Company Overview
McFarland Construction is a full-service commercial construction firm, specializing in the delivery of projects through general contracting, design/build, and construction management engagements. Offering services across a diverse range of market segments which include Commercial/Corporate Interiors, Education, Federal, Financial, Healthcare, Hospitality, Industrial/Energy, Multi-family, Solar, and Transportation.
Founded in 2010, McFarland Construction was recently recognized as the 2021 prime contractor of the year, one of the best places to work, and one of the top 50 fastest growing privately-owned companies in the Charlotte region. If you enjoy growth, making an impact, collaboration and want to be a part of an innovative, unique fast-growing company, we have an amazing opportunity for you!
Job Summary
As a Senior Project Manager (SPM) you will be responsible for the management and delivery of commercial construction projects. We are looking for a highly motivated design/build SPM, who is passionate about the construction process, to join our McFarland team. You will manage multiple projects and be the point person for the overall project lead.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Manages multiple construction projects within the organization’s portfolio for new and existing construction projects
- Works with key stakeholders and other functional business units to deliver on a diverse portfolio of project types with an ability to conduct construction meetings and presentations
- Assists with project planning and chartering, including responsibility for preliminary budget and schedule information
- Provides support to secure project entitlements, permits and other required approvals with a knowledge of regulatory and code requirements for construction management
- Prepares scope, bid documentation and evaluations to support contracting of external vendors and consultants on a variety of projects with an ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
- Design/build experience with general contractor
- Plan and implement large to mid-size construction projects
- Direct and lead the work of project superintendents
- Evaluate new construction strategies and procedures
- Ensure deadlines and cost targets are met
- Maintain required project documentation
- Serve as a liaison between business and field construction aspects of projects
- Is comfortable directing and controlling the work of others
- Review and approve project expenditures and subcontractor pay requests monthly
- Be willing and able to travel if the designated project requires
- Attend on-site project status meetings, establish meeting agendas, and work with all team members to problem solve
- Ensures that project teams are managing and updating schedules weekly while holding subcontractors accountable to the schedule
- Ensures work is performed on sites in accordance with OSHA and Lifetime Construction standards
Education & Additional Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years’ experience in Commercial, and Construction Management
- 3+ years of Leadership Experience
- Procore Certified
- Strong Project Management skills
- Ability to travel as required
- Experience working in cross-functional
- Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
- Deadline and detail-oriented
- Strong leadership qualities
- Proficiency using Word, Excel, Outlook and Microsoft Project. Experience with Procore a plus.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years' experience in commercial construction and construction management
- 3+ years of leadership experience
- Procore Certified
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project
- Experience with Procore
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to read construction drawings and specifications
- Knowledge of regulatory and code requirements and OSHA standards
- Ability and willingness to travel as required
- Strong analysis, critical thinking, deadline and detail-oriented skills
What We Do
McFarland Construction is a full-service construction management, general contracting, and design-build company serving the Southeast. Formed in 2010, the firm specializes in delivering complex projects across various market segments, including commercial, education, energy, federal/military, and transportation, leveraging scalable administration and delivery platforms to meet strict project requirements.
