Project Manager

Kent Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated project manager to oversee construction projects in Houston. This role involves collaborating closely with operations managers and superintendents to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, while adhering to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex project challenges. Join a company that values its people and offers a competitive benefits package, fostering growth and development in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Weekly pay

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Supplemental insurance options

Retirement plans with employer-matching

Holiday pay

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in construction management required.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage project activities and ensure completion within budget and schedule.
• Interface with clients to manage changes and resolve disputes.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Scheduling

Cost Control

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management

Tools

Standard Company Software

Job description

Career Opportunities with Kent Companies

Summary
The project manager is responsible for the overall setup and completion of projects within budget and on schedule, to Kent's quality of safety standards and the customer's satisfaction. This position works with the operations manager and superintendent(s) to create corrective action plans to maintain budgets, position the field team to overcome obstacles, and potentially accelerate the project schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with the Director of Operations, General Superintendents, and Superintendents to plan, organize, and direct project activities.
• Contract review and adherence to all company policies related to legally binding documents.
• Work with the contract administrator to manage the financial aspects of contracts, protecting the company’s interests while maintaining a good relationship with the customer.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within company policy and contract specifications. Confer with the Director of Operations, General Superintendents, and Superintendents to discuss work procedures, complaints, construction problems, and cost-effective means and methods.
• Interface with clients to manage any changes, issues, or disputes.
• Monitor and control the project through the administrative direction of on-site foremen to ensure it is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures with input from the Team.
• Generate & submit all change order requests within the contract terms and established unit rates.
• Approve all invoices for suppliers and subcontractors that have been correctly submitted.
• Assist in generating POs and scopes of work.
• Work with superiors to identify and mitigate risk while avoiding and managing problems.
• Generate timely AR billings for projects.
• Monitor all job costs and communicate with the Director of Operations and Superintendents to avoid job cost fade while ensuring the integrity of job costing and budgets.
• Prevent, mitigate, and manage problems related to cost overruns, product problems, or other field or project management issues.
• Formulate reports concerning work progress, costs, and scheduling.
• Requisition supplies and materials to complete the project.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.
• Represent the company’s interests in industry trade groups, job site meetings, and other industry events to build rapport with clients and prospects.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties and Responsibilities are not comprehensive and can be changed at any time, with or without notice.

Required Experience, Education, and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, construction science, or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience. 5 - 8 years’ experience in construction management, including estimating, project scheduling and control, and management of field personnel.
• Knowledge and ability to prepare detailed planning for construction projects, schedules, and estimates and to make proper modifications to such, using a computer and standard company software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and technical specifications. Ability to perform quantity take-offs, estimate construction costs, organize bid forms and bid packages, and manage project budgets. In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices is required.
• Experience building relationships and working with subcontractors and vendors.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Benefits
Kent Companies provides its employees with one of the most competitive compensation and benefits packages in the construction industry. Benefits vary by location, with a fully customized benefits package presented upon hire. Typical benefits packages include:

• Weekly pay
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• Retirement plans with discretionary employer-matching
• Holiday pay (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)

Perks associated with this role
Our goal is to offer an unparalleled career progression that is not precisely pre-determined; rather, it builds on the teammate’s strengths, interests, and pursuits as the individual gains experience, grows, and develops in their career. You would be hard-pressed to find another ENR Top 6 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

Work Environment/Physical Demand
This position works in an office environment, occasionally traveling to the field to supervise projects as required. This position requires long periods of sitting and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Position type, travel, and expected hours of work
This full-time office position requires travel to local job locations in and around Houston. Typical hours will range from 45-50 hours per week and are subject to change. This role requires working nontypical days (Saturdays) and irregular hours based on construction schedules. Due to the critical nature of the role, accepting phone calls even during nontypical workdays and hours is required. Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Office Location
Houston TX

About Kent Companies
Kent Companies is a full-service specialty trade contractor with operations across Michigan, Texas, Ohio, and the Carolinas. As a third-generation, family-owned business, we believe our people are our greatest assets. We employ over 2,000 trade professionals nationwide and deliver every project with our Four Hallmarks: Safety, Productivity, Quality, and Customer Service. Kent Companies is known as The Leaders in Concrete and continuously ranks in the Top 10 Concrete Contractors nationwide by ENR Magazine.

Kent Companies’ family of brands includes Kent Concrete, Kent Underlayments, Kent Facilities, Kent Foundation Solutions, and Foundation Rescue Supply.

Kent Concrete
We deliver comprehensive, turnkey concrete construction services to customers nationwide. Our services include structural concrete, tilt-up concrete, concrete paving, curb and gutter, and concrete pumping. From the most complex cast-in-place structures to mission-critical facilities, our customers turn to us because they know we’ll deliver the horsepower and expertise to get the job done.

About our Houston Commercial Concrete Division
Kent Concrete operates a Houston-based commercial division that delivers tilt-up concrete construction for data centers, logistics, distribution, and commercial facilities. We offer comprehensive services, including foundations, slab-on-grade, Ductilcrete slabs, and tilt-up concrete. Learn more about Kent Concrete by visiting concrete.kentcompanies.com.

EEO Statement
At Kent Companies, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. Kent Companies does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices and personnel actions, including but not limited to hiring, recruiting, promotions, performance evaluations, termination, and compensation decisions.

The Company will strive to ensure that all employees and prospective employees will be treated equally in regard to recruitment, employment, promotions, demotions, discipline, termination, access to benefits and training, leaves of absence, and layoffs. The Company will further ensure that its management staff is aware of the Company’s commitment to this policy and each member understands their individual role in the process of administering this plan.

Kent Companies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.