Construction Project Manager

Finmarc Management, Inc., based in Bethesda, MD is a fully integrated commercial real estate company with over 6,000,000 square feet of retail, flex, industrial, warehouse and office space in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. We are looking for an experienced Construction Project Manager to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. You will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.

An excellent Construction Project Manager will be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and be able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind and great organizational skills.

The goal will be to ensure all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with engineers, architects etc. to determine the specifications of the project
• Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
• Oversee the approval of all permits and licenses from appropriate authorities
• Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
• Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
• Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities
• Supervise the work of laborers, mechanics etc. and give them guidance when needed
• Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports
• Manage job sites for both new construction, tenant improvements and remodeling projects
• Create schedules for construction crew and ensure all projects are fully staffed
• Create and manage the budgets for each project, including supplies, materials, and labor
• Oversee subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality standards are met
• Ensure safety guidelines are followed on all job sites
• Maintain constant communication with senior management, leasing, and management during all phases of each project.
• Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues

Experience:

• Proven 5 years of experience as a construction project manager.
• In-depth understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
• Familiarity with quality and health and safety standards
• Strong proficiency in MS Office
• Familiarity with construction/ project management software
• Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• A team player with leadership abilities
• BS/BA in architecture, engineering, building science or relevant field