Project Manager - Direct Hire Consulting

We have an immediate opening for Project Manager. If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for fire protection and safety, we invite you to apply today.

Job Summary: The primary responsibility of the PM is to bring in each project on or under budget by controlling costs as outlined below and forecasting revenue and costs for the life of the project. The PM will be responsible for coordinating, managing a portfolio and completing multiple concurrent construction projects of varying size. The PM is responsible for attending contractors’ project meetings, and maintain accurate records of meetings, schedules, and requests. Excellent communication skills through interaction with the sales staff to confirm labor estimates on new and retrofit projects. Responsible for managing change order process from inception to completion. Proactive approach to anticipate and identify problems early and implement cost effective solutions. Ability to work inter-departmentally with Sales, Superintendents, Foreman and Service staff. Assures compliance with project closeout requirements, AHJ approvals, customer training and closeout documentation.

Pay Range:$107,000-$155,000

Key Responsibilities:

• Duties include assisting proposal activities, attendance in pre-bid meetings, selection of subcontractors, maintain project documentation, manage materials purchases.
• Manage project, change orders, man-loading charts, weekly progress reports, material and equipment promise dates for deliveries, completion dates and other elements as required to control the project in accordance with approved budget.
• Manage rental equipment delivery and pick up schedules to minimize costs.
• Develop and maintain project schedule.
• Maintain a set of report and working drawings where applicable, consulting with local building codes and AHJ’s.
• Acts as primary interface for owner/customers.
• Conduct/Attend construction meetings, maintain safety program, scheduling and change order management and project close-out documentation.
• Perform other duties as business needs dictate and as required.
• Coordinates and works with field management to manage resources in order to meet construction schedules and budgets.
• Attend weekly meetings with operations and finance to provide percentage of completion and cost to complete updates.

Qualifications

What We Are Looking For:

• 5+ years project management experience, with industry specific capability
• Must have a sound and practical understanding of construction and project management and a working knowledge of planning, with the ability to schedule and monitor tasks.
• NICET II certification or higher preferred
• Must possess good organization and time management skills and be responsible for ensuring that all tasks, action items and QA items are followed through, completed and documented in a timely manner
• Strong budget and cost control management skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Must be able to work effectively as part of a team and/or independently
• Experience in conflict/dispute resolution.
• Must be able to assess construction and service manpower requirements for the various contracts and construction phases
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and estimating & scheduling software
• Must be to work in unusual and sometimes difficult positions such as working above ceiling spaces, crawl spaces, climbing a ladder, high lift equipment, etc.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and good driving record
• Must be able to obtain required clearances for jobs, including background check and drug screen

Most employee benefits start from the first day of employment, including:

• Competitive compensation package, including pay advancement opportunities for industry certifications and continuing education.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental & vision insurance, retirement plans, company paid & voluntary life insurance, company paid short term disability, voluntary long term disability, critical illness & accident insurance and paid time off.
• Company-provided training, tools, and equipment, including $150 annual boot allowance for employees required to wear safety boots in their jobs.
• Career advancement potential within a growing company.

We are a drug-free workplace, an equal opportunity employer and ADA compliant.