Construction Manager

Westminster Communities of Florida, a nationally recognized not-for-profit faith based organization, is searching for a highly qualified Construction Manager for our Construction and Design department. This position is responsible for reviewing design and managing construction projects for Senior Living facilities and properties within our organization. This position requires experience in feasibility and due diligence, ground-up and building construction, existing property conversion, building system upgrades and renovation projects. Seeking to fill a full-time position (day shift) at our Community Support Services office in northeast Florida.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The Construction Manager is the primary Design and Construction Department representative for a project or projects during pre-construction and construction process and also provides feedback and review of the project’s design when asked. Projects can range in size from $25,000 to over $30 million. Responsible for the administrative and technical management of the project(s) assigned. Supervises all activities related to pre-construction, contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, schedule, budget and delivery. Serves as the company’s main point of contact with the Architect, Engineers, Contractor and other consultants for matters related to the project. The Construction Manager is responsible for ensuring that specifications are being followed, and work is proceeding on schedule and within budget throughout the life of the project(s) assigned to.

Responsibilities:

1. Develops a cost-effective plan and schedule for completion of project following a logical pattern for utilization of resources.
2. Coordinates work of all parties working on project(s) assigned and maintains and develops relationships with all parties for the success of the project.
3. Review and comment on  preliminary plans and schematic designs for in-house reviews and analysis.
4. Provide preliminary budget figures and value engineering as necessary to bring projects within established budget goals.
5. Oversees performance of all contractors and project specific consultants and reviews architectural and engineering drawings to make sure that all specifications and regulations are being followed and within the project’s scope of work.
6. Is responsible for proper administration of construction contracts and for obtaining all necessary building permits and special permits for improvements to site except for permits to be obtained by contractor or sub-contractors. Responsible for monitoring and administrating all building documents, plans, specifications, permit revisions and administrate all Architect, Engineers, Designers, Contractors and consultants related to the design of the project.
7. Monitors any safety violations or other reported deficiencies.
8. Review payment requisitions and draws, prepare change orders and conduct thorough CO reviews with General Contractor, Architects, Consultants for all costs related to the project. Works with consultants to develop and review schedules of value. Structure draws/payments in such a manner that company is best represented fairly for work in place and on time. Make projections on the financial status of the project.
9. Tracks and monitors Notice of Commencement, Notice to Owner, lien releases and other required documentation before, during and after the project(s) completion.
10. Know contract, scope, and other contract documents. Apply experience/intuition to develop projections.
11. Tracks and controls construction schedule and associated costs to achieve completion of project within time and monies allocated. Develop and maintain construction project schedules, cost reports and communication reports on a monthly basis.
12. Maintains at all times knowledge of current issues with project and understand his/her position on those matters. Reports to Director of Construction and VP of Design and Construction, owners and architects about progress and any necessary modifications of plans.
13. Keep VP of Design and Construction informed concerning the progress of the project and any issues that might affect the schedule, budget or status of the project. Develop and maintain construction project schedules, cost reports and communication reports on a monthly basis.
14. Be prepared to fill the gap when unforeseeable events require action not previously planned or envisioned.
15. Assure all material and installed items are on site in accordance with the project schedule and sequence of work. Take steps to have all submittals completed in a timely fashion. Monitor delivery schedules, and act when it is apparent an item(s) may be out of sequence. Review and assess Contractor claims and manage disputes.
16. Review and negotiate change-orders with the General Contractor an