Project Manager

About CSM Group:

CSM Group is a nationally ranked, safety-focused, and talent-driven organization that delivers professional services through project and program services, construction management, and technology. Our tailored delivery models are solutions based and make the capital planning and construction process better, faster, and value-driven.

Our innovative approach blends behavioral safety leadership and technology with collaborative, efficient processes that boost our clients’ speed to market. We expertly manage projects nationally in the food and beverage, life sciences, technology, energy and renewables, industrial manufacturing, and healthcare markets, as well as education and commercial property projects in our local communities.

Our clients include global pharmaceutical, biotechnology, packaged and consumer goods, oil and gas, and food manufacturing companies who rely on CSM Group for our extensive technical capabilities and customized services to ensure certainty of successful outcomes.

SUMMARY:

The Project Manager (PM) provides leadership, direction, and oversight during all phases of construction around a fully operational jobsite. The PM will assist with organizing and overseeing the construction process and ensuring projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner. The PM is involved in all phases of the construction process: preconstruction, construction, and post-construction. The Project Manager coordinates construction efforts, predicts, and resolves conflicts before they impact the project, and delivers timely and cost-effective solutions for our clients.

This position leads and manages projects from a financial and constructability perspective.  The PM ensures that the Owner’s highest expectations are met by delivering all projects on time, within budget and in a safe manner. 

This is a full time FLSA exempt position.  It requires at least 40 hours per week with the ability to work more if necessary.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preconstruction (10%)
  • Develops scopes of Work
  • Identifies Phasing Plan/Schedule
  • Acts as the Gate Keeper of Bidders Request for Information (BRFI’s)
  • Prepares & monitors Submittal Log
• Construction (85%)
  
  • Coordinates construction activities including workers, materials, and equipment.
  • Ensures on time delivery of key project initiatives.
  • On-site troubleshooting and/or technical support of priority operational opportunities. Includes the ability to lead and participate in root cause problem-solving exercises in high pressure environment to arrive at and implement the correct technical solution.
  • Ensures that all construction specifications, standards and quality expectations are met or exceeded.
  • Utilizing OSHA construction and general industry regulations, ensures that projects are installed in a safe manner
  • Ensures cash flow is managed for assigned sites and projects. Assists in processing cost issues.
  • Leads, develops and implements projects per site master plans in the best interest of owner.
  • Maintains daily log of construction activities and upload to Procore.
  • Reviews and monitors schedules to ensure project deadlines/tasks are being completed on-time.
• Post Construction (5%)
  • Assists in Closeout Documentation- As built Drawings.
  • Follows Up on Warranty Items.
  • Meets established deadlines and / or goals.
  • Advises key stakeholders of unavoidable delays.
  • Takes initiative and does whatever it takes to achieve goals.

MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering or a related construction degree; or equivalent years of transferable field experience.
• 5 years of project management experience in the commercial and/or industrial environment.
• In-depth understanding of forecasting, budgeting, planning, design, schedule and scope management.
• Strong and flexible management skills with ability to adapt to changes and workloads.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills where they can delegate tasks, motivate others, and manage priorities in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Enthusiasm and Willingness to work with multiple personality types.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• MIOSHA 30-Hr. Training
• Minimum Training on utilizing Equipment (i.e., man lifts, hi-low, cranes)
• Technology competent in using the following Software: MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, MS PowerPoint

Valued, but not required

• LEED-AP and/or WELL-AP preferred - 2 years of proven track recording managing projects achieving a high level of environmental performance
• STSC certification
• Proficient with Construction Management software (i.e., Procore)

BENEFITS FOR THIS POSITION INCLUDE:

• CSM Group offers competitive wages and benefits, including:
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Parental Leave Policy
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance

Physical Demands - Jobsite

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to, drive to and from the jobsite, sit, talk and/or hear. A major portion of the employee’s tasks requires extensive walking around the jobsite.  The employee is frequently required to use hands to handle tools and for fine motor coordination such as computer work. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and/or crawl. The employee must also occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment - Jobsite

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently inspect the project and may be exposed to ongoing construction and various weather conditions. Work environment involves moderate risks which may require safety precautions. The noise level in the work environment may range from quiet to loud.  The proper use of Personnel Protective Equipment may be required on the jobsite.

This Position Description reflects the position’s essential functions and does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

CSM Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will receive equal opportunity consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, height, weight, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, qualified veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.