Project Manager

James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS); Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care 100% employer-paid

Life insurance

Disability benefits

HSA contribution

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off

401(k) and Roth

ESOP

FSAs

Fertility and family-forming support

On-site fitness center

Parental leave

Company vehicle or auto allowance

Job summary

DAVIS is seeking a Project Manager to support daily management and execution of construction activities in Charlotte, NC. You will oversee one or more projects, assist with safety, quality, cost controls, scheduling, estimating, bidding, and contract administration to ensure timely, within-budget delivery.

The role requires a four-year construction background, general contracting experience, and leadership of junior team members, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent construction experience.
• General contracting experience.
• Minimum of four years construction experience.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction project management.
• Ability to learn technical systems and processes.
• Ability to lead junior team members.
• Ability to organize, assess, and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Experience with project management and scheduling software.
• Sustainable building experience (LEED) preferred.
• Certifications such as CPR/First Aid, OSHA 30, WELL, ILFI, LEED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates, generate scopes of work, and prepare preliminary schedules.
• Negotiate and issue subcontract agreements and purchase orders.
• Develop detailed project construction schedule with Superintendent and partners; update timely.
• Lead project meetings with owners, design team, and trade partners.
• Enforce the DAVIS Safety program and safety plans.
• Lead project closeout processes and documentation.
• Manage HVAC, plumbing, life safety, controls, lighting, and related systems coordination.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, and schedules.
• Maintain contract documents and as-builts with updates.
• Coordinate material procurement and tracking logs.
• Responsible for financial forecasting, reporting, and monthly invoicing.
• Participate in audits and post-completion reviews.

Skills

Communication

Multi-tasking

Leadership

PM scheduling software

Safety knowledge

Team mentoring

Learning technical systems

Problem solving

Negotiation

Scheduling

Budget management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Job description

At DAVIS, we’re redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the project team with the daily management and execution of the construction process. The Project Manager manages one or more projects at various stages of construction. This role will assist with safety management, quality, cost management, contracting, scheduling, estimating, bidding and contract administration function to ensure successful completion of the project, both timely and within budget.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent
  construction experience

• General Contracting experience

• Minimum of four (4) years previous construction experience

• Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction project management, including safety standards

• Demonstrated ability to understand and learn technical systems and processes

• Ability to effectively manage and lead junior team members

• Ability to organize, assess, and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Project management and scheduling software experience

• Sustainable building experience (such as LEED certified projects)

• Certifications / accreditations (CPR / First Aid, OSHA 30-hour, WELL, ILFI, LEED) preferred

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Prepares cost estimates, generates scopes of work, and prepares preliminary schedules and site logistics

• Negotiates and issues subcontract agreements and purchase orders

• Develops the detailed project construction schedule in coordination with Superintendent, trade partners, and suppliers; updates the schedule timely

• Leads project meetings with owners, design team, and trade partners and provides documentation and follow up

• Enforces the DAVIS Safety program, participating in safety walks, and leading the development of project-specific safety plans and orientation processes

• Leads the management of the project closeout process, including preparing and completing project closeout checklists, punch list processes, and collecting and issuing project closeout documentation

• Manages and coordinates HVAC, plumbing, life safety, HVAC/BMS controls, lighting controls, AV, security, voice/data, system rough-in, controls, startup, commissioning and wiring

• Manages trade partner submittals, RFIs, change orders, and schedules

• Maintains a complete, current, and accurate set of contract documents and “as-builts”; electronically posts and updates drawings with RFIs and submittals

• Actively manages and tracks the approval, fabrication and transportation of materials necessary for construction

• Creates, maintains and shares the Material Tracking Log for the project

• Responsible for financial forecasting, reporting and preparation of Project Status Reports

• Participates in project audits and post completion reviews

• Prepares monthly project owner invoicing, including trade partner invoicing reviews, material invoicing review, and budget management

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

• Autonomy + Accountability

• Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance and oversight from managers

• Typically does not perform the work supervised

• Accountable for work of others

• Business Impact

• Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and teams company-wide

• Decisions are made without oversight and affect the success of the department / revenue group

• Guides, influences and persuades others either internally in other project / departments or externally

• Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning

• Talent Development

• May have formal management responsibilities

• Provides feedback to team members

• Adapts plans and priorities to meet project / department / company goals

• Creates opportunities for growth and development of team members

• Problem Solving + Resiliency

• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions

• Takes a new perspective on existing solutions

• Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

• TRUST

• Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations

• Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

• Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

• Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$105,000.00 - $140,000.00

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

_ The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. _

_ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. _

_ At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced. _