Construction Project Manager

Job Description: Construction Project Manager

Reporting directly to the President, the Construction Project Manager oversees construction projects, field personnel, and daily operations to ensure safe, high-quality, timely, and profitable work. The position requires initiative and sound judgment to keep projects moving independently while coordinating significant decisions with company leadership.

Responsibilities:

Bidding, Budgets, and Project Administration

• Respond to RFPs; visit jobsites to assess scope and costs; and help develop bids, change-of-scope proposals, and preliminary budgets with clients.
• Develop and administer detailed budgets, schedules, and performance requirements; review project status reports and address issues affecting progress or profitability.
• Coordinate with the office administrator to maintain accurate paper and electronic project files, including meeting notes and transcription, warranty documents, and sample returns or requests.
• Review budgets, product comparisons, and other client presentation materials with the President before presenting them to clients.

Scheduling, Procurement, and Problem Solving

• Prepare and update schedules, establish work priorities, and communicate daily assignments to crew supervisors and field personnel.
• Purchase supplies and hand tools; source and recommend materials, equipment, vendors, and products, including equipment the company does not currently own.
• Prepare apples-to-apples product comparisons for client input, including photographs, manufacturer information, and complete costs.
• Obtain permits; coordinate with municipal building inspectors; schedule inspections and maintain inspection records.
• Recommend, negotiate with, and manage subcontractors; monitor timeliness, workmanship, and billing; and notify the President of changes to subcontract terms.
• Resolve construction-related technical problems and respond promptly and professionally to client warranty or quality concerns.

Quality and Safety

• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, OSHA standards, operator licensing, and state and federal requirements.
• Maintain quality checklists, safety and training procedures; verify crew training and certifications; and inspect workmanship and project documentation.
• Help maintain safe, secure facilities and daily operations, improve facilities policies, and protect personnel, property, and equipment.

Staff Development and Equipment

• Supervise, direct, evaluate, and mentor crews and supervisors; assist with job descriptions, performance reviews, and succession planning.
• Enforce company attendance and other policies, document personnel issues, and recommend hiring or termination decisions to the President.
• Track tools and equipment and identify when purchases or replacements are needed.

Expectations

• Be organized, dependable, self-directed, and effective at managing time, competing priorities, and accurate records.
• Take ownership of project results, maintaining high standards for quality, safety, efficiency, and timely completion.
• Anticipate and solve problems, exercise initiative, and continually improve processes and systems.
• Lead and motivate staff; collaborate with coworkers; and communicate clearly and professionally with clients, vendors, and others in person, by phone, and by email.
• Represent Sovereign Builders well, enforce company policies respectfully and firmly, and maintain confidentiality of company and client information.
• Participate in meetings and training, support other team members as needed, and remain willing to learn and grow.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel), internet research, and email.

Work Conditions

Full-time employment with reliable attendance expected. Starting salary depends on skills, knowledge, and capabilities. Opportunities for advancement are available as the company grows.

Additional Qualifications

• Substantial construction experience with the ability to manage projects independently and supervise field personnel.
• Experience in high-end construction and renovations, with familiarity with public works projects and prevailing wage requirements.
• OSHA 10 Construction certification required; OSHA 30 preferred. Maintain any other required licenses and certifications.
• Ability to lift 80 pounds without assistance and to work throughout the day while sitting, standing, and walking.

Pay: $69,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person