Project Manager (hospitals/higher ed/municipality)

Description

Kitchell is currently hiring for a Project Manager in Houston, Texas to contribute to the growth and success of our Texas market by maintaining positive relationships with clients and design teams, training and developing Kitchell employees to their fullest potential, and attaining the profitability objectives of the company. This employee will manage and control the total scope of services as defined in contract documents for one or multiple projects throughout Houston.

Our ideal candidates must have the ability to manage single or multiple projects up to $25 million and experience in any of the following markets:

• Higher Education
• Hospitals
• Municipality

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure all project estimates are prepared in accordance with the requirements of the project. Become familiar with each estimate to fully support its integrity.
• Review and monitor all design and construction phase documents for conformance with the budget, schedule and prime contract.
• Prepare instructions and coordinate bidding process; review subcontractor bids for conformance, qualifications and financial factors.
• Negotiate and prepare subcontracts, contract purchase orders, agreement change orders and change order requests.
• Ensure preparation and implementation of project chart of accounts.
• Confer with the Project Superintendent and the Scheduling Department to provide input for the pre-bid and master construction schedule.
• Review the subcontract pre-billing worksheet and monthly progress payment request; and monitor payment receipts and disbursements.
• Prepare monthly project forecasts, cost reports and construction billing forecasts and other monthly project reports as required.
• Supervise, mentor and conduct quarterly check-ins for all employees assigned to this position. Perform regular performance reviews as required by company policy.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years prior experience and a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture.
• OR a minimum of 8 years of work experience in the construction industry without a degree can be considered.

Travel Requirements

• Traveling is generally limited to the Houston metro and surrounding area
• Valid Drivers License with no suspensions or restrictions.
• Ability to drive a motorized vehicle