience – minimum of 5 years of experience with the management or supervision of construction projects.
• Knowledge of all construction trades.
• BS in civil engineering or a degree in engineering/construction management-related field from a four-year college or university.
• Strong working skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project, Powerpoint, etc.), Budgetrac and Nexus.
• Valid Vehicle Driver’s License and ability to routinely drive to all construction projects and business parks in region

*Regular attendance at the office and on jobsites is an essential function of the job.