Building Systems Project Manager

Summit Contracting•Platte, SD

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Summit Contracting is a leading builder of agricultural structures and is seeking a Project Manager to oversee building systems projects. This role involves close collaboration with customers, estimating teams, sub-contractors, operations, and project superintendents to ensure project success. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing material arrivals, crew scheduling, and adherence to timeframes. Key duties include tracking customer sign-offs, order procurement, reporting on production and timelines, managing change orders, and monitoring job costs against estimates and budgets. The position also involves generating leads, conducting site visits, presenting solutions, managing a sales pipeline, developing estimates and proposals, negotiating agreements, and maintaining client relationships to foster repeat business and referrals. Staying updated on industry trends and competitor strategies is also crucial.

Requirements

Ability to travel and drive long distances as needed.
This role includes a balance of computer-based work and may include physical work on job sites, as needed.
Occasional overnight travel may be required based on project location and scheduling needs.
Ability to travel to job sites and client meetings.
Ability to work outdoors during site visits.
Ability to operate in varying weather conditions.
Must possess a valid driver’s license; Class A CDL preferred.
Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or 2+ years of building knowledge.
Proven experience and knowledge in client relations, drafting, and written communication.
Proven experience in problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage Summit building systems projects.
Communicate with customers, estimating team, sub-contractors, operations, and project superintendent.
Ensure material arrivals, crew scheduling, and timeframes are met.
Track customer sign offs, orders, and procure the job with team members.
Report on production and time frames.
Keep internal teams and external sub-contractors informed of job specifics and timeframes.
Track change orders and deliver on requested change order requests.
Track job cost on estimated vs budgeted per PC requested time frames.
Generate new leads through networking, prospecting, cold calling, and industry events.
Proactively follow up on inbound and outbound leads.
Conduct site visits and client consultations to assess needs and recommend solutions.
Present grain system solutions clearly, emphasizing value and ROI.
Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline.
Develop and deliver timely, accurate estimates and proposals.
Negotiate and close sales agreements while maintaining profitability.
Maintain accurate reporting and sales tracking through CRM tools.
Follow up on all quotes and scope development opportunities.
Collaborate with operations and project teams to ensure smooth project handoff.
Maintain ongoing client relationships to generate repeat and referral business.
Stay current on industry trends, competitor offerings, and pricing strategies.
Interact with customers to verify their project needs.
Procure materials needed on the job.
Communicate timeframes and update process of specific job.
Coordinate sub crews.
Finalize project details and ensure profitable job completion.
Job creation and expansion of the Summit brand in areas of responsibility.
Promote and uphold a strong safety culture by ensuring all job sites operate in compliance with company safety policies.
Maintain accurate and timely project updates, safety notes, and status tracking in ClickUp to ensure clear communication, accountability, and visibility across teams.