Construction Project Manager

SERVPRO of Metairie; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

SERVPRO of Metairie is seeking a highly skilled Construction Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of our restoration projects. You will lead customer relationships, drive service delivery, and manage project profitability from inception to completion.

The role requires strong PM experience in construction/restoration, ability to coordinate crews, subs, permits, and schedules, and to maintain budget discipline while ensuring quality and client satisfaction. Local travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction project management.
• Strong history of customer service excellence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in restoration or construction is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer service efforts, ensuring a positive experience throughout the project.
• Handle and resolve warranty claims promptly.
• Convert leads into projects through precise estimates and scoping.

Skills

Project management

Customer service

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma/GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of our construction projects. The ideal candidate will excel at managing customer relationships, ensuring excellent service delivery, and driving project profitability. The Project Manager will play a pivotal role in leading our projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are executed efficiently and effectively.

Position Responsibilities

Customer Engagement

• Lead customer service efforts, ensuring a positive experience throughout the project.
• Handle and resolve any warranty claims promptly.
• Guide customers through the construction process.

Project Management and Execution

• Convert leads into projects through precise estimates and scoping, ensuring alignment with program specifications.
• Secure project commitments with initial deposits and signed contracts from customers.
• Define and document the comprehensive scope of work for each project.
• Create detailed estimates, supplements, and change orders; negotiate and gain agreement on scope and cost with customers and clients.
• Ensure acquisition of all necessary permits and compliance with local codes.
• Develop and oversee the project schedule and timeline, monitoring and enforcing budgetary adherence.
• Identify, vet, and negotiate terms with subcontractors and resource providers, setting clear expectations.
• Manage superintendents and oversee the compilation of estimates and scope of work, coordinating workflow and conducting on-site walk-throughs for project introductions.
• Ensure all work meets the plans, specifications, and requirements of the scope of work.

General Responsibilities

• Understand and perform the duties of a Construction Project Coordinator and Construction Superintendent.
• Meet personal and team KPIs to contribute to departmental objectives.
• Take initiative and proactively fulfill responsibilities.
• Complete additional tasks assigned by the Operations Manager.

Position Qualifications and Skills

• Valid driver’s license
• High school diploma/GED; Associate degree or Bachelor’s degree is a plus
• Proven experience in construction project management.
• A strong history of excellent customer service.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in restoration or construction is a plus.

Physical Demands/Competencies

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to climb ladders, work at ceiling heights, work in tight spaces (e.g., crawl spaces, attics)
• Ability to repetitively push/pull/lift/carry objects
• Ability to work with/around cleaning agents

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

Walking and/or standing throughout the day. Frequent driving and sitting. Occasionally climbing ladders. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme conditions such as heat. The noise level at individual jobsites can be loud.

Normal Working Hours, Additional Working Hours, and Travel Requirements

This is a full-time position, generally working Monday–Friday, and requires 45-50 hours per week. However, this position occasionally requires long hours, working on-call, and weekend work. Travel is required and is primarily local.

Salary range is total compensation which includes bonuses.