Project Manager

Summary

Assists the Division Managers in the direction & coordination of construction activities of Bellingham Marine’s Dixon, CA Division to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations and maximize profits by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors and employees. From time to time, will be required to travel and act as an onsite Project Manager and take responsibility for specific projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages Customer Expectations and approvals through project documentation, Meeting Minutes and Submittals.
• Manages Multiple Manufacturing and Construction projects at any given time.
• Mentors and instructs Project Engineers in Bellingham Marine Procedures and Standards.
• Studies and instructs Project Engineers in reviewing drawings and specifications to plan procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and on staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
• Assists the Division in the preparation of pricing, locating and qualifying local contractors and other activities necessary to prepare fixed price proposals across all Divisional Projects
• Coordinates members of organization and Project Teams (supervisory, clerical, drafting, and manufacturing) throughout the project.
• Orders procurement of tools and materials to be delivered at specified times to conform to work schedules.
• Confers with and directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, interpreting contract requirements and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays.
• Confers with supervisory and engineering personnel and inspectors and suppliers of equipment, tools and materials to resolve construction problems and improve construction methods.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and the adherence to construction schedules.
• Prepares and reviews reports on progress, materials used, and costs, and adjusts work schedules as indicated by reports.
• Reviews and approves invoices for projects’ construction operations.
• Coordinates with customers, engineers and/or inspectors for the generation and approval of applications for payment.
• Maintains and generates project documentation which records contract compliance; documents changes to the work; prepares, negotiates and administers changes to the contract; notifies parties to the contract of changes (i.e. via change orders); notifies parties to the contract of disputes; secures authorization for additional work; and resolves other project‐related issues.
• Administers, mentors and instructs Project Engineers on the Company safety program relating to all project site activities and ensures effective loss control procedures are implemented.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four‐year college or university; or four to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees in Construction Management, Business Management, Engineering or equivalent are preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Project or other projects cheduling software.
• Successful applicant will be subject to a background check as well as a pre‐employment drug screen and participate in our monthly random selection drug screening to comply with our company’s drug free work place policy.
• Valid driver’s license as well as a satisfactory driving record is required.
• Willingness to travel as needed to complete projects.
• Ability to travel.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises Project Managers, Project Engineers and construction crew lead persons (and construction laborers directly as required). Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the construction unit on Divisional Projects. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and actively training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.