Entry-level Project Manager - National Accounts Facilities Dept.

DH Pace • Olathe, KS

31d • Onsite

About The Position

DH Pace Company is a distribution, construction and service organization offering a complete range of door and door related products and commercial security products. The company is privately owned and has been in operation over 95 years! We have 50+ US offices in 24 states with 2024 company-wide sales over $1 billion. Our mission is to enhance the communities we serve by improving the safety, convenience, and aesthetics of the buildings where we live, work, and play. Our foundation of values represents who we are and what we stand for. Values are never situational or circumstantial, they are always and forever. Our core values are R.I.S.E. Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. DH Pace Company, Inc., aspires to hire an Entry-level Project Manager for our National Accounts facilities team! This role is located on-site at our corporate headquarters in Olathe, KS! This individual will ensure project objectives are met by specified date and within budget by effectively planning, directing, and coordinating activities.

Requirements

• Construction Management Degree or Two (2) years’ experience as a Project Coordinator or Assistant Project Manager/Engineer for a construction/service company, sub-contractor, or property management firm preferred
• Candidates will need to have a high attention to detail and enjoy a fast-paced work environment that is very deadline focused
• Mechanically minded or inclined
• Strong mathematical ability; must verify bids for accuracy
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Access and Outlook
• Excellent communication, customer relations, and problem-solving skills
• Successful completion of references, employment verifications, background check, and drug screen required in advance of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans and specifications to determine materials needed, ordering materials, operate within customer specified budget parameters, and working with outside vendors to coordinate schedules and installs
• Direct and coordinate activities to ensure projects are progressing on schedule and within the budgeted scope; review status reports prepared by staff and clients and providing updates as needed
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and effectively communicate the technical findings of technicians to our clients and customers
• Must be able to master project coordinating and problem solving by using good judgment and forecasting
• Follow administrative procedures and processes for the management of projects on time and under budget
• Monitors and reviews all projects to ensure quality standards and customer expectations are met
• Monitor submittals/track job materials
• Determine innovative solutions to any/all problems concerning execution of jobs
• Help maintain job files by gathering information to ensure projects are completed and billed accurately
• Work with our strategic partners and internal service team in establishing and adhering to service level agreements
• Maintain and promote a positive attitude toward customers and fellow employees regardless of the circumstances
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision options: Available on the 1st day of the month following your start date!
• Paid time off plan: 13 days accrued annually during your 1st year; 16 days accrued during your 2nd year!
• Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day
• Floating Holidays: Up to 2 floating holidays per year
• Competitive compensation: Including annual performance evaluations!
• 401k retirement plan: Including an employer match!
• Company paid: Life insurance, short-term disability, & long-term disability
• and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees