Project Manager Residential Construction

Lewis Construction Group is looking for a Project Manager. We are seeking someone to further strengthen our growing company. We provide a collaborative family-oriented culture with the necessary tools and support for you to succeed, both personally and professionally.

We are an established company with a focus on quality of work, craftsmanship and long lasting relationships. The majority of our projects are high-end remodels and new construction. We are proud of the fact that our projects are mainly referral based. We are built on the values of family, respect, trust, and integrity and we look for these same qualities in everyone who joins our team. Strength in communication is our core.

A project manager is responsible for the successful planning, execution, monitoring, relationships, and closure of a project. They are our client representative and need to align expectations of the client and the project. They are the bridging gap between the production team and client. This requires exceptional written and verbal communications skills. They are adept at troubleshooting and problem solving. They are committed to an open philosophy of communication, growth, integrity, customer service, and teamwork. Maintaining clear communications, efficiencies, and forethought are crucial to the project’s success.

A project manager is responsible for the project budget and schedule which includes a thorough knowledge of the project scope for each budget line item and completion of the work within that budget and the project’s schedule. There are multiple projects in various stages at any given time so making sure to look ahead of schedules is crucial to allow availability for other projects. A project manager should have and also develop strong relationships with the trades.

Project management responsibilities and expectations:

1. Initial Project Review and Estimating- The project manager is part of developing initial relationships of confidence and trust with our clients and determining their goals for the project. Often this involves offering realistic insight as to the feasibility of some of those goals and providing possible alternatives. After the project is obtained with basic cost and approach structure, the project manager will thoroughly familiarize themselves with the project scope and budget for review and planning purposes below. The project manager is a frontline representative of our company values and is expected to genuinely reflect those values in all interactions throughout the project.

2. Planning and Development:

· Prepare a full cost budget with detailed specifications of what is included in each of those costs.

· Contact all utilities, City, County, and other appropriate agencies to determine required fees and/or charges for the project.

· Prepare a project schedule.

· Align trades that reflect the project needs and ensure the trade estimates are correct and include an accurate scope of work.

· Value engineer when needed.

· Communicate with client to ensure expectations are aligned.

3. Executing:

· Maintain the budget in detail with project leads and clients.

· Weekly meetings with clients and staff.

· Stay ahead of the schedule with project leads to adjust or secure upcoming trades and staff.

· Maintain the project schedule and communicate any adjustment to client including change order work.

· Written weekly updates.

· Build and maintain project specifications.

· Prepare change orders as needed for client approval before completion of work.

· Coordinate approved change orders with project leads and adjust schedule accordingly.

4. Oversight and Managing:

· Ensure projects are built according to the plans and specs approved by the client and architect, engineers, and managers.

· Maintain communication with site superintendent as needed.

· Review daily reports

· Review, approve, and code staff timecards and trade invoicing.

· Review job cost reports with emphasis on remaining budgets.

· Assist in monthly Client billings.

· Identify and address potential issues.

· Oversee daily project activity.

· Provide weekly project updates to clients and attend onsite client meetings including preparation of meeting agendas, meeting notes, etc.

5. Closing:

· Make sure clients are happy with our product and that we are meeting and/or exceeding their expectations.

· Make sure we finish with a strong emphasis on detail and completion of scope.

· Make sure all budgets, change orders, and inspections are completed.

· Complete client warranty book.

In summary, a project manager is the person responsible for leading a project from its inception to completion. This includes planning, scheduling, maintaining approved budget, project execution, and managing the people, resources and scope of the project. The project manager has full responsibility and authority to complete the assigned project within the budget. They also may participate in marketing and networking events.

Qualifications:

· Minimum 7-10 years of construction project management experience including supervising others preferably on high-end custom homes and remodels

· Ability to read and interpret construction documents including plans and specifications

· Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and project managementplatforms (tools)

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and forward thinking

· Effective leadership experience

Our job sites are 100% tobacco and drug free.

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits provided 60 days after employment. Company pays 75%. Retirement plan with 3% match after one year. Company vehicle provided after 90 days, or vehicle allowance. Phone allowance, vacation, and paid holidays.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $115,000 - $125,000