PROJECT MANAGER

The reponsibilities of the Project Manager vary from project to project in response to specific client needs. The role may be to . . .

Assist in developing the overall project concept.

Prepare a preliminary budget based on the overall project concept that includes a breakdown of each phase of the work. A preliminary budget defines design, equipment, material, and construction costs and disbursements.

A. Revise and update preliminary budgets on a continuing basis to reflect changes and the timing of the various phases.

B. Establish a final budget based on the latest working drawings.

Prepare a master schedule with time lines, design time, documentation, tender calls, bid evaluations, contract awards, and on-site construction activities.

Finalize the master schedule complete with manpower requirements. Where necessary, the schedule is broken into phases showing the sequence and timing of primary construction operations.

Establish a cost breakdown for control purposes and prepare a cash flow for the project.

Arrange with the Owner for adequate insurance coverage.

Advise the Owner about statutory requirements.

Ensure that all required approvals, permits and licenses are obtained.

Prequalify subcontractors and prepare a list of recommended bidders.

Prepare all documents required for tendering Trade Contracts.

Prepare contract documents for all successful Trade Contractors to ensure legal, safety, and environmental compliance.

Ensure that all required bonds are secured, inspect all insurance policies and Workman's Compensation certificates.

Accommodate planning, scheduling, expediting, technical coordination, and supervision, necessary for the execution of the work of all Trades.

Ensure "as-built" drawings, maintenance manuals, operating instructions, etc. are properly completed and delivered to the Owner.

Ensure that all Trade Contractors complete contracts in full.

Assist the owner in administering Trade Contractor guarantees during the warrantee period.

 

Project Manager... A valuable resource from concept development to move-in.