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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.
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