Construction Roles and Resonsibilities

Project Engineers or "PE's" are the introductory role along the Project Management career path. PE's are responsible for assisting with the overall project planning and scheduling, reporting, project accounting, and control, often supported by a Project Manager.

Responsibilities include :

RFI Tracking/Review/Process
Permit Process Assistance
Bid Package / Procurement Assistance
Change Management Tracking
Material Delivery Tracking
Project Reporting Assistance
Document Control
Meeting Minutes
Project Close-Out Assistance
Quality Control
Contractor Quote Review/Negotiations
Input of Construction Schedules
Safety Enforcement & Reporting
Self Perform Administration/Monitoring

Assistant Project Manager's or "APM's" are the next role along the Project Management career path after Project Engineer. APM's are responsible for everything a Project Engineer would be responsible, while exhibiting more experience and the capability to handle more risk through the project.

Responsibilities include (Project Engineer Responsibilities and the following) :

Cost control/cost management assistance
Update construction schedule
Lead project meetings
Responsible for project closeout
Client monthly reports
Bid packages and scope preparation
Project Status Reports
Owner/Client interface
Change order negotiations
Practices Safety Management
Owner Contract Administration

Project Manager's or "PM's" are fully responsible for the management of a construction project from the office perspective. PM's are responsible budget, schedule, Owner relationships from start to finish. Depending on company size, this role may also handle roles included under "Senior Project Manager."

Responsibilities include (Assistant Project Manager Responsibilities and the following) :

Project Setup
Leads & Develops People
Onsite Client Relationships and Business
Preconstruction assistance
Project Execution Planning
Permits
Insurance
Notice to Proceed
Subcontracts/procurement
Cost control
Schedule management
Pay applications subcontractor/owner
Lead project meetings
QAQC
Site logistics plan
Project close-out
Prepares and participates on Project Pursuits
Develops & Manages Subcontracts
Reviews, Understands & Administers Owner Contract

Senior Project Manager's or "SPM's" handle everything a Project Manager handles, but typically across multiple projects and/or teams. SPM's typically oversee multiple PM's on different projects, or a few PM's on a large/complex project.

Responsibilities include (Project Manager Responsibilities and the following) :

Able to manage large, complex, and/or multiple Jobs
Preconstruction/constructability
Permits/builder's risk/Notice to Proceed
Oversee procurement/cost/change management
Subcontracts/bid packs
Prepare master schedule/oversee updates
Project reporting/Project Status Reports
Owner pay apps
Approve sub-payment apps
Conduct project meetings
QA/QC/inspections/test data reviews
Coordinate site logistics planning
Oversee project close-out
Client point of contact
Manage Owner Contract with Project Executive
Manages Development & Performance of Project Staff

Project Executives or "PX's" handle teams of Senior Project Managers and/or PMs, reviewing at a "Macro" level - involvement is more-so focused on client relationships, Owner contracts, and future work.

Responsibilities include (Senior Project Manager Responsibilities and the following) :

Generating business, negotiating contracts, estimating, bidding, profit/loss of assigned projects, and supervision of project management staff
Project/Loss responsibility for one or more projects/clients
Provides leadership of, and ensures mechanisms are in place, for
a successful project (Client relations, collaboration, project controls, team environment, etc.)
Takes lead in preparing Owner Contracts
Markets work to existing clients
Business Development
Client relationships
Develop strategy
Oversee schedule/updates
Develop staff
Resolution of complex project conflicts
Responsible for Owner Contract Negotiations

Field Engineers or "FE's" are the introductory role along the Superintendent career path. FE's are responsible for assisting with the overall project planning and scheduling, coordination of constructors, and success of field work.

Responsibilities include :

Facilitate Punchlist Process
Job Diaries,
QA/QC Process
Attend Subcontractor Meetings & Schedule Review Meetings
Participate w/ RFIs
Submittal & Shop Drawings
Review Process, Material & Equipment Log Maintenance & Mgt.,
Assist Superintendents with Safety Meetings,
Participate in Pre-Task Planning
Self Perform Work Package Detailing (where applicable)
Consummate Teammate

Assistant Superintendents are the next role along the Superintendent career path after Field Engineer. Assistant Superintendents are responsible for everything a Field Engineer would be responsible, while exhibiting more experience and the capability to handle more risk through the project.

Responsibilities include (Field Engineer Responsibilities and the following) :

Check submittals/detailing
Order miscellaneous materials
Initiate RFI's
Assist in project setup
Assist with punchlist management
QAQC checklist
Small projects management
Support superintendent
Safety enforcement
Provide supervision to part of project
Manages Self Perform Work with Superintendent (where applicable)

Superintendents or "Supers" are fully responsible for the management of a construction project from the field perspective. Superintendents are responsible field coordination, schedule, and Owner relationships from start to finish.

Responsibilities include (Assistant Superintendent Responsibilities and the following) :

Project direction/field
Team Environment/Dynamic
Leads & Develops People
Schedule development/management
Punchlist management
Logistics planning/execution
Project safety plan assistance
Project setup
Project communication
(daily, weekly, monthly reports)
Cost management/labor tracking/reporting
QAQC
Agency inspections
PM partner - review scope/subcontractors
Manage project/client relationships
Co-lead project meetings
Manage self-perform (when applicable)
Review/approve subcontractor pay applications
Chair subcontractor foreman meetings
Review/approve T & M Ttckets
Practice Safety Management
Onsite Business Development Leader
Prepares and participates on Project Pursuits

Senior Superintendents handle everything a Superintendents handles, but typically across multiple projects and/or teams. Senior Superintendents typically oversee multiple Superintendents on different projects, or a few Superintendents on a large/complex project.

Responsibilities include (Superintendent Responsibilities and the following) :

Lead superintendent on large, complex projects
Manage multiple Superintendents on single project

General Superintendents handle teams of Senior Superintendents and/or Superintendents, reviewing at a "Macro" level - involvement is more-so focused on manpower, scheduling, and other resource allocation.

Responsibilities include (General Superintendent Responsibilities and the following) :

Subcontractor/client relations
People development
Teacher/mentor to Superintendents
Regional/corporate duties
Enforce labor agreements
Preconstruction support
Manage Multiple Jobs of varying size and complexity and market sectors
Hire/fire/promote along with Account/Operations Managers
Strategize on regional safety initiatives
Provide leadership in PSLT’s (Project Safety Leadership Team)
Co-Manage Equipment Operations
Co-Manage Superintendent Development w/ Ops. Manager,
Self Perform Work Management (where applicable)
Manage Craft Employment & Development

Architects are responsible for designing and planning construction projects by meeting with clients, creating drawings/specifications, and ensuring the design meets the Owner's needs and budget. They are also responsible for managing projects through all phases, from initial concepts to final construction. Architects are often the lead on collaboration between other engineers on the design team.

Responsibilities include :

Researches, programs, plans, designs, and administers building projects for clients, applying knowledge of architectural design, construction detailing, construction procedures, zoning and building codes, and building materials and systems.

Produces conceptual plans, renderings, and documents.

Plans and programs layout of project(s); coordinates and integrates engineering elements into unified design for client review and approval.

Utilizes computer-assisted design (CAD) software and equipment to prepare project designs and plans, producing construction documents via AutoCAD and Revit.

Reviewing submittals, answering request for information (RFI's), completing site visits to ensure the contractor is building per plan, as well as signing off on certificates for substantial completion.

Engineers are responsibility for specific disciplines of design on construction projects. Their responsibilities are similar to that of an Architect, such as producing drawings, reviewing submittals, and answering RFI's. The following are different types of Engineers in construction :

Civil Engineers : Civil engineers provide a specialized focus on the construction of bridges, roads, buildings, railways, storm & sanitary systems, water piping, earthwork, and much more.

Structural Engineers : Structural engineers ensure the safety, strength, and stability of buildings, bridges, and other structures by analyzing loads, designing structural systems, selecting appropriate materials, and overseeing construction to ensure compliance with codes and standards

Plumbing Engineer : Plumbing engineers design plumbing systems for buildings, ensuring they are functional, efficient, and compliant with codes. They are involved in everything from potable water and waste removal to stormwater drainage and fire suppression systems

Mechanical Engineer : Mechanical engineers in construction focus primarily on HVAC systems and Building Control systems.

Electrical Engineer : Electrical Engineers produce drawings for power, lighting, low voltage, security, and card access. Often coordinating with Mechanical Engineers for power of associated equipment.

Landscape Engineer : Landscape Engineers design and plan outdoor spaces to be functional, sustainable, and visually appealing. This would include hardscapes, grass, trees, shrubs, and much more.

An owner's representative acts as the project owner's advocate and liaison throughout a construction or development project, overseeing all phases from planning to closeout to ensure it aligns with the owner's vision, budget, and timeline. They manage communication between the owner and all other parties (such as the Contractor and the Architect), handle project management, and protect the owner's interests by helping control costs and prevent delays