Senior Project Manager - K-12

Sundt Construction; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market salary

Bonus eligibility

401K & ESOP

Health coverage

Flexible time off

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Education assistance

Job summary

Sundt Construction in California is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to administer and execute large projects safely, profitably, and on schedule. The role includes progression from Step I to Step II, handling projects up to $199 million and a track record of 10–15 years for Step I.

You will lead relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subs, and suppliers, oversee cost control, scheduling, and procurement, and participate in business development, bidding, and contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Experience in Pre-Con managing construction projects.
• Knowledge of contract documents and scheduling systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Experience on California K-12 projects.

Responsibilities

• Transition projects from estimating to field, including contract reviews.
• Close out requirements and warranty callbacks.
• Coordinate CPM schedule with project team and procurement.
• Maintain relationships with owners, architects, engineers and subs.
• Oversee billing, payment applications and collections.
• Develop CPM schedules with Project Superintendent(s).
• Assist in estimating, bidding and contract negotiations.
• Prepare Monthly Progress Reports.
• Review change orders and cost control budgets.
• Ensure insurance and subcontractor compliance.

Skills

Pre-Con management

Contract documents knowledge

Scheduling systems

Cash flow procedures

Cost control

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for the administration and execution of assigned projects in safe, profitable and timely manner. Often assigned multiple project and/or projects of larger contract amounts and/or complexity. Manages the work in a manner consistent with standards of quality and integrity. Establishes and maintains a professional working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers. Participate as requested in business development, estimating, bidding an contract negotiation phases of the projects assigned. This position includes two "steps" (I, II), which provide for a progression of skill and experience. The Step I level is capable of managing fairly large projects of $51 - $100 million in size with typically 10 - 15 years of experience. The Step II level is capable of managing large projects of a complex nature and/or multiple projects totaling $101 - $199 million and typically with a minimum of 15 years of experience.

Job Summary

Responsible for the administration and execution of assigned projects in safe, profitable and timely manner. Often assigned multiple project and/or projects of larger contract amounts and/or complexity. Manages the work in a manner consistent with standards of quality and integrity. Establishes and maintains a professional working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors and suppliers. Participate as requested in business development, estimating, bidding an contract negotiation phases of the projects assigned. This position includes two "steps" (I, II), which provide for a progression of skill and experience. The Step I level is capable of managing fairly large projects of $51 - $100 million in size with typically 10 - 15 years of experience. The Step II level is capable of managing large projects of a complex nature and/or multiple projects totaling $101 - $199 million and typically with a minimum of 15 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Champions the orderly, timely transition of projects from the estimating phase to the field. This transition shall include contract review meetings, which encompass a review of contract requirements, general conditions, schedules, budgets, subcontracts, and purchase order agreements.


• Completes close out requirements and punch lists in a timely manner. Handles warranty callbacks quickly to maintain owner/client relationships.


• Coordinates with the Project Superintendent the means and methods required for the successful and profitable execution of the work. Reviews and monitors manpower, equipment, and material resources to accomplish this goal.


• Establishes and maintains professional working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.


• Has overall responsibility for project success, including safety, schedule, profitability, quality and customer satisfaction as well as responsibility for personnel decisions that impact the project.


• Manages all billings to ensure timely submission of payment applications and collection of payments from the


• Manages the development of the overall CPM schedule with the Project Superintendent(s) and assures all procurement is fully coordinated with the Project Engineer(s). Ensures the project team is utilizing the Last Planner System (LPS) to manage all schedules.


• Participates in preparation and review of estimates with attention to the following: adherence to cost control system, equipment requirements and utilization, constructability, formwork, materials, manpower, general conditions, schedule, insurance, etc.


• Participates in the business development process including client contact, relationships, proposals, presentations, and negotiations for selected projects.


• Prepares the Monthly Progress Report in coordination with the Superintendent(s) by the 6th of every month. Uses available reports to manage costs and prepare accurate cost projections.


• Responsible for the timely review of purchase orders and subcontracts prepared by the estimating department.


• Responsible for understanding and administering prime contract terms and conditions, contract documents, subcontract agreements, purchase order agreements, insurance, etc. This includes providing written notifications when necessary to document impacts.


• Reviews and executes all change orders, supplements, and cost control budget adjustments.


• Verifies agreements are executed with insurance in place prior to any subcontractor starting work onsite.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Experience in Pre-Con managing construction projects, thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems, productivity analysis, construction operations, cash flow procedures.


• Four year construction related degree or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience.


• Proficient use of all Microsoft Office Suite programs.


• Must have experience working on K-12 projects in California.

Note: Job Description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.)


• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis


• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis


• May use telephone, computer system, email, or other electronic devices on a limited basis to communicate with internal and external customers or vendors


• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures


• Occasionally will climb stairs, ladders, etc.


• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis


• Will interact with people frequently during a shift/work day


• Will lift, push or pull objects on an occasional basis


• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift/work day.

Safety Level

Safety-Sensitive

Note: Jobs with the Safety-Sensitive designation are those that include tasks or duties that the employer reasonably believes could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others such as operating a vehicle, operating equipment, operating machinery or power tools, repairing/maintaining the operation of any vehicle/equipment, the handling/disposal/transport of hazardous materials, or the handling/treatment/disposal of potentially flammable/combustible materials.

Pay Range: $200,000-$240,000 depending on experience

About Us

As a 100% employee-owned contractor, when you work at Sundt, you’re not just hiring on at a company, you’re joining a culture. Because everyone at Sundt is part owner, you’ll join a team of people who are deeply invested in their work. From apprentices to managers, we’re passionate about the details and deliberate in everything we do.

At Sundt we focus on building long-term prosperity for our clients, communities and employee-owners. We offer competitive pay, industry-leading benefits including a 401k and employee stock ownership plan, incentive programs for craft and administrative employees as well as training that focuses on your personal and professional growth. We’re driven by skill, grit and purpose. Join us as we strive to be the most skilled builder in America.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information; or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.

Benefit list

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)


• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance


• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K


• Industry Leading Health Coverage Starting Your First Day


• Flexible Time Off (FTO)


• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Employee Assistance Program


• Workplace Wellness Programs


• Mental Health Program


• Life and Disability Insurance


• Employee-Owner Perks


• Educational Assistance


• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

NOTICE TO EXTERNAL SEARCH FIRMS

Sundt Construction's Talent Acquisition team is the only authorized department to engage with and execute agreements on behalf of the company with external search firms, staffing agencies, and other third-party recruiting partners. Sundt Construction does not accept unsolicited candidate submissions. We will only consider candidates submitted by agencies that have a fully executed agreement with Sundt Construction on file prior to the candidate's submission.

Any candidate submitted without an active, fully executed agreement will not be considered a qualified referral, and Sundt Construction assumes no obligation to pay any placement or recruiting fees. Additionally, any unsolicited resumes submitted to any Sundt Construction employee—including hiring managers or other personnel—will be deemed the property of Sundt Construction without any obligation to the submitting agency.