Project Manager
(Level 1 Office & Field)

Job Description

CLASSIFICATION- Exempt

REPORTING TO- Operations Manager

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

The US Architectural Glass and Metal (USAGM) Project Manager (PM) is an important role within the Operations Management team. The position of Project Manager provides a fantastic experience in Project Management, Vendor Management, Blueprint Reading, Relationship Building, Schedule Management, Lessons Learned Management, and Cost controls, Paperwork management, Change Order Management and is well suited for anyone with a technical construction background that also enjoys interacting with customers. The Project Manager requires strong construction, leadership, organizational and diplomacy skills. The Project Manager is required to run multiple projects simultaneously completing them on time and under budget. Be able to delegate and manage Assistant Project Managers as a mentor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Support project managers, superintendents and field personnel.
Assist with planning and implementation of company projects and tasks associated.
Assist with client interaction and promote a positive partnering relationship among all team members associated.
Become familiar with Project Specifications
Assist with submission of shop drawings and product data for GC/architect review.
Create Purchase Orders for material procurement.
Assist with project team and perform weekly site visits.
Coordinate project scope by planning and scheduling.
Identifying, mitigating and managing risks associated with assigned projects.
Represent USAGM in project and strategy meetings.
Capable of working in a fast-paced environment
Simultaneously assist with multiple projects
Communicate effectively internally and externally.
Utilize and become proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and Procore.
Participate in training, educational seminars and classes as opportunities present themselves or as required by USAGM Management
Assistant Project Manager Level – 1 must work a minimum of 12 consecutive months in this roll prior to advancing to the Assistant Project Manager Level – 2 Status.
Collaborate with estimating team.
Become the main point of contact on new projects.
Begin Managing projects with oversite from their direct supervisor.
Will report to work in what is considered proper jobsite attire and represent (USAGM) in a professional appearance and manner.
Establish project objectives and, procedures that can measure performance standards that align with company policy and contract specifications.
Confer with supervisors and foremen to discuss such matters as work procedures and troubleshoot issues that present themselves.
Document labor hours for production and modify to meet budgets and schedules.
Mentor New Hires.
Understand the requirements, options and safety regarding lift equipment.
Prepare estimates with the estimating department and implement changes (COR) required by the owner, architect or general contractor.
Work with contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.
Buy out all Project specific supplies and materials to complete project.
Formulate reports concerning such areas as work progress, costs and scheduling.
Proactively coordinate with the GC, other trades and adjacent construction to allow uninterrupted flow of materials and manpower.
The PM will track and record field labor production and will modify or innovate to meet budgets and schedules.
Will have an astute understanding of construction schedules.
Will oversee production of fabrication drawings for material fabrication.
Is responsible for tracking and scheduling material, manpower and equipment orders. Proficient in Microsoft Project or other scheduling programs
Will attend or delegate attendance of weekly site and safety meetings.
Coordinate Fabrication Tickets on all Shop / Vendor Fabrication
Will enforce the (USAGM) mission statement.
Will review and abided by (USAGM) employee handbook.
Project Manager Level – 1 must work a minimum of 12 consecutive months in this roll prior to advancing to the Project Manager Level – 2 Status.

COMPETENCIES

Communication Proficiency.
Leadership
Mathematical Skills
Mechanical Knowledge
Project Management
Teamwork Orientation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Influences others work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Hours of work are on Monday through Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm. This position occasionally requires hours outside of normal business hours as well as weekend work.

TRAVEL
Some overnight travel is expected for this position. There may be occasional local day travel.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree relating to project managing, architecture, engineering, construction managing degree or
5 years+ of project management experience.
Experience with glass curtain wall, storefront, metal panels, louvers and ornamental facades
An understanding of building construction techniques and sequencing
OSHA Safety training and certifications
Auto-CAD knowledge

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The employment policies and practices of the Company are to recruit and hire employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, age, sex or gender status, and to treat them equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.