Residential Construction Project Manager - Wingspan Properties

Holden, MA 01520

About the Job

RESIDENTAL CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Summary Job Description:
The Project Manager (PM) is a key leadership role that is solely responsible and held accountable for ensuring that all projects are delivered on time, according to requirements / specifications and within agreed upon budgets.

The PM is involved in all aspects of projects assigned to them from initial concept through execution.

The PM must be well-versed in construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. The ideal candidate will have an analytical mind, great organizational skills, and proficient / proactive in risk mitigation and issue resolution.

Other key facets of the PM job will include the following:

Assist in the preparation of project documents such as contracts, estimates, plans, specifications, etc. Request subcontractor bids and compile cost information as well as schedule needs to execute residential construction projects. Regular communication with project stakeholders to include weekly meetings, weekly meeting minutes, status reports and daily written communications. Creation of project schedules, using software as appropriate (e.g. MS Excel and/or MS Project). Daily job site presence (as well as in the main office) in order to maintain quality, budget, schedule, and safety. Daily updating of project information, including schedule, change orders, and subcontractor evaluation. Assist in monthly billing process.

The Project Manager will perform project management duties at multiple job sites simultaneously.

Responsibilities & Duties:
The following reflects the essential responsibilities and duties for this position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned to an individual. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Work with company leadership and the construction team during the early stages of the project to determine feasibility of execution; define the project scope and assist with estimation
Plan all phases of the construction lifecycle from initiation to completion in a cohesive project schedule with project deliverables and milestones; provide updated schedules to clients and lead installers in a timely manner
Develop and adhere to the agreed upon budget, timeline, and quality control plan
Ensure field crews and subcontractors are fully executing and complying with their contracted scope of work in a timely fashion and with an acceptable level of quality
Own the change control process and communicate any conflicts or changes associated with the project to the project team prior to execution
Determine needed resources (people, equipment, and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations; procure and allocate these resources to ensure there is no shortage while avoiding any unnecessary delays
Obtain all necessary building permits, licenses and meet code regulations
Coordinate required inspections with local buildings departments
Ensure adherence to all health and safety / OSHA standards and report issues
Walk all projects multiple times a week to monitor progress, accuracy, cleanliness, safety and customer satisfaction

Required Competencies & Skills:

Ability to quickly earn and build trust and successfully lead a team
Must be self-motived and able to proactively and independently solve problems
Proficiency in project management skills such as time and scope management, project budgeting, resource management and project scheduling
Strong communication skills (verbal and written); thorough and attentive to details; able to prioritize and multitask; deadline-oriented
Must be able to understand and interpret architectural and structural plans.
Ability to calculate figures such as percentages and square footage; ability to apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry
Ability to accept feedback and use it to improve the quality of production
Must be technically savvy relative to smart phone and computer use; ability to use technology to enhance communication to client, internal teams and subcontractor / supplier partners
Must have strong knowledge of relevant computer software / applications such as Microsoft Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook (email and calendar), MS Project
Ability to create a remarkable client and builder relationship and assist the client through the building process in a positive and personal way; ability to build strong, meaningful subcontractor / supplier partnerships where all involved are considered and benefit from working together for the common good of the client and project
Ability to resolve difficult situations that arise from the schedule, billing, change orders, etc.; assist all involved in understanding others’ perspectives and ultimately resolve conflicts to the reasonable satisfaction of everyone in which all parties sincerely feel listened to and understood
Ability to always stand by what you say and do and own decisions and consequences regardless of outcome
Professional appearance, consistent, excellent follow-up, organized, timely, disciplined

Education & Work Experience
Required:

5+ years of proven experience as a successful residential construction project manager including concurrent management of multiple construction sites and field crews with subcontractors
Strong knowledge of construction management best practices with proven risk and issue management experience
Fluency in software programs related to construction management, including office and project management software (e.g. Microsoft Office products – Outlook, Word, Excel and MS Project)
Must understand the value, and have experience, in following company processes and show a willingness to improve processes as part of the team
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Outreach Training

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in construction science and management, engineering, architecture, business administration, or a related degree
Construction Project Management certification
PMI PMP (Project Management Institute Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent
Current with rules and regulations related to construction
Understand how to bid and estimate custom home projects.

Work Environment

Family owned; relationship based company
Leadership and ownership expect responsiveness and drive, ability to follow systems and process to assure each client gets a “remarkable” experience while protecting company interests, as well as the ability to remember and follow through on what is asked
Leadership and ownership encourages candor, regardless of position in the company

Source : Wingspan Properties