Project Manager - Mechanical

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Company: Baker Roofing Company

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Description:

PURPOSE

Create and develop relationships supportive of the Baker Group mission statement with employees, internal and external clients. Under limited supervision, manages and administers the construction and delivery of new projects, to include contract preparation, on-site coordination, quality control, and all aspects of contract management. Maintain and grow the "Client for Life" concept for existing and new clients. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Manage material, manpower, and processes of mechanical projects
Purchase material, schedule work, estimate change orders, and contract sub-contractors
Execute assigned equipment projects and ensure assigned projects are executed profitably, accurately, on-time, within scope of contract, and in alignment with client expectations
Continuously develop relationships with existing clients and pursue opportunities which provide long-term client relationships and revenue opportunities
Participate in planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions for major construction projects; provide conceptual estimates, feasibility studies, and cost estimates, and may coordinate production of basic design plans and construction documents
Develop and administer project budgets and fiscal controls, contracts, and quality control provisions; perform project cost estimating and value engineering, as appropriate
Oversee aspects of day-to-day management of construction projects; monitor and coordinate work performed by architectural, engineering, and construction firms
Review and interpret proposed designs, architectural drawings, and building specifications for appropriateness to required function and/or institutional standard, and initiate revisions where appropriate; advise consultants and clients as to how best to achieve required results
Ensure project operations are in compliance with design specifications
Establish performance and delivery criteria, ensuring client requirements are met; prepare project specifications, and coordinate procurement
Authorize contract, purchase order, and change order issuances, approve contractor invoices for payment
Direct work sequencing to expedite project delivery and to minimize disruption of ongoing institutional operations
Inspect, approve, and accept completed projects, ensuring conformance to building and life safety codes, and architectural/engineering specifications
Represent Baker Group in business with clients, consultants, contractors, and other public and/or private agencies and organizations
Research and prepare operations, equipment, policy, procedure, and/or other issue reports
Act as account manager or single point of contact with clients during project execution
Estimate mechanical pipe work
Read and comprehend drawings, sketches, and contracts
Utilize computer estimating programs and accounting software programs

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or Civil/Mechanical Engineering OR
Five+ years of directly related experience to the duties and responsibilities specified
Construction knowledge required

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid driver's license

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Good vision and hearing
Solid organization, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Knowledge of contract language
Crisis management skills as well as personal management skills
Basic accounting knowledge
Computer skills
Ability to multi-task and be flexible
Moderately exposed to unusual elements and may require moderate physical activity

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

At any given time, may be exposed to:
Normal office conditions
Exposure to weather, heat, cold
Wet &/or humid
Vibration
Exposure to dust/fumes
Noise intensity - Loud
Exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals
In proximity to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to electrical shock
Working in high/exposed places

EQUIPMENT/TOOLS
Computer
Calculator
Tape measure
PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, safety boots, Hi-Vis vest)
Clothing: jeans, appropriate office shirt

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

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