Charter Construction: Project Manager/Estimator/Restoration

ZipRecruiter; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction services company is seeking a Project Manager to lead restoration projects. The role involves estimating, planning, and supervising projects while ensuring safety and quality. Ideal candidates will have experience in the restoration industry, excellent negotiation skills, and proficiency in Xactimate software. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary

Potential Bonus Pay

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401(K) plan with employer match

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience using DASH software.
• Ability to create comprehensive Xactimate estimates.
• Practical experience with MS Project and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates using Xactimate and proprietary software.
• Negotiate project scope and estimates.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the building life cycle.

Skills

Strong knowledge in restoration industry

Negotiating skills

Planning and time management

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Xactimate

DASH software

MS Project

MS Excel

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

At Charter Construction, a Brand of American Restoration Operations, we have established ourselves as a construction company that sets the standard for performance, integrity, and quality in the construction business. For over 40 years, we have built relationships with homeowners, community managers, developers, design professionals and insurance professionals delivering extraordinary results in an open and collaborative environment.

The Project Manager will have a construction focus to effectively estimate, plan, direct, and supervise restoration projects from damage through reconstruction. The Project Manager serves as a professional representative of Charter Construction playing a critical role in delivering projects consistent with service and customer expectations while maintaining a safe work environment.

We invest in the whole person so that you can build your future along with ours. We are looking for qualified candidates ready to join the Charter Team!

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates using Xactimate and proprietary software.
• Possess insurance industry specific knowledge to effectively plan, direct, supervise project objectives, maintain quality control and safety.
• Ability to negotiate project scope and estimates.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of the building life cycle (Conception, Pre-con, Active and Closeout)
• Provide directions to ensure on-schedule completion within or below budget.
• Oversee contractual changes with client and vendors.
• Maintain timely and effective communication between team, client, and insurance representative.
• Review shop drawings (interior/exterior finishes, cabinets, flooring, etc.) as needed.
• Oversee/manage design changes with insurance representative and client.
• Prepare VE/cost analysis recommendations for budget challenges.
• Supervise multiple crews simultaneously on multiple projects.
• Source and qualify vendors/subcontractors as needed.
• Maintain written communication with clients, teammates, vendors and insurance representatives.
• Manage relationship between insurance representatives, community managers, homeowners and vendors/subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge/previous experience in the restoration (fire/water/storm) industry.
• Ability to Create/write consistent and comprehensive Xactimate estimates for projects.
• 1+ years experience using DASH software
• Strong negotiating skills
• Excellent planning, time management, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of local, State and federal code requirements
• Previous experience in a managerial role or leading/motivating a team centered environment.
• Influential leadership with approachable and friendly demeanor
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to communicate with individuals across all functions.
• Practical experience with MS Project and MS Excel
• Business development and building rapport with community managers, Homeowner associations and insurance representatives.

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive Base Salary
• Potential Bonus Pay
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Hospital and other auxiliary benefits
• Company paid basic life and optional additional life insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid holidays
• 401(K) plan with employer match
• Continued education in related field and more
• Career growth opportunities!

Charter Construction is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Charter Construction is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment.

At Charter Construction, we are not looking to engage with 3rd party recruiters, staffing agencies or similar companies.