Project Manager - Indianapolis, IN

We are looking for a Project Manager for our Indianapolis, IN market. The Project Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing the team of architects, engineers, consultants and field necessary to safely complete quality construction projects on time and on budget and is dedicated to client satisfaction and, to maximizing the profitability of every project. Specific duties encompass all phases of construction – from initial meetings with potential clients, through management of the design process and the construction phase, and beyond contract completion, to client follow-up.

We build more than buildings. We are building greatness in both our projects and our people. The combination of our people, culture, and unique project delivery approach truly differentiates us – it is why our associates come here, and why they stay. Team Opus associates collaborate to advance our client goals, our communities, and their careers. At Opus, you have an unmatched opportunity with a growing, industry-leading organization to learn and develop professionally, while having fun along the way. Our award-winning teams are united by one mission and are driven to deliver impactful results.

We value our associates and the time they spend building more with us. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits aimed at supporting them in and out of the workplace, including:

• healthcare, dental and vision coverage
• a 401(k) plan and immediate company match
• a student loan payback program
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• birthday holiday
• community time off
• caregiver leave
• tuition reimbursement
• paid licensures and professional memberships

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety First:

• Provide leadership and demonstrate commitment to a safe work environment for all associates through development and enforcement of safety guidelines and policies that also meet or exceed industry standards.
• Advise project stakeholders of any hazards found, or unique hazards presented by the work, as necessary.
• Work with the safety department to have working knowledge of the federal OSHA standards that apply to the project(s).
• Provide the necessary resources needed to perform each project safely; resources included but are not limited to time, manpower, equipment, and training.

Project Pursuit:

• Develop new and maintain existing relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Work with supervisor and the development team to make presentations and support the sales efforts to potential clients.
• Provide preliminary schedules, budgets, and technical knowledge in response to early meetings with the Development team/clients.
• Work with Project Management/Development/Client team(s) as requested, to provide proposals for new work, to include formal budgets, schedules and preliminary scope documents.
• Provide technical support and design oversight to Development/Client team during due diligence and entitlement processes.
• Support owner construction contract negotiations and the development of all associated contract documents.

Pre-Construction Production:

• Solicit, procure, and manage the design/consultant team in the development of permit and construction documents to achieve the desired project scope and quality objectives while minimizing project execution risk and maximize overall company profitability.
• With consultant team support, prepare detailed specifications, QA/QC program and submittal log documents required to further develop the project schedule and subcontractor procurement process.
• Lead in the project team’s development of a detailed project schedule which efficiently and cost-effectively satisfies the project criteria of cost, quality, and timing.
• Coordinate the design process with governmental / permit approvals.
• Organize and manage team’s subcontractor procurement plan including generating / identifying subcontractor interest and development of a project bidders list for the project.
• Conduct subcontractor and material supplier bidding and submit comprehensive award recommendations to the ownership team.
• Negotiate and manage the preparation and execution of contracts with chosen sub-contractors for all aspects of the work.

Construction Management:

• Monitor project schedule, quality, risks, and cost exposures to ensure all project goals are achieved.
• Administer all construction contracts.
• Manage the submittal review and QA/QC process to ensure timely product and material deliveries to site and construction design detailing ensuring conformance with the project objectives and contract documents.
• Resolve technical and contractual problems on site with assistance from consultant team, Superintendent, and manager (as necessary).
• Update schedule on a weekly basis with the project team to measure progress against milestone targets are met. Challenge Superintendent, Sub-Contractors, Architects, and Engineers to find means of improving production, productivity, or finding more cost-effective methods and materials in the completing of tasks.
• Verify completed work for monthly payment requisitions and support monthly owner billing and margin review processes
• Approve changes in the work and produce change orders.
• Identify critical activities and ensure they are monitored diligently, visiting “off-site” facilities as necessary with enhanced quality assurance efforts to ensure timely installation and incorporation of materials into the project.
• Maintain regular contact with client team, keeping them informed of progress.
• Respond to client requests for changes, clarifications, and budget updates.

Post-Construction Close-Out and Follow-Up:

• Monitor punch-list and close-out of project.
• Follow up with client/tenant post occupancy to guarantee satisfaction and completion of all punch list and warrantee items.
• Maintain contact with client beyond project completion to enhance the prospect of future work.
• Complete project cost archives for future comparison estimating purposes.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related area.
• Minimum of five years’ construction-project management experience, preferably with majority of time spent on large commercial, industrial or multi-family building projects.
• Minimum of three years’ business experience requiring knowledge of accounting, budgeting, and cost allocation procedures.
• Previous design-build and jobsite experience preferred.
• Must be willing and able to travel when local project assignments aren’t available.
• Solid problem-solving skills and the ability to work efficiently and independently.
• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively lead and constructively challenge internal Company and external subcontractor teams.