Lead Mass Timber Project Manager

Mercer Mass Timber; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Fitness allowance

Health Care Spending Account

Job summary

Mercer Mass Timber is seeking a Project Manager to lead mass timber projects across Spokane, WA; Conway, AR; and Penticton, BC. The role reports to the Project Executive and covers the full lifecycle from design through delivery, with focus on optimizing mass timber use.

The position offers flexible location—based at our Vancouver head office or at any production facility—and requires ~10–15% travel to North American sites. 7+ years PM experience and strong leadership are expected.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of substantial experience as a Project Manager in the Construction Industry.
• Mass Timber project experience is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (preferred).
• Demonstrated experience as a Preconstruction Manager, Construction Manager or similar role in commercial/industrial manufacturing.
• Expertise in cost estimating, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Proficient with software such as Bluebeam, Excel, MS Project or P6 scheduling, and Procore or similar CM programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Leadership and mentorship能力 to grow the Mercer Mass Timber team.

Responsibilities

• Establish comprehensive budgets and contract prices (GMP/Lump Sum).
• Participate in RFP response efforts and project interviews.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Fabrication Design, Manufacturing, and Construction teams for alignment across all project phases.
• Negotiate change orders with clients and subcontractors with the Risk Manager.
• Maintain cost control ledgers and track job costs against budgets.
• Prepare billing and lien waivers with Finance and ensure timely payments.
• Manage vendor coordination, buys, shop drawings, and material delivery per schedules.
• Develop and oversee project schedules using MS Project or comparable tools.
• Create delivery schedules and site logistics with Superintendents and Contractors.
• Foster relationships with General Contractors, Owners, Architects, Engineers of Record, and subcontractors.
• Assist in preconstruction efforts and ensure timely submittals.
• Issue RFIs for clarity and resolution as needed.
• Lead regular project meetings and document minutes.

Skills

Mass Timber project management

Cost estimating

Budgeting

Scheduling

Excel

MS Project

P6 scheduling

Procore

Communication skills

Mentoring / Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

MS Project

P6 scheduling

Procore

Job description

Mercer Mass Timber is seeking a Project Manager to lead mass timber projects across Spokane, WA; Conway, AR; and Penticton, BC. The role reports to the Project Executive and covers the full lifecycle from design through delivery, with focus on optimizing mass timber use.

The position offers flexible location—based at our Vancouver head office or at any production facility—and requires ~10–15% travel to North American sites. 7+ years PM experience and strong leadership are expected.