Entry Level Project Construction Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

 Construction Manager - Food and Beverage Construction Project

The purpose of this position is to provide effective management for all assigned projects achieving the goals of safety, budget compliance, schedule compliance and customer satisfaction while adhering to company standards, processes, and objectives.  
To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Essential Responsibilities

Provide onsite project management and supervision for projects at remote locations as needed 
Be able to effectively communicate and coordinate with the field supervisory staff, field engineers, assistant project managers, subcontractors and vendors.
Along with the Project Superintendent, serve as the company's primary representative for assigned projects.
Maintain a professional working relationship with the owner, engineer, subcontractors and suppliers.
Cooperate with Senior Project Managers and the Vice President in efforts to standardize company construction management procedures.
Promote and assist in the advancement of computer knowledge of the field supervision.
Implement the standard Project Management Procedures adopted by the company for all assigned projects.
Ensure that Project Superintendents maintain good quality daily logs, as-built drawings and other project related documentation.
Interface with the Project Superintendent to ensure proper development opportunities for Field Engineers and Foremen.
Financial Responsibilities 
Assume responsibility for the total and profitable management of assigned projects; from budget and scheduling stage to final punch list and completion, to include all coordination of design, purchasing and field production.
Be knowledgeable about prevailing wage law and worker classification guidelines.
Assign the applicable job cost accounts and approve A/P invoices for payment.
Procurement Responsibilities
Possess a good working knowledge of standard contract language used in the construction industry.
Become familiar with all aspects of the plans, technical specifications and contract language for assigned projects.
Solicit supplier and subcontractor quotes for those supplies and services not committed by the Estimator.  For large and/or technical solicitations use a well written Request for Proposal.
Issue written Purchase Orders in a timely manner to protect quoted pricing and to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet the project schedule.
Issue written Subcontract Agreements in a timely manner to protect quoted pricing and to ensure that the subcontractor's materials and crew are available to meet the project schedule.
Prepare Purchase Orders and Subcontracts in a manner which protects the interest of the company and binds the vendor on price, schedule, quality, safety, documentation, manufacturer services, warranty, spare parts, etc.
Workforce Responsibilities
Coordinate with the HR Department and Project Managers to secure the necessary craft and supervision to progress and complete projects in accordance with the schedule and contract requirements. 
Assist the Project Superintendent in coordinating with foreman and craft workers for reassignments to and from assigned projects.
Cooperate with the HR Department and Project Managers for the equitable distribution of human resource talent across all Company projects. 

Administrative Responsibilities
Maintain the electronic filing system in accordance with standard company procedure for assigned projects. 
Maintain contact information in Procore for the owner, engineer, subcontractors and vendors.
Ensure timely completion of a thorough shop drawing submittal log including the applicable plan sheet, specifications, location, etc.
Perform a thorough review of all shop drawing submittals to ensure compliance with the plans and technical specifications and provide overall management of the shop drawing submittal process. 
Ensure that the necessary directional and promotional signs are posted on site.
Ensure that the appearance and condition of the site present a favorable image to the client and public.
Coordinate with the Project Superintendent in decisions and assignments regarding crew size, equipment type, and construction technique.
Ensure well documented coordination with the Owner and Engineer regarding technical issues and general correspondence.
Develop a plan for temporary facilities and access to the project.
Develop detailed work plans for complex projects.
Ensure daily coordination and communication with the Project Superintendent.
Check daily timesheets to ensure proper cost codes, worker classifications, class codes, workers compensation codes and to ensure compliance with applicable overtime and holiday requirements.
Coordinate equipment startup services with the equipment manufacturer and/or vendor.
Assemble the project O&M manual and distribute it to the Project Superintendent prior to installation of the equipment.
Submit the final O&M manual including start up reports, warranties, etc. to the owner and engineering near the end of the project.
Ensure the timely closeout of assigned projects.
Arrange for timely delivery and return of required rental equipment.

Scheduling Responsibilities
Meet with the Project Superintendent weekly for schedule review.
Update the progress schedule at appropriate intervals and distribute to field supervision.
Coordinate with the Project Superintendent as necessary to complete the project on time and on budget.
Coordinate with subcontractors to ensure progress is consistent with the schedule. 
Ensure receipt of certificates of substantial and final completion in a timely manner.
Develop the project schedule and incorporate the labor budget, procurement lead times and contract dates.
Safety Responsibilities
Conduct monthly job site safety audits to confirm compliance with company policies.
Coordinate with the Project Superintendent and Field Engineer to ensure that safety issues are resolved in a timely manner.
Ensure compliance with OSHA safety requirements and maintain proper safety reports and policies on site.
Ensure adherence to the Substance Abuse program and all company policies.
Meetings
Weekly Safety & Quality Control Meeting
Weekly Productivity and Cost Management Meeting
Learning Lunches
Bi - Monthly Virtual Supervisor's Training Session
Weekly Staffing Meeting
Daily Job Site Safety Audit
Job Turnover Meeting
Preconstruction Meeting
Weekly Progress Meeting
Job Closeout Meeting

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Prior construction management experience with large-scale projects of $5 to $50 (plus) million involving some or all of the following: site work, foundations, structural steel, process equipment, material handling equipment, process piping, pre-engineered metal buildings and subcontractor management preferred.  Wastewater treatment plant experience is also preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Able to identify project impacting critical issues and challenges
• Ability to negotiate with and manage subs and/or vendors
• Ability to read, understand and interpret agreements, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
• Thorough understanding of schedules, project budgets, submittals, change orders, and job costing
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to be able to effectively communicate and coordinate with the field supervisory staff, field engineers, assistant project managers, subcontractors and vendors
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office computer applications and basic AutoCAD required; Procore experience a plus
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future

Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering or equivalent background
Substantial knowledge of the construction industry
Ten years of construction experience
Ability to communicate and manage projects effectively
Physical Requirements

• Ability to work from a jobsite office environment & computer for long periods of time
• Ability to visit the worksite and monitor and manage assigned project(s)
• Frequently walk and stand for extended periods (8-12 hours per day) across large, uneven job sites 
• Navigate rough and uneven terrain including dirt, gravel, mud, rebar, and elevated work areas
• Climb and maintain body balance at heights, on  ladders, scaffolding, stairs, and structural steel as needed
• Lift and carry objects and tools weighing up to 50 pounds

Other

Travel will be required; requires a valid driver's license and a good driving record
Overtime, weekends, and some holidays will be required
Management Discretion:  The job duties and requirements that this document describes may be altered or supplemented at any time at the sole discretion of Robinson Construction. 

Robinson Construction is a Design-Build General Contractor specializing in the completion of process-intense manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. Our clients include heavy industrial, manufacturing; food grade processing plants, chemical and processing; power and renewable energy; healthcare facilities, and mining industries, as well as federal, state, and municipal agencies.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.

This document does not create an employment contract, either express or implied.  All employment is employment-at-will.

Robinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We will provide equal opportunity to all applicants and prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Applicants are treated on the basis of their job-related qualifications, ability and performance.