Senior Construction Manager at Mentor IMC Group

Position Scope 

• Responsible for implementing the preconstruction, construction, commissioning and project closeout phases of a development project with an emphasis on establishing and maintaining project controls and completing projects in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• must have demonstrated skills in negotiating, coordinating and directing work of subcontractors, and in developing strong working relationships with general contractor personnel, subcontractors, inspectors, and other related parties.

Principle Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee construction projects from conception to completion while monitoring compliance with safety and building regulations.
• Coordinate subcontractors and the construction team to meet contractual conditions of performance.
• Prepare external and internal reports relating to job status, daily progress, estimates, and deliverables.
• Negotiate agreement terms, manage construction contract drafts, bid on projects, and obtain permits to analyse and mitigate risks.
• Communicate with the responsible parties to ensure quality construction exceeds company standards and proper industry techniques and processes are utilized, while ensuring the client's needs and wants are efficiently met.
• Review projects daily to ensure quality construction standards exist and estimates remain within budget.
• Supervise construction projects to ensure they are completed on time and exceed the customer's requirements.
• Work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment to plan and coordinate all aspects of the building process from hiring contractors to working with engineers, architects, and vendors
• Technical Effort Management - Establish Project Quality plan and construction methods statements.
• Responsible for managing technical risks throughout the projects.
• Communicates and enforces Coding standards and Projects specifications.
• Performs Code & Specifications reviews.
• Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
• Implement tools for: planning, document control, site material follow-up, material take off, and physical progress.
• Manage the quality control team
• Communication - Facilitates team and client meetings effectively.
• Holds regular status meetings with the Project departments.
• Keeps Project team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news.
• Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
• Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
• Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.

Experience/ Qualifications

• Excellent resource, planning, and time management skills
• Superior management and delegation capabilities
• High level of financial responsibilities
• Preferred: Leadership, project, and time management skills
• Previous internship on a construction job
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Able to manage team of employees and multiple projects
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Goal-oriented and organized leadership
• Able to analyse problems and strategize for better solutions
• In-depth understanding of the construction industry
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project and experience with Project Management software preferred
• Organized and able to create multiple timelines, budgets, and schedules
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal building code regulations
• Able to build solid relationships with team members, vendors, and customers
• Ability to understand situations (strategic pertinence and anticipation)
• Dynamic
• Good communication skills (ability to understand and make himself/herself understood)
• Strong Leadership and communication skills required Teamwork
• Client Management
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, Architecture or related field from an accredited university
• Three years' experience as a construction manager or in a similar position in construction management.