Project Mgr., Construction (In Ofc 4 Days/Wk)

PROJECT MANAGER, CONSTRUCTION 

Please Note: Statewide travel (typically 25%) including regular overnight stay is required!

There will be an in-office presence expectation at 241 Ralph McGill Blvd, Atlanta, GA four (4) days per week and/or as additionally required. 

*** Please read the Fleet driving verbiage at the bottom of this Job Description carefully prior to applying. 

JOB SUMMARY:   

The Project Construction Manager serves as the Facilities’ team on-site representative for major construction and renovation projects. This position is the primary liaison between the Company and all external contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other external entities that are associated with a large-scale construction or renovation project. 

This position also provides coordination of all construction activities with internal departments including Information Technology, Corporate Security and Power Delivery. In this respect, the job exists to ensure that construction agreements between GPC/SCS and external contractors are adhered to as written or changed only with the appropriate approvals. In addition, the position provides assistance, advice, and consulting services to the Maintenance Department Managers for renovations, one-time maintenance issues, and recurring maintenance issues.

JOB REQUIREMENTS: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills)

• A degree in Construction Management, Building Science, or related degree is preferred or a minimum of 10 years’ experience in commercial construction project management. 
• Experience associated with commercial construction projects is required
• Knowledge of commercial construction disciplines (roofing, paving, site preparation, framing, plumbing, electrical, etc.) is required
• Skills required include managing multiple projects, prioritizing needs, maintaining positive communications with internal clients and external contractors, scheduling, cost containment and organization.
• This position will be expected to effectively communicate with all levels of company management about project status and issues
• Statewide travel (typically 25%) including regular overnight stay is required.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Manage all assigned construction and renovation projects to ensure they are completed safely and in accordance with all building codes, legal requirements, contract agreements, schedules and financial obligations.
• Provide advice and assistance on maintaining company facilities to internal clients.
• Provide prompt assistance and recommendations to internal clients on solutions to facility-related problems.
• Maintain knowledge of new commercial construction techniques by involvement in industry training and trade exhibitions.
• Provide input on design and engineering plans as needed to ensure workable and practical solutions
• Maintain honest, ethical, and supportive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other business associates.      

Explanation:  In construction projects, most notably renovations but also new construction, the need to evaluate options and make quick decisions on issues is a continuous responsibility.  The project manager-construction is expected to be readily available to general contractors, on-site construction inspectors, the project architect, external engineering and design vendors, and sub-contractors to ensure the Company’s investment is realized and to ensure adherence to construction plans and contracts. The incumbent also provides advice and consulting services to the facilities maintenance staff personnel on both renovations and one time and recurring maintenance problems.

This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle.  The following will be required if you are selected for this position:

• Must have at least one year of verifiable driving experience (Must hold a valid driver’s license for the class vehicle to be operated. Driving permits are not typically considered a valid driver’s license). 
• Must have no revocation of driving privileges within the 36 months prior to application, no convictions of major traffic violations (DUI, hit and run, reckless driving, etc.) within the 12 months prior to application, or any pending charges for a major traffic violation at the time of application.
• Must consent to a continuous monitoring of your Motor Vehicle Record