Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary :

Reporting to the Director of Modernization, the Construction Project Manager works closely with the Director of Modernization in planning, developing, and monitoring modernization, redevelopment, and development activities of the Bridgeport Housing Authority funded through the Hud Capital Fund Program, Development funds, Operating funds, and other funding sources available to the Housing Authority.

Work includes inspecting Authority properties to determine the extent and estimated costs of necessary repairs or improvements, preparing technical specifications and / or bid documents, evaluating proposals from vendors and / or contractors, and monitoring work performed by contractors or PCC staff to ensure compliance with bid and plan documents, contract specifications, relevant codes and regulations, and project schedules and budgets.

Key Duties / Essential Job Functions :

• Inspects Authority properties and recommends necessary modifications and repairs to ensure safe, decent, economical, and efficient property management operations.
• Prepares scopes of work, specifications, cost analyses, independent cost estimates, bid packages, requests for proposals or qualifications, and invitations to bid.
• Conduct pre-bid walk-throughs, review submitted bids for conformance with plans and specifications, and evaluate responses for contract award.
• Prepares agendas and supporting documentation for all project kick-offs, updates meetings and meeting minutes, and maintains systems of record for project documentation.
• Inspects construction and modernization work underway at PCC properties, ensuring compliance with all bid and plan documents, contract specifications, and relevant codes and regulations.

Prepares daily construction field reports, including maintaining records of job site conditions.

• Ensures that all required permits, licenses, and certificates of insurance are in place and that project architects and / or consultants review necessary submittals by trades contractors.
• Oversees compliance with all OSHA regulations at job sites. Interfaces with various Bridgeport City departments or offices such as the Building Department, Zoning, Parks and Recreation, Planning and Economic Development, Offices of Persons with Disabilities, and others.
• Provides compliance data, documents, and other materials requested by the PCC Executive Office, HUD representatives, and external auditors.

Such documentation may include correspondence, memoranda, requests for information (RFIs), spreadsheets and databases, copies of submitted forms, plans, specifications, and / or bid documents, draft correspondence, and status reports for the BHA Board of Commissioners as requested.

• Reviews and ensures trades contractor compliance with Davis-Bacon wage rates, EEO and Section 3 regulations as required, and other relevant labor / wage requirements.
• Prepares punch lists of construction defects prior to application for final Certificate of Occupancy and performs follow-up inspections to ensure completion of punch list items.

Signs off on recommendation for payment of project invoices after review.

• Represent the Authority's interests in construction matters and critically analyze a variety of contract claims, such as change orders and delay claims.
• Instruct in-house personnel in energy management techniques. Assist PCC service personnel with mechanical and service systems as required.
• Handle all claims under the Authority's fire insurance policies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education / Qualifications : Bachelor's Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.

Five years of experience in construction management may be substituted for a college degree at least five additional years of experience in construction administration or supervision work.

• Knowledge of construction specification writing and interpretation, bidding procedures, and sources of information on regional labor and construction materials costs.
• Familiar with all phases of the construction project process, including site work, masonry, roofing and sliding systems, MEP, HVAC systems, carpentry work, and green and sustainable construction principles.
• Must be familiar with local, State, and Federal construction, modernization, and rehabilitation rules.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Project or other project management software.
• Must be able to communicate clearly both in writing and verbally.
• A proven history of cooperative and courteous interaction with the public and co-workers.
• Must possess a Connecticut State Driver's License.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements :

Typical office environment and ability to attend meetings, training, and travel to PCC sites unaccompanied; also involves frequent visits to PCC construction project sites, which may be cluttered with tools, materials, or construction debris.

It may require specialized protective equipment such as a hard hat, proper footwear, or a personal respirator.

Benefits

• State of CT 2.0 Partnership Healthcare Plan w / HEP + Dental & Vision
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employer paid group health life insurance $25,000
• CT Municipal Employee Retirement System Employee 4.75% contribution, Employer Cost share 19.57% (5-year vesting)
• PTO or Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
• 13 paid holidays per calendar year
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee discount perks via ADP services
• Supplemental Insurance Retirement
8 days ago