Project Manager - Washington Architectural Hardware

We are solution-focused to meet the varied needs of the commercial construction industry,  Washington Architectural Hardware, a KENDELL company, offers a host of tailored services and high-quality products providing both function and aesthetics. As a partner to industry-leading manufacturers, we can provide complete opening solutions across our core market segments.

The Project Manager is expected to manage a moderate contract-based project workload which includes; complete ownership and accountability of assigned projects, daily management of resources, adherence to organizational processes, and demonstrated ability to plan, direct, and coordinate activities to ensure successful project completion(s).

The Project Manager is also expected to fully manage all aspects of each assigned project including; phasing, coordinating product for order and supply,  proposing/writing/submitting/obtaining change orders, minimizing credits/returns/internals, handling project issues, communicating with contractors/trades, and delivering projects within the organization’s financial expectations.

• Knowledge of project and requirements: job file, contract, budget, FSC/LEED/BAA, and any other project-related information provided from Estimating, Scheduling, specifications, etc.
• Determine project timeline and required dates for material; map out a plan to achieve the project’s schedule
• Complete field verification and attend jobsite/project/trade coordination meetings when needed
• Review returned shop drawings and submittals; coordinate required changes with Scheduling until approved by contractor
• Provide ship-to information and required dates to Purchasing and Shipping/Receiving departments
• Manage phasing of material as required per approved schedules
• Problem solve with contractor or colleagues on project issues, changes, etc. and provide ongoing product and application knowledge and support
• Prepare and submit project change order proposals to contractor, including project detail, lead time and pricing
• Handle product warranty issues and back charges, following organization policy and procedure

• 2-year or 4-year degree in Construction Management or related field with minimum four years industry or project management experience
• Ability to work independently with only 25% involvement of a mentor to guide assigned tasks and help determine next steps
• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, and database software
• High level of interpersonal skills and customer relations skills to handle a variety of situations. Position continually requires demonstrated professionalism, adaptability, flexibility, and dependability
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service and handling complaints, settling disputes, negotiating terms/pricing, and resolving various issues
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills to identify and evaluate complex problems, review related information and develop solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems, determine the best approach or option and implement solutions
• General knowledge of mathematic applications including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, fractions, and ratios
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Position requires a valid driver’s license and being insurable to drive

Benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance, as well as Voluntary Benefits, HSA, FSA, and Employee contribution to 401k. *Employer match, up to 4%. PTO and paid Holidays.

Salary: $68k-$100k plus annual incentive plan, DOE

Hours: Position is on-site in our Tacoma office. Standard business hours are 8am-5pm

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position and may be modified based on position location and facility need. It does not state or imply that these are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as directed by management. All job requirements are subject to change over time, at the discretion of management, and to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability. If offered as a part-time position, wages will be non-exempt, paid at an hourly rate.

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