Construction Project Manager: Delivering Safe, Profitable Builds

STO Building Group; Sandy (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer+

Life & AD&D Insurance

Long-term Disability Insurance

Short-term Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Identity Theft Protection

Job summary

Layton Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning, management, and execution of assigned construction projects, ensuring profitability, quality, safety, and timely owner satisfaction.

You will prepare estimates, budgets, and the project management plan, coordinate subcontracts and permits, manage procurement and change orders, monitor progress, and document closeout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field.
• Minimum of five or more years project management experience
• Has a valid driver's license and a good driving record.
• Has an in-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
• Understands estimating concepts to the level required to verify bids, understand market rates, and to process change orders, etc.
• Understands contractual language and concepts and how to protect the company while providing quality service to the client.
• Has a working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
• Understands building codes and other design requirements to the extent necessary for the project.
• Reads and understands plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Has high standards of ethical conduct regarding organizational policies.
• Knows how to use effective interpersonal communication skills such as sensitivity and discernment.
• Effective working as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals.
• Skilled at making verbal presentations. Demonstrates poise and mastery of language.
• Uses proper grammar and syntax when writing.
• Knows how to delegate. Uses subordinates effectively.
• Can discern customer needs. Determines which needs can reasonably be met, then follows through.
• Knows how to present a professional demeanor in dress and speech. Makes a positive impression on customers.
• Has strong negotiation skills.
• Knows how to analyze data and use the analysis to solve problems.
• Knows how to manage processes to achieve challenging goals. Is a self-starter. Works independently.
• Knows how to operate office equipment, such as computer, printer, phone, copier, fax, etc.
• Professional affiliation (e.g., AGC member) and professional credentials (e.g., Professional Engineer (PE)) preferred.
• Community service participation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
• Ensure safety, honesty, unity, and quality in all work.
• Assist in the preparation of estimates for the project.
• Prepare project budgets and unit cost reports.
• Lead the project team in preparing the project management plan (PMP).
• Participate in value engineering services as appropriate.
• Organize and conduct pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
• Participate in the negotiation and preparation of project subcontracts.
• Participate in obtaining permits and resolving regulatory requirements.
• Prepare a project schedule and milestones with the project superintendent.
• Obtain plans and specifications and determine completeness and consistency.
• Assist business development personnel as requested.
• Plan the successful execution of the construction contract.
• Manage project materials and equipment procurement within budget and schedule.
• Develop and monitor quality, safety, and risk management plans.
• Monitor project site for cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project superintendent.
• Evaluate the schedule to meet milestones and financial goals.
• Negotiate owner and subcontractor change orders and manage cost/profit impact.
• Develop monthly client pay requests and follow up on collection.
• Control payment of job costs and coordinate with the job cost accountant.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Reading plans

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field

PE preferred

Job description

Layton Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning, management, and execution of assigned construction projects, ensuring profitability, quality, safety, and timely owner satisfaction.

You will prepare estimates, budgets, and the project management plan, coordinate subcontracts and permits, manage procurement and change orders, monitor progress, and document closeout.