Construction Manager

Colby Company • Portland, ME

75d • Hybrid

About The Position

Colby Co. is a midsize multi-discipline design firm specializing in architecture and mechanical, structural, electrical, fire protection and civil engineering. Seventy-five employees strong, Colby Co. is noted for its commitment to technical and service excellence in a fun, flexible, rigorous work environment. Located in the vibrant small city of Portland, Maine, Colby Co. offers a balance of opportunities for working and living well. Colby Co. has been named to the “Best Places to Work in Maine” list consecutively for the last nine years, and as an “Emerging Professional Friendly Firm” by the New England Chapter of AIA for the last four years. We are currently seeking a Construction Manager with 0–5 years of experience in construction management, cost estimating, or a related field. Entry-level candidates with relevant education, internships, or hands-on construction experience are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate should be ready to handle a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, development of construction cost estimates based on takeoffs,, project scheduling, submittal and RFI's reviews, maintaining logs, documentation management and site inspections and monitoring. The candidate would also have the opportunity to coordinate with project team members including architects, engineers, and design staff. The position is part of the Project Management and Construction Management Department. This person should be a quick, flexible thinker and problem-solver who is accustomed to working in fluid teams on tight deadlines. This full-time position will be based at Colby Co.’s office in Portland, Maine. Occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

• 0–5 years of experience in construction management, cost estimating, or a related field
• Entry-level candidates with relevant education, internships, or hands-on construction experience are encouraged to apply
• Quick, flexible thinker and problem-solver
• Accustomed to working in fluid teams on tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Ability to communicate and collaborate across teams
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Comfortable working in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment

Nice To Haves

• BS in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management preferred
• Understanding of building design and construction
• Inter-disciplinary knowledge of building systems, including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection
• Understanding of building code requirements and the industry standard of care
• Understanding of construction scheduling, cost estimating, and construction phase services a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office Suite, RS Means, MCACES MII a plus

Responsibilities

• Development of construction cost estimates based on takeoffs
• Project scheduling
• Submittal and RFI's reviews
• Maintaining logs
• Documentation management
• Site inspections and monitoring
• Coordinate with project team members including architects, engineers, and design staff

Benefits

• No cost health insurance at the employee only level, paired with an HSA the company contributes to, affordable family coverage as well
• No cost dental and vision insurance at the employee only level
• No cost life insurance of $50,000, with the option to purchase additional coverage
• No cost short term disability for 12 weeks
• No cost long term disability
• 401(k) with a 4% company match and low cost index fund options
• Paid parental leave
• Access to four company cars available for personal use
• Free parking in downtown Portland Maine
• National Parks Pass
• Reimbursement for sporting activities
• Two paid volunteer days a year
• Paid educational reimbursement
• Summer hours
• Paid time off (PTO) and flex time
• 13 paid holidays
• Ability to work remotely
• Company outings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level