Project Manager

Company Overview:

Established industrial contracting company and robotics integrator seeks highly motivated, multi-disciplined, Project Manager. The position will be based in the California Central Valley and will require travel primarily throughout the West Coast with the potential of managing projects throughout the U.S.

With over 30 years of experience, we have assembled a team of top technicians in the trades we specialize in. Being signatory to three trades as well as being skilled in both engineering design and electrical controls & Robotics offers us a wide range of capabilities and services. Our ability to handle most aspects of any given project offers a convenient solution as a single point of contact for our customers.

We are problem solvers and pride ourselves on customer satisfaction, anticipating what our customers need and value. We can accommodate 24/7 support handling minor emergency projects as well as multi-million-dollar projects.

Brief Job Description:

The expectation of our project managers is to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. Organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner.Coordinating a team of professionals of different disciplines to achieve the best results. Utilizing analytical and organizational skills with the goal of ensuring all projects are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding budget.

Conduct all communication with customers, vendors, and team members in a professional manner. Regularly contact clients, anticipate their needs, and offer a superior level of customer service.

The ideal applicant will be highly organized, with the ability to plan ahead and multitask in order to meet deadlines and keep projects under budget.

Responsibilities:

• Bid walks and ability to plan/define scope for estimating.
• Bid review and assist in finalizing proposals
• Conduct project kick off meetings
• Manage project financials, managing schedule of values and communicating billing needs
• Work with several level of resource requirements to meet project needs including, estimating, engineering, logistical support, shop fabrication, and accounting.
• Oversee construction projects from beginning to end
• Manage the budget and estimate costs
• Determine the necessary equipment, materials, and manpower needed
• Keep track of inventory, tools and equipment
• Ensure supplies and equipment are ordered and delivered according to schedule
• Prepare reports regarding job status
• Resolve any problems that may arise
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
• Evaluate risks
• Train and mentor construction workers and construction laborers depending on the size of the project
• Collaborate with subcontractors, engineers, architects and key team members of the project team
• Negotiate with external vendors on contract agreements
• Obtain the appropriate permits and licenses from authorities for construction sites
• Plan construction operations
• Ensure all deadlines are met
• Hire contractors and staff including construction laborers
• Manage manpower needs
• Delegate responsibilities
• Allocate and manage resources to ensure that they are available when they are needed throughout the construction projects
• Keep all stakeholders aware of the progress on projects and prepare progress reports regularly
• Handle any environmental or local community issues that may come up during a project
• Conduct site checks to monitor progress and quality standards

Education and Experience:

• BSc/BA degree in Architecture, Building Science, Engineering, Construction Management, or another related field
• PMP or an equivalent certification would be considered an asset
• Extensive previous work experience managing budgets for construction projects
• Excellent knowledge of construction materials and equipment
• Highly organized
• Previous experience in a leadership role with strong and proven leadership skills
• Knowledge of MS Office Suite
• Previous work experience in construction management or another similar role
• Understanding of construction management processes
• Able to plan ahead
• Familiar with construction and project management software programs
• Excellent knowledge of relevant rules and regulations as well as quality standards and human resources
• Conflict resolution and conflict management experience
• Excellent time management ability
• Able to multitask with a strong understanding of core manager duties
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal abilities, including negotiation skills