Construction Project Manager
Job description
United Disabilities Services Foundation (UDSF) is a non-profit organization committed to helping seniors, veterans and people with disabilities lead more independent and fulfilling lives. In our over 54 years, we’ve developed a wide variety of services and programs that improve quality of life and expand boundaries – including in-home personal care, accessible home modifications, care management, service dogs, custom wheelchair seating and more. Today, over 450 caring, dedicated employees proudly serve people with disabilities and our senior population.
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Project Manager –ASB will work under the direction of the Operations Manager - ASB. The Project Manager will: schedule and coordinate project construction processes; ensure jobs are put into production immediately upon approval and manage the quick turn around of multiple, and coordinate all service for construction projects along with punch list items and sign offs required to initiate the billing process. Responsible for coordinating service calls and emergency servicing of accessibility equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is comprised of the following major areas:
1. Project Management
a) Reviews received funding source approval authorizations and dispatches General Contractors to construction sites.
b) Evaluate quality of workmanship on all home renovation and accessibility equipment projects
c) Ability to direct general contractors when corrective action is required
d) Provide technical assistance to General Contractors on proper installation methods for specialty accessibility fixtures and equipment
e) Ensure completion performance timeframes are met by General Contractors on all jobs.
f) Coordinate contractors so there are no delays in between steps of the construction process whenever possible.
g) Maintains communication with consumer during project, and serves as liaison between consumer, contractor and Service Coordinator
h) Accept all calls from consumers after business hours to ensure consumer is safe and the project is proceeding as planned. The consumer’s needs must be addressed immediately and consistently.
i) Troubleshoots design issues during and post construction and creates solutions to ensure safety and accessibility for participant; coordinates with Evaluators, Designers and Service Coordinators as needed to resolve issues.
2 Compliance and Documentation
a) Manages compliance documentation for each project
b) Assures all preliminary customers, landlord and township approvals have been obtained; obtains funding approval documentation.
c) Obtains all permit documentation.
d) Directs others to perform quality assurance on-site reviews and gathers project completion documentation.
e) Maintains licensure compliance, insurance compliance, maintains dealership agreements and gathers inspection documentation.
3. Commitment to customer service to fulfill agency mission and values.
a) Implements quality assurance measures with a focus on continuous improvement.
b) Responds to all written and verbal inquiries from employees and outside contacts in a prompt manner.
c) Displays courteous and professional decorum in all interactions.
d) Manages information in a confidential and professional manner at all times.
e) Maintains a professional appearance and acts as a role model for other staff members.
f) Promotes a team environment by participating in employee-related activities.
4. Adheres to all agency and departmental-specific policies and work rules including but not limited to:
a) Complies with OSHA and safety regulations.
b) Achieves agency attendance standards.
c) Attends a minimum of one job-related in-service annually.
d) Understands and adheres to the structure of UDSF and works effectively within the chain of command.
e) Notifies supervisor if schedule changes are necessary due to illness or other circumstances.
5. Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
High School Diploma or GED and 2 years construction industry experience; or, a 2 or 4 year post-secondary degree in construction management, drafting, design, architecture, building science, construction science or related field.
· Thorough knowledge of construction techniques, building codes and structural building elements.
· Previous professional experience in residential bathroom remodeling preferred.
· Demonstrated ability to work successfully with people who are disabled or elderly and their families is preferred.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
· Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, analyzes information, and develops budgets. Ability to problem solve and make decisions independently.
· Ability to use and manage computerized software and database systems.
· Ability to maintain a high degree of integrity, loyalty and honesty; not divulge to outside parties information of a confidential nature pertaining to the company's operations or bids.
· Ability to communicate in a professional manner with Owners, Inspectors, Architects, Manufacturer/Distributor Reps, department staff and others having a direct interest in a project being constructed.
· Ability to make accurate quantity surveys and to estimate the cost of materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor's work, ascertaining that all areas have been accounted for prior to submitting estimate for review.
*Must be willing to travel to multiple counties within PA with company vehicle. Must have off-street parking available for company vehicle
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Following COVID-19 precautions.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Project management: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple Locations
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