Senior Project Manager

Kent Companies; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

Job summary

Kent Companies is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Houston to lead multiple construction projects, focusing on financial results and client satisfaction. You will define SQP goals and drive safety, quality and productivity while developing team members and aligning plans with Kent’s hallmarks.

Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, submittals, change orders, and project closeout, plus fostering strong client relationships and safe work environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering preferred; 10+ years construction experience.
• 8 years as a Project Manager in similar disciplines within the industry.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook and construction software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Experience estimating for large-scale self-performed GC or concrete contractor.
• Concrete self-performing experience required; multi-project coordination.
• Experience with projects >$4 million and bids/proposals.

Responsibilities

• Generate and ensure all project information is correct and timely.
• Create the preliminary schedule for each project.
• Perform project setup, including initial contract review, cost codes, and the preliminary budget.
• Organize and set up logs for MPOs and POs to track all logged items and submittals.
• Manage an organized and accurate takeoff for each project.
• Collaborate with the Project Lead and other teams to develop a comprehensive project plan.
• Produce daily job cost reports to ensure costs align with the budget.
• Create change orders based on customer expectations.
• Execute a detailed closeout of each project.
• Ensure project safety and risk management; foster client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Concrete knowledge

MS Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Licensing / Driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

10+ years construction experience or 14 years construction-related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Career Opportunities with Kent Companies

Summary

The Senior Project Manager is accountable to the Division Manager for the financial results and client satisfaction on multiple projects. Defines and is responsible for achievement of project SQP (Safety, Quality, Productivity) goals, contributes to the development and implementation of Division specific initiatives, develops co-workers and participates in the business planning and performance of Kent Concrete. Responsible for project safety through partnerships, implementation, and adherence to Kent Companies Hall Marks.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for generating and ensuring all project information is correct and timely.
• Create the preliminary schedule for each project.
• Perform project setup, including initial contract review, cost codes, and the preliminary budget.
• Organize and set up logs for Master POs (MPOs) and POs to track all logged items and submittals.
• Manage an organized and accurate takeoff for each project.
• Collaborate with the Project Lead and other operational teams to develop a comprehensive project plan.
• When necessary, communicate important information, solutions, and opportunities to the entire team.
• Compile daily job cost reports to ensure costs and quantities align with the budget.
• Create change orders based on a clear understanding of customer expectations.
• Execute a detailed closeout of each project.
• Contributes to the Pre-Construction Processes
• Oversees Job Transition and Start-Up Process
• Accountable for Cost and Schedule
• Accountable for Project Cash Flow
• Directs and/or Oversees Staff
• Fosters Client Relationships
• Oversees Generation and Submittal of Technical Records
• Participates in the Development of Division and Project Plans and Achieves Results
• Accountable for Project and Division Safety and for Risk Management Processes
• Ensures a Safe Work Environment
• Participates in Training/Certifications
• Collaborates with the Pre-Construction, Safety, and other stakeholders in the project planning phase.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are 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 from an accredited college or university and 10 years of construction experience or 14 years of construction-related experience.
• 8 years of experience as a Project Manager in a similar discipline within our industry.
• Knowledge of Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• 5+ years of experience in project management and estimating for a large-scale self-performed GC or Concrete Contractor.
• Self-performing experience of concrete is required.
• Must have experience with various project types with an emphasis on Commercial/Structural/Multi-Family/Industrial concrete.
• Knowledge of construction principles/practices required with experience on projects over 4 million dollars.
• Previous experience with performing estimates, submitting bids, and generating proposals.
• Valid driver’s license
• Must have reliable transportation to the workplace(s)/ job location(s).
• Ability to successfully pass a background check related to driving (for any driver)
• Ability to pass drug screening.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and in the future.

Preferred Experience, Education, and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering is preferred.

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.

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 to 50 per week and are subject to change. This role requires working Saturdays and irregular hours based on construction schedules. Accepting phone calls even during nontypical workdays and hours is required.

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 5 Commercial Concrete Company that parallels Kent Companies.

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 for 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 Kent Companies Houston Texas Division

Our Houston Texas division provides comprehensive concrete construction services for commercial tilt-wall construction, garden-style residential construction, high-density mixed-use properties, elevated cast in place structures, and educational facilities. Our portfolio includes many of the most complex construction projects in the region. With this team, you’ll have a hand in the projects that change your city skyline. Learn more about our Central Texas multi-family services here: https://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.