POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Construction Project Manager oversees all aspects of new home construction projects from pre-construction through completion. This role is responsible for managing 10-15 simultaneous residential construction projects, overseeing the Site Supervisors, coordinating all trades and contractors, maintaining project budgets and schedules, and ensuring quality standards and safety compliance throughout the construction process.
DESIRED PERSONAL TRAITS:
- Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
- Strong coordinator and problem-solver with the ability to make quick, informed decisions in dynamic construction environments.
- Excellent communicator who can effectively interface with contractors, staff, homeowners, and community partners.
- Results-oriented with a commitment to quality, safety, and mission-driven construction.
- Proactive and self-directed with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement solutions.
- Collaborative team player who works effectively alongside the Director of Construction Strategy & Planning and other department leaders.
- Committed and enthusiastic about the organization's mission.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with competing priorities and tight deadlines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Project Management
- Oversees day-to-day coordination of 10-15 active home construction builds simultaneously.
- Works with the Director of Construction Strategy & Planning to develop master project budgets and oversees long-term budget planning for the construction department.
- Develops and maintains detailed construction schedules for all active projects, ensuring efficient sequencing and adherence to timelines.
- Oversight of Site Supervisors: communicating work assignments, reviewing timelines and tasks, and monitoring progress.
- Works with the Director of Construction Strategy & Planning to oversee all bidding processes and major contracting decisions.
- Coordinates all subcontractors, vendors, and trades to ensure timely project completion.
- Manages site layout, working directly with engineering, surveying, and road construction as needed.
- Conducts regular site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance.
- Tracks and manages individual project budgets from start to completion.
- Identifies and resolves construction challenges and delays in real-time.
- Ensures all projects meet quality standards and building code requirements.
- Coordinates inspections and ensures timely completion of all required approvals.
Contractor Management
- Creates detailed scopes of work for all contracted construction projects.
- Solicits quotes and proposals from qualified contractors for construction projects.
- Evaluates contractor bids and makes recommendations for contractor selection.
- Manages contractor relationships, performance, and accountability throughout projects.
- Coordinates contractor schedules across multiple simultaneous projects.
- Ensures contractors meet quality, safety, and timeline expectations.
- Processes contractor payments and change orders in coordination with finance staff.
Materials & Logistics
- Manages procurement of construction materials and supplies for active projects.
- Coordinates delivery schedules to ensure materials arrive when needed.
- Works with vendors to ensure cost-effective purchasing and the use of quality materials.
- Tracks material costs against project budgets.
Safety & Quality Control
- Works with the Director of Construction Strategy & Planning to develop and maintain comprehensive site safety programs and policies.
- Implements and enforces site safety protocols on all active construction projects.
- Conducts quality control inspections throughout the construction process.
- Identifies and addresses quality issues promptly.
- Ensures all work meets organizational construction standards and building codes.
Warranty Work
- Develops and maintains a system for warranty work requests and execution.
Special Projects
- Special assignments based on organizational need.
Other duties as assigned
