Warehouse Construction Project Manager- Automotive Building PM

Job Description

· This is a contract position to plan and manage a Warehouse Construction and relocation project for a Tier-1 automotive supplier (manufacturing) in central Ohio.

· This position reports to a project lead appointed by the employer and is expected to plan and manage the entire project lifecycle for him/her, employing known project management framework, methodologies and tools most appropriate for the nature and the scale of the project.

· In the project execution phase, the Project Manager’s tasks include but not limited to:

§ Manage day-to-day execution of Construction Project to achieve on time and on budget of project, including management of and/or coordination with construction contractors, suppliers, government agencies, project team members and internal stakeholders

§ Timely review and negotiation of construction change orders

§ Lead Construction Project meetings

§ Maintain comprehensive records of quotes, signed CAPEX documents, purchase orders, and contracts for easy reference, ensuring meticulous and easily accessible filing for all team members throughout the business cycle.

§ Chair and maintain records of a regular project team meeting

§ Communicate with stakeholders according to an agreed communication plan

§ Track project progress against plan

§ Track spending against budget

§ Submit status report to Project Sponsors at an agreed-upon interval

§ Identify and respond to project and safety risks

§ Consult with Change Advisory Board, as appropriate

§ Performing a detailed project close-out to ensure all items have been appropriately closed

· This is a contract position with an anticipated duration (16-18 months)

Requirements

· Ability to manage multiple vendors

· Physical onsite presence is required for the duration of the contract.

· Light (up to 25%) travel to perform key constructions supplier visits, government agencies visits, regional HQ update meetings, etc.

· Work schedule and hours generally follow the employer’s calendar (7:30 a. m. – 4 p. m., M-F) but the Project Manager may be required to perform tasks outside the normal work hours as necessary.

Qualifications

· Years of Experience – Minimum of 3 years of development project management experience

· History of managing Construction Projects with short timelines

· Demonstrated track record of strong project management

· Up to date knowledge on construction practices and the ability to read blueprints and specifications

· Ability to use budget tracking software such as Excel, MS 365 and Project Management software.

· Experience managing a Construction Project, preferably of a warehouse

· Well-versed in PMBOK. PMP certification a plus