The Senior Construction Manager will oversee and be responsible for construction activities related to new construction, renovations, and various capex projects. This position will work closely with the Development Manager and the Vice President of Construction and Maintenance throughout the construction/renovation life of the project. Responsible for ensuring quality deliverables, on time and within budget and will bring to the table the latest in cost-saving applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administrative
Approve and process all project invoices.
Maintain an up-to-date budget, schedule, and project directory for all projects.
Maintain real estate development tickler & ensure timely release of bonds, LOC & escrow account monies.
Serve as liaison between Company and their outside legal counsel, financial and other professional consultants as well as state agencies, municipalities, and zoning authorities.
Understanding of legal contract, AIA documents and other related construction draw forms.
Supervise storage and filing of all plans and blueprints in both hard copy and electronic format.
Prepare correspondence on a timely, professional, and accurate basis.
Schedule prepare for and attend portfolio reviews with third party landlords.
Weekly detailed construction reports and progress photos.
Assist the Director of Construction and Maintenance.
Planning / Development
Create RFP’s, interview and select engineers and direct site plan design.
Work to obtain all necessary project approvals and agreements from Franchisor.
Direct building design.
Supervise construction design.
Obtain all site design approvals from franchisor and engineering consultants.
Obtain all governmental approvals for construction.
Establish project budgets based on reliable cost estimates & comparison to past projects & projected prototype development costs.
Assist in the creation of construction contracts.
Analyze and compare project costs and financing options as necessary.
Develop daily, weekly, and monthly plans to ensure projects are completed in a timely manner.
Evaluate, approve, and process project invoices for soft costs.
Construction Phase
Assist in preparation of the construction contract.
Monitor required local and state agency reviews and approvals.
Attend on-site construction/project meetings.
Conduct a project walk-through to assess progress and report findings every two weeks.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in construction management, construction/building science, engineering or architecture and design.
Minimum of three years of real estate construction experience.
Experience in new construction and renovation for commercial use.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at different stages of renovation and construction.
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