Project Manager

Wachter, Inc.; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision

Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

LTD Insurance

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA

Job summary

Wachter, Inc. in Fort Smith, AR is seeking experienced Project Managers to lead remodel projects from inception to completion. This role thrives in a fast-paced environment, requires problem-solving, and focuses on delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.

Typical 8-5 schedule with occasional overnight on-call. Construction background preferred; responsibilities include bids, forecasting resources, timelines, and maintaining customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and construction preferred.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and scope of projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing the complete life cycle of highly complex projects, including approval, planning, estimating/bidding, execution, and project closeout.
• Ensure planned results are achieved on time and within budget.
• Develops budgets, timelines, and ensures progress to plan, as well as tracking critical project achievements.
• Works with vendors and the team to establish and achieve goals.
• Communicate with customers.
• Material procurement and deliverable tracking.
• Coordinates the activities of a cross-functional team.
• On-site coordination.
• Manages the project financials.
• Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment.
• Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign.
• Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the Company and OSHA.

Job description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!

Wachter is seeking experienced Project Managers to lead and oversee the successful execution of remodel projects from inception to completion. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, is results-driven, and is dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes for our clients. This will be a typical 8-5 position, but will require answering calls overnight and after hours occasionally. Construction background preferred.

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for managing project bids, forecasting resources and timelines, and maintaining strong customer relationships throughout the project lifecycle. Your ability to stay organized, communicate effectively, and drive results will be key to your success in this role.

Benefits Package: Company Paid!

• Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits--No premium cost!
• Life, AD&D and LTD insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings

Requirements

• College Education preferred, although not required.
• Experience in any of the following fields is a plus: CAT5, Telecommunications, Fiber, Construction, or Structured Cabling IT.
• Experience working with engineered drawings, bid specifications, and construction take-offs is helpful.
• Candidate must have a proven record of managing the budget, schedule, and scope of a project
• Project management experience
• Strong understanding of business operations
• Proficient with the use of personal computers, including email, spreadsheets, and Microsoft Office programs.
• Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and follow-up skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Project Management experience in Construction, Technology, or related fields is helpful
• Commercial Construction experience is preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Managing the complete life cycle of highly complex projects, including approval, planning, estimating/bidding, execution, and project closeout
• Ensure planned results are achieved on time and within budget
• Develops budgets, timelines, and ensures progress to plan, as well as tracking critical project achievements
• Works with vendors and the team to establish and achieve goals
• Communicate with customers
• Material procurement and deliverable tracking
• Coordinates the activities of a cross-functional team
• On-site coordination
• Manages the project financials
• Acts as a key contributor in a complex and crucial environment
• Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign
• Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the Company and OSHA

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.