Project Manager

Griffith Company; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous performance-based compensation

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Vacation time and sick days

401(k) program

Job summary

Griffith Company is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects in the Central Coast area of California. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the field team, ensuring projects meet objectives, and adhering to corporate policies.

With a Bachelor’s degree and expertise in public contract codes, the Project Manager will also handle financial documentation and enforce project standards. Comprehensive benefits include competitive salary and employee ownership opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.
• Strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
• Knowledge of public contract code.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and manage the field team.
• Manage all job administration and contract documentation.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Excellent time management

Knowledge of public contract code

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Build2Win

Job description

Griffith Company is an equal opportunity employer and an employee‑owned company.

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead projects in the Central Coast area as part of our company’s continued expansion within Central California. This position is responsible for overall administrative and technical direction on projects. The Project Manager will plan, direct and coordinate engineering and scheduling activities of designated projects.

Essential Functions

• Plan, organize and manage the field team with the Division Manager and Estimator.
• Establish project objectives with the Division Manager.
• Implement established corporate policies and procedures, including EEO and affirmative action responsibilities.
• Represent company by initiating and maintaining liaison with primary owner representatives.
• Attend weekly owner meetings.
• Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on‑site superintendents to ensure the project is built on schedule, within budget, and meets all minority obligations.
• Manage all job administration and contract documentation with owner, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage the financial aspects of contract, including job cost reports, billings, budget changes, change order, accounts payable processing and collections.
• Create and execute project work plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities.
• Manage day‑to‑day operational aspects of a project and scope.
• Review deliverables prepared by team before submitting to client.
• Effectively apply Griffith methodology and enforce project standards.
• Prepare for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimize our exposure to risk on project.
• Provide safety and quality control management.
• Maintain accurate forecasting and management of budgets.
• Managing subcontractors and project team (subordinates).
• Resolve problems involving labor disputes, material deliveries and contracts/subcontract administration.
• Oversee document control and coordination of subcontractors.
• Initialize baseline schedule and ensure accuracy/integrity of Project Schedule.
• Handle other duties as assigned.

Education

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.

Experience

• People management
• Strategic planning
• Risk management

Specific Job Knowledge, Skills And Ability

• Strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
• Knowledge of public contract code.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills.
• Proficiency in identifying changes on projects.
• An understanding of production is required.
• Proficiency in project projections.
• Proficiency in Build2Win.
• Thorough understanding of estimating.
• Understanding of time impact analysis and time related overhead.
• Understanding of critical path and track delays.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Other requirements may apply.

Competencies

• Project Management
• Ethical Conduct
• Highly Organized
• Negotiation
• Time Management
• LeadershipProblem Solving/Analysis
• Financial Management/Work‑In‑Progress Analysis
• Results Driven
• Process Oriented
• Communication Proficiency (Verbal & Written)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including superior health benefits.
• Generous performance‑based compensation.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) allowing employees to benefit directly and financially from company success.
• Vacation time, sick days, paid holidays, and a 401(k) program (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Annual Salary Range: $125,000 - $180,000.
• Relocation assistance provided to candidates outside the local area on a case‑by‑case basis.