Overview
Big-D Construction, based in Salt Lake City, UT, is looking for a Project Manager to lead high‑quality construction projects on schedule and within budget. The role is part of a mission to become the most sought‑after company in the industry.
Experience / Training
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management or another related field.
- Ground‑up commercial projects experience required.
Critical Skills
- Proficient in Procore, Suretrak, Bluebeam, MS Office.
- Excellent computer skills.
- Outstanding, Decisive Leadership.
- Ability to coach, mentor and teach team members.
- Strong organizational and communication skills (verbal and written).
- High ethical standards.
- Exhibits strong 'can do' attitude.
- Problem solver.
- Able to provide technical and procedural construction direction to teams.
- Good time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Work well in a team environment.
Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations (other duties may be assigned to meet business needs)
- Able to perform all job duties of Project Manager.
- Oversees and provides input regarding all issues that require risk management.
- Develops solutions to ensure issues never become problems.
- Develops contingency plans to mitigate potential risks to projects.
- Studies bids and construction plans carefully, looking for potential issues before project start.
- Attends at least one business development function a quarter.
- Recruit high-caliber personnel from outside sources to work at Big‑D.
- Teaches other team members to identify, document and plan to avoid risks.
- Builds strong win‑win relationships with other departments within Big‑D, including accounting, marketing, business development, field managers.
- Leads teams in a way that maximizes the contributions of each team member.
- Recognizes the skills of project personnel, nominating worthy individuals for Big‑D awards and advancement.
- Reviews (and fully understands) prime contract with Project Director and provides red line changes.
- Provides detailed contractual interpretations to the team regarding prime contracts and subcontract agreements.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience managing projects in various construction delivery methods to include Design Build, Construction Manager / General Contractor (CMGC) and Hard bid formats.
- Works with Project Director and Vice President of Field Operations to select team members best suited for the project.
- Make recommendations in project delivery method and contract award designation process.
- Supervises and provides input on methods to manage owner‑furnished material or work.
- Takes initiative and is involved during the proposal phase, including writing project management plans, creating proposal schedules, and reviewing proposals.
- Manages the job closeout process from day one of the project. This includes ensuring financial obligations to subcontractors are settled within 30 days of substantial completion, and that the final payment is received within 60 days.
- Delegates and manages the compilation of operations & maintenance (O&M) manuals and submits them in accordance with contract documents.
Benefits
- 100% Medical & Dental premiums paid for you and your family.
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution.
- PTO & Paid Holidays.
- 401(k) with match.
- Life Insurance & Disability paid for.
- Supplemental Benefits available.
- Vehicle Allowance, Phone, and computer.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.