Project Manager

Responsibilities

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall supervision of those projects which are assigned to him/her to assure that the project conforms to the contractual agreement the firm has made to the client, and that the project is completed within the allocated period of time and within the budget that has been assigned.

Typical Duties
The following duties are typical of the position but are not all encompassing. Each person is expected to assist in whatever duties are required to deliver a quality product on schedule.
1. Receives project assignments from the group leaders.
2. Participates in preparing proposals.
3. Participate in presentations to clients.
4. Participates in preparation of contractual agreement with client.
5. Understand the requirements of the contract with the client.
6. Develops project task list to define scope of work.
7. Budgets and schedules each task of the project task list.
8. Participates in the selection of the project team.
9. Assigns project tasks, budgets, and schedule to team members.
10. Answers questions and gives daily guidance to team.
11. Responsible for the accuracy and quality of all technical work.
12. Monitors project tasks to maintain budget, schedule and scope of work.
13. Requests and obtains approval before performing services outside scope of work.
14. Reviews invoices before distribution to client.
15. Assists in collection of past-due accounts receivable.
16. Recognizes problems quickly and seeks advice from the group leaders.
17. Develops technical competence of project team members.
18. Responsible for written work submitted to the client.
19. Maintains contact with the client during the project and after project completion.
20. Promotes use of and participates in the development of company design and production standards.
21. Maintains neat and orderly work area which will allow access to project information to other team members.

Soft Skills

A Project Manager must maintain a satisfactory client relationship. The Project Manager must be able to relate to clients in a mature, thoughtful, professional and pleasant manner. The development of technical skills of subordinates is also a part of the position, and this requires empathy, patience, understanding and a genuine interest in others. Promotes interdepartmental communications and cooperation.

Qualifications

1. Design or project management experience totaling a minimum of eight (10) years.
2. Bachelor of Engineering Degree or a vocational-technical degree.
3. Mechanical Project Managers must have a general understanding of mechanical systems, including plumbing, fire protection, heating, ventilating, air conditioning and temperature controls. Electrical Project Managers must have a general understanding of all electrical systems including electrical distribution, lighting and special systems.
4. Must understand all appropriate codes.
5. Must have the ability to utilize computer systems as a tool to effectively manage projects. Must understand CAD operations.
6. Must keep current in their job specialty through continuing education.
7. Must be capable of managing multiple projects and multiple project teams.
8. Must have developed the following skills: job knowledge, communication, leadership, planning, teamwork, decision-making, judgment and problem solving.

Benefits

401(k), Health insurance, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Family leave, Paid time off
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