Commercial Construction Project Manager - From $75,000 to $90,000 Based Upon Experience

Moana Nursery•Reno, NV

25d•$75,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Commercial Construction Project Manager is responsible for the operating performance of half of Moana Nursery’s Commercial Landscape Construction teams, with expected annual revenue of $2,500,000. The role supervises two to four construction teams, comprising approximately 8 to 20 teammates depending on the season and projects. The position covers cost-based estimating and business development, project coordination and planning, contract administration, service execution, quality control, customer service, subcontractor liaison, team leadership, and training. The Project Manager ensures projects are conducted safely, efficiently, and profitably while meeting quality, schedule, and cost goals. A minimum of three years of landscape project management or estimating experience is required. The role involves estimating and bidding projects, interpreting plans and contract documents, preparing proposals and schedules, managing project scope and administration, coordinating with clients and project teams, and evaluating performance against estimates. It also involves leading and training teammates, following company processes and safety policies, and helping grow the landscape construction business. Construction teams typically work Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Project managers adapt their schedules to the needs of the position. The position requires prolonged standing and walking, prolonged computer use while seated, and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Requirements

At least three years of landscape project management or estimating experience.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
OSHA 30 certification.
Expertise in hardscape, irrigation, and landscape installation.
Knowledge of general horticultural best practices.
Computer literacy, including Microsoft products.
Excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
Ability to sit in front of a computer for long periods.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish.
Nursery Worker Certification.
I.C.P.I. Certification.
Q.W.E.L., Irrigation Association, or Landscape Industry certification.
Experience with Asset by Include software.

Responsibilities

Uphold Moana Nursery’s safety policies.
Meet with potential and existing customers and build effective working relationships with clients.
Listen actively to understand customers’ and teammates’ objectives and perspectives, and build trust through effort, honesty, integrity, and follow-through.
Evaluate potential projects and prepare estimates and bids.
Conduct thorough take-offs from construction plans to define accurate project scope.
Accurately estimate labor, material, and equipment costs and develop pricing that meets business objectives while remaining competitive.
Prepare proposals that clearly state what is and is not included in the scope of work.
Sell projects based on quality, solutions, customer service, and value rather than price alone.
Communicate confidently and professionally in individual and group settings.
Develop schedules and plans for efficient execution of contract work.
Read and understand contract documents and project requirements.
Plan proactively with project teams and execute projects with urgency.
Manage scope changes clearly and communicate them frequently.
Complete project administration tasks accurately and on time.
Analyze individual and team project performance against estimated expectations.
Develop expertise by learning from and overcoming failures or mistakes.
Lead and train team members to build capabilities and advancement opportunities.
Participate in constructive feedback and conflict resolution, supporting customer and teammate success.
Maintain enthusiasm for the environment, community, and team.
Follow Moana Nursery business processes fully and accurately.
Help grow Moana Nursery’s landscape construction business.