Project Manager

Project Manager | Methuen Construction Company, Inc.

The Project Manager is a critical role in overseeing and managing construction projects. This position reports to the Project Executive and is responsible for the oversight of other teammates. This is a full-time, salaried-exempt position.

Your Role

• Review and modify original job budget established by the estimating department
• Review budget with Superintendent and VP of Operations for input and revisions
• Develop a preliminary job schedule for the project
• Review schedule with Superintendent, Executive Project Director and VP Operations for input and revisions
• Update job schedule at least once per month with input from superintendent
• Review construction means and methods with Superintendent to improve job performance
• Purchase major equipment and material
• Negotiate major subcontractor agreements for the project
• Monitor the submittal, shop drawing, and purchase order process to insure timely delivery of equipment and materials
• Manage execution of contracts, bonds, insurance certificates, contract compliance, etc.
• Manage preparation of extra work proposals and major change orders
• Monitor budgets, schedules, cost reports and job progress and review with superintendent on a weekly basis
• Visit jobs on a regular basis to review effectiveness of site supervision, job progress, quality of work and safety on the job
• Manage change orders, extra work orders, disputed claims, with owner and owner's representative to a successful conclusion
• Resolve major disputes with vendors and subcontractors
• Process payment requisitions through the owner and his/her representative
• Mentor the development of superintendents and provide feedback on performance
• Keep the senior management staff of the company appraised of job performance and any major conflicts or issues to be resolved
• Generate verbal and written communications required to meet administrative requirements of jobs
• Monitor the planning for safety on the job, application of safety rules, regulations, and programs applicable to individual job sites
• Maintain a positive image of company with vendors, subs, clients, and teammates
• Manage multiple jobs that may account for $15M to $100M in annual volume

Your Education and Experience

• Minimum of 7-10 years' experience within the construction industry required
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree required
• Experience with Timberline PM Software highly preferred
• Experience with schedule software and logic highly preferred

What You Bring to the Team

• Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of team
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, motivation) skills
• Ability to work with and manage multiple teammates
• Thorough knowledge of contract language
• Thorough understanding of job cost reporting, billing, and payable procedures

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Ability to lift a minimum of 10-25 lbs.
• Able to sit for extended periods of time
• Able to function in a standard office setting

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Methuen Construction is widely recognized as the most successful, self-performing general contractor in the industry. Built on over 60 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals. As we expand our construction territory, diversify our client base, and enhance our operational capabilities, our need for highly skilled teammates is growing! We offer top-tier compensation and benefits, in addition to a team oriented, motivated, and respectful company culture.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

Methuen Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.