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What is a Project Manager?

The construction Project Manager is one of the essential figures in the world of construction. Their functions are many and varied. They have to set schedules, know the finances, make sure everyone is where they are supposed to be every day (and doing what they are supposed to do), check that there are no safety hazards around and generally keep everything in order.

More specifically, a construction project manager is hired to manage and supervise a construction project from start to finish. They are usually involved from the very beginning of a project, helping the client with the initial planning, as well as the selection of an architect and contractor.

What functions do they perform?

There are several specific tasks that construction managers perform: project management planning, cost management, quality management, contract administration and safety management. 

Let's look at what all of these involve:

Project management planning. This initial stage involves drawing up a plan for the entire project, including the various jobs to be done, the materials required and a schedule.

Economic control. Construction managers must constantly monitor costs, making adjustments if unexpected problems or complications arise.

Quality management. Projects often involve numerous contractors and subcontractors; construction managers must ensure that everyone is doing a good job.

Contract management. Long contracts with the client are part of all construction projects, and it is the construction manager's job to make sure that all contracts are in place.

construction manager to make sure that all contract provisions are being met and all parties are satisfied with the outcome.

Safety Management. Construction sites are fraught with potential safety hazards that construction managers must be aware of in order to take appropriate action.

The primary role of the Project Manager is to ensure that the project assigned by management is delivered within the stated objectives, including scope, time and cost requirements.