Retail Construction Project Manager

De Jager Construction, Inc is looking for an experienced Project Manager to work out of our Grand Rapids, MI office. We are a Commercial General Contractor, based in West Michigan and specializing in Retail construction across the United States. Our projects generally consist of new store build outs & existing store remodels. We are looking for the right candidate to be a part of our team as we continue our mission of building lasting relationships based on integrity and experience while providing quality and value through our construction services.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have a minimum of a Construction Management or other construction related degree and 2 years of experience, or at least 5 years of experience as a Project Manager. Experience in the Retail construction industry is preferred. All prospective candidates must have the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, communicate effectively and represent the company in a professional manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Project Managers coordinate construction projects between the client and De Jager Construction from the bid process through project completion. Individuals must be able to communicate with many people at different levels to help facilitate the successful completion of projects. Responsibilities include:

• Maintain relationships with established accounts and develop new accounts.
• Assist the estimating department in finalizing estimates and review bid proposals prior to submission to clients.
• Develop construction schedules on awarded projects.
• Review and approve client contracts for scheduling, exclusions, contract amounts and allowances.
• Assist the accounting department with reconciling Time & Material contracts.
• Review project details with site superintendents at project start and assist as needed throughout the project.
• Process plan revisions for bidding and awarded projects.
• Approve and/or issue purchase orders, contract change orders, credit memos, and work orders as needed on projects.
• Assist subcontractors with clarification of plans once project is awarded.
• Review and approve the payment of invoices related to projects.
• Travel, sometimes with short notice, to projects and attend training or other client related meetings as necessary.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be computer literate (Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Experience with Autodesk Build Sage Timberline is preferred but not required.
• Have knowledge of construction (means and methods).
• Possess understanding of owner contracts, subcontracts, agreements, purchase orders, and other agreements relative to a project.
• Able to read, review, and interpret project specifications, drawings, addendums, requests for information, scopes of work, change orders, etc.
• Possess understanding of building components and systems

WE OFFER:

Our company offers the possibility of a flexible schedule, excellent compensation and benefits, which include health care, dental, vision, PTO and 401(k) with company match. If you are experienced in retail construction, have high work standards and want to join a leader in the construction industry, e-mail your resume in confidence today!