Project Manager

About our Company:

Cooper Development specializes in high-end residential and commercial renovations. The Manhattan-based firm works with New York’s most discerning clients and talented designers and architects. Over the past 10 years, Cooper Development has completed more than 1,000 exceptional homes. Cooper Development dedicates itself to realizing the creative vision of each client and their design team. The firm has earned a reputation for maintaining an enjoyable experience for all participants throughout the project and then delivering the highest quality final product.

Requirements:

Graduate of Civil Engineering or Architecture
Highest level English both written and verbal
Ability to quickly communicate on the phone with architects, vendors and subcontractors to resolve problem
Ability to handle pressure
In-dept understanding of construction procedures and material and project management principles
Proven experience as a Construction Manager
Familiarity with quality, health and safety standards
Familiarity with construction/project management software
Good knowledge of MS Office
Outstanding communication and negotiation skills
Excellent organizational and time-management skills
A team player with leadership abilities

Responsibilities:

Perform role in accordance with Cooper's behavioral framework
Collaborate with engineers, architects, etc., to determine the specifications of the project
Work as a project resource, completing allocated activities to meet budget, timeframe and quality objectives and meeting or exceeding client expectations.
Negotiate contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements
Obtain permits and licenses from appropriate authorities
Determine needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations
Plan all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met
Acquire equipment and material stocks to timely handle inadequacies
Hire contractors and other staff and allocate responsibilities
Supervise the work of laborers, mechanics etc. and give them guidance when needed
Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports
Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues
Undertake production checking of work in progress to ensure that it meets project intent