Project Manager

Acquest Development, a commercial real estate developer, seeking Project Manager for it’s WNY area operations.

About Acquest Development

Acquest is a privately owned Commercial Real Estate Development Company headquartered in Western New York and founded in 1988. Acquest has completed over 10,000,000 SF in 13 states. Acquest Design Services, Acquest Construction and Acquest Development collectively acting as design-builder have completed more than 700,000 SF in the previous 5 years. Acquest is seeking a knowledgeable Project Manager to oversee its construction operations.

https://acquestdevelopment.com

Project Manager Job Description

Acquest Development is seeking a reliable Project Manager to oversee its WNY area projects in a timely and cost-effective manner. Local travel in WNY will be a regular requirement with occasional travel outside of WNY. The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing multiple ground-up construction projects simultaneously as the owner representative. This position is accountable for ensuring projects are completed on-time, on budget, and with internal and external communication that meets best practices.

Project Manager Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing multiple small to large-sized projects simultaneously
• The role will include upwards of 90% travel regionally, with the potential of traveling to other construction locations based on business needs
• Coordinate and supervise all aspects of the project from preliminary design to project close out
• Coordinate communication between all parties to ensure all aspects of the contract are fulfilled
• Oversee the logistical requirements of the project
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with construction plans and specifications, to the highest quality standards
• Delegate and manage work among the project team including project deliverables
• Complete weekly and monthly reporting is required to communicate project progress
• Scheduling and adjusting as necessary to meet contracted dates
• Regularly reviewing schedule, budget, labor, risk, and project plan to ensure work stays on track
• Setting and maintaining a project budget
• Provides first approval for all general contractors’ payment applications and validates the collection of all lien waivers
• Identifies and communicates new ideas and cost saving opportunities to construct or remodel facilities at lower costs
• Conducting site visits to inspect work, check materials, and ensure staff are following health and safety guidelines
• Procure and maintain contracts with ownership, subcontractors and vendors
• Verifies needs, costs, and appropriate backup for all proposed change orders
• Coordinating with all government and required utility vendors
• Keeping a balanced budget and coordinating all monthly payment requirements
• Coordinate maintenance of local holdings with owner’s Property Manager

Project Manager Job-Specific Competencies

• Self-starter who can manage tasks assigned to them with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of design, construction, and renovation techniques
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with internal and external parties
• Prepares written materials to meet purpose and audience
• Ability to organize and conduct group meetings
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to operate computer software: Microsoft, Excel, Outlook, Project, and Word

Project Manager Education And Experience

• 10 years of related experience as a manager or other Construction related disciplines from design phase through implementation and operation
• 10 years of experience negotiating construction, procurement, and labor contracts

Acquest Payroll Information And Benefits For The Year 2025

• Compensation is paid bi-weekly by direct deposit, between $115,000-$150,000/ annually negotiable based upon experience and expertise
• Standard benefits 1st of the month after 30 days:

– Medical, Vision and Dental insurance plans employer monthly contribution of: $640.87 single, $961.52 employee and children, $1,089.43 employee and spouse, $1,538.20 family

– A variety of voluntary employer funded benefits such as life insurance, supplemental disability insurance, critical illness insurance, Legal Shield and ID Shield to name a few

– Paid Time Off (PTO) - 80 hours

– Sick Time - 40 hours

– Employer paid life insurance, up to one times annual salary and employer paid LT Disability

– 8 Paid Holidays

– 401(k) Plan - employer safe harbor matching contribution equal to 100% on the first 3% of your elective deferred compensation and an additional 50% on the next 2% of your elective deferred compensation

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