Project Manager

About The Company

Built on a foundation of integrity, respect, and commitment, JPI stands out as one of the most active real estate developers and builders in the nation.  For more than 35 years, JPI has designed and developed communities with best-in-class homes and amenities. JPI is committed to data-driven management and continuous improvement. Its team of experts utilizes data – including unparalleled market research, proven business processes, and proprietary models – to ensure that every decision is strategic, focused, and produces exceptional multifamily communities with the best risk-adjusted returns. More than just great communities, JPI is focused on leaving a lasting impact on the communities where we build and is continually committed to “Building What Matters.”  JPI operates as a subsidiary of Sumitomo Forestry, which is recognized as one of the largest home builders in the United States.

About the Job

The role of the Project Manager is to provide leadership & management for the entire lifecycle of an assigned construction project to include: Pre-development input on design, cost and schedule; coordination of associated departments during construction; oversight and evaluation of on-site personnel; coordination of Subcontractors, materials and equipment; ensure work proceeds as specified, on budget and on schedule; all project documentation is properly completed; and the project is successfully closed out and delivered to Owner.

Essential Function & Responsibilities

• Act as a representative and advocate of JPI’s Culture and Guiding Principles.
• Maintain full responsibility and accountability for assigned projects from Pre-development through Final Closeout.
• Development and establishment of Project Budget & Project Schedules
• Review Plan Sets for coordination and completeness.
• Provide VE recommendations for budget control.
• Coordinate and establish Final Construction Documents, Project Schedule and Project Budget for Closing.
• Review and provide input on Construction Contract prior to execution
• Select Subcontractors, Vendors, Construction Consultants and Trade Partners
• Solicit and evaluate bids, qualify proposals and bidders for consideration.
• Create, Issue and manage all Subcontracts and Purchase Orders for all Scopes of work on the project.
• Perform takeoffs and estimating to define quantities and valuation of work
• Manage and update Construction Budget and the Construction Schedule during the course of the project.
• Issue budget revisions to relay up-to-date costs/savings and future cost projections
• Vetting and issuance of Contract Change Orders when appropriate while ensuring costs are mitigated
• Responsible for Project Profit/Loss
• Produce timely and accurate Project Budget and Schedule Reports for Partners, Leadership and Senior Management as required
• Drive for accountability with Trade Partners, Consultants, Field Staff and Associated JPI Departments on their respective duties and responsibilities.
• Communicate and Coordinate with Project Superintendent regarding on-site activities and future project needs
• Evaluate, mentor and assist in the training and development Field Staff
• Promote project safety and training to Field Staff and assist Project Superintendent with enforcement of Subcontractor Safety Standards in accordance with OSHA, JPI Illness and Injury Prevention Program, and JPI Construction Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Monitor and ensure that Field Staff obtain completion of RFI and Submittal Review Requests.
• Ensure that Project Drawings, Specifications, ASIs and Critical Updates are correctly published to all Associates and Trade Partners
• Ensure that Field Staff and maintaining complete and accurate Project Documentation of all work, products and daily activities.
• Review (if necessary correct) and approve Subcontractor Draw Pay Requests
• Prepare and submit General Contractor Monthly Draws
• Ensure that Quality Control requirements are being met by Field Staff
• Ensure that Field Staff are coordinating and communicating with Property Management
• Ensure that Field Staff are addressing and closing out Consultant and Design Discipline Inspection Reports
• Completion and close-out of the project and the acceptance of each project by the Owner.
• Provide O&M for all required products
• Provide Warranty Documents for all Trade Partners and Required Products
• Evaluate and address warranty/repair requests from Property Management.

Non-Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Provide construction input to Development, Design Mangers, and Design Disciplines.

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