Facilities Project Manager

Westmark Credit Union • Idaho Falls, ID

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About The Position

The Facilities Project Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and execution of capital construction, renovation, remodel, and large-scale facilities projects across the credit union’s branch and operations portfolio. Acting as the owner’s representative and functioning as a field-oriented construction leader similar to a superintendent, this role provides on-site oversight, coordination, and quality control to ensure work is performed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory, design, and operational requirements.
The Facilities Project Manager works closely with architects, engineers, general contractors, inspectors, municipalities, and internal stakeholders to manage day-to-day construction activities, resolve field issues, and ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and brand standards. Through proactive site presence, disciplined project controls, and strong leadership, this role ensures projects support the credit union’s strategic growth, member experience, and long-term asset.
Schedule: Approximately 40 hours within a Monday through Friday work week

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered.
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing commercial construction, facilities, or capital improvement projects.
• Demonstrated experience with remodels, renovations, or ground-up construction.
• Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and local jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building systems, and facilities operations.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules.
• Excellent budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting skills.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Working knowledge of computer aided drafting tools and drawing standards (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar).
• Proficiency with project management and documentation tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar).
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Frequently required to stand, walk job sites (including uneven terrain, ladders, and active construction environments), sit at a desk, and use a computer.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds (plans, samples, small equipment).
• Regular travel between branches and project locations within Westmark’s service area.
• Ability to attend and actively participate in meetings, presentations, and training sessions both virtually and in person.

Nice To Haves

• Financial institution, education, retail, or multi-site facilities experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end delivery of facilities capital projects.
• Collaborate with facilities leadership to define project scope, budgets, schedules, milestones, and success criteria.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, site evaluations, due diligence, and pre-construction planning.
• Ensure projects align with operational needs, member experience standards, and long-term facilities strategy.
• Track project performance metrics, budgets, timelines, and outcomes.
• Provide regular reports and dashboards to facilities leadership.
• Support design development, plan review, permitting, and jurisdictional approvals.
• Review contractor bids, change orders, pay applications, and closeout documentation.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety compliance, and schedule adherence.
• Support and coach facilities support staff on best practices and tools.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement in project execution and stakeholder engagement.
• Facilitate interdepartmental coordination to minimize risks and address roadblocks.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Support change control processes to manage scope, timelines, and cost variations.
• Serve as the liaison between project teams, department heads, and facilities leadership.
• Ensure clear communication and transparency throughout the project lifecycle.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (3 to 5 weeks per year, depending on tenure) PLUS 11 paid holidays.
• Excellent health insurance options for employees and family with shared premiums
• 401k with 75% company match and 2% profit sharing contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (Free counseling and legal services)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees