Our Client, a leader in commercial real estate and facilities/asset management is seeking to add a Construction Project Manager to its team. This role will work onsite in West Chester, PA OR Spring House, PA and works Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm. This is a contract to hire role that pays $55-58 per hour. Upon conversion this role offers increased compensation,an annual bonus plan, and a strong benefit package.

The purpose of this position is to monitor construction projects for clients, with direct accountability for project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Review contractors’ direct cost payment requisitions and budget status, review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance, review of change orders, review of Developer’s monthly Job Cost Reports, opine on adequacy of contingency, review of construction and disbursement schedules, review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
• Prepare Project Status Reports and recommend the release of construction funds.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering best practices.
• Analyze the Developer’s direct and indirect cost budget including cost estimate back-up and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group performing parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs and review of supporting documentation submitted by the Developer, contractor and subcontractors.
• Review and make relevant comments concerning the terms of the construction agreement, the submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreement as well as review both Contractor and Architect’s qualification statements.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted document including but not limited to: zoning approvals, certified surveys, building permits and approvals, utility company approval letters, soil and foundation engineering reports, and designer’s certification of code and ADA compliance.
• Prepare Construction Risk Assessment Reports.

Qualifications:

• 4 years of construction administration, architecture, engineering or similar experience.
• Bachelors' Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficient
• Microsoft Project experience
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
• Knowledge in leases, contracts, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements.
• Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building types and systems.