Charter Construction: Project Manager/Estimator

American Restoration Operations LLC•Portland, OR

18h

About The Position

At Charter Construction, we are not looking to engage with 3rd party recruiters, staffing agencies or similar companies. About Charter Construction: Serving the Pacific Northwest for over 40 years, at Charter Construction, a brand of American Restoration Operations, we have established ourselves as a restoration contractor that sets the standard for performance, integrity, and quality in the restoration industry. We build relationships with homeowners, community managers, developers, design and insurance professionals delivering extraordinary results in an open and collaborative environment. About You: The Project Manager will have a construction focus to effectively estimate, plan, direct, and supervise restoration projects from damage through reconstruction. The Project Manager serves as a professional representative of Charter Construction playing a critical role in delivering projects consistent with service and customer expectations while maintaining a safe work environment. Supporting the Portland Metro, Project Managers for Charter's Specialty Projects and Restoration teams aren't your traditional Project Manager. It's not uncommon to manage 6-10 projects a week and easily complete 250 projects a year. A deep understanding of the remodeling process - dirt to doorknobs - is paramount as the successful candidate will manage a team of skilled carpenters, be proficient at estimating work, have the foresight to schedule manpower, and above all else, an excellent communicator - internally and externally. You are the main point of contact for your clients. However, it's much more than that. Since a lot of our work is performed on multi-family housing, you should be comfortable speaking with many types of people. In one day, you could receive a call from a homeowner and have to explain why your team will need access to their unit and then immediately turn around and attend a board meeting where you'll clearly articulate why a certain repair is essential and the best fix to solve the problem. (As you can see, communication is emphasized, as an entire paragraph was given to the topic). The Restoration Team offers a lot of freedom and is perfect for self-starters. However, you won't feel alone as you're surrounded by hardworking, multi-talented individuals who've created a culture of goodwill, fun, and camaraderie, all while understanding the inherent need for a good work/life balance. You'll do good work and have a good time doing it. We’re looking for people that believe as we do: you're honest, kind, understanding, client-obsessed, help your team succeed and be successful, and last, but certainly not least, fix what needs fixing, RIGHT, the first time. We invest in the whole person so that you can build your future along with ours. We are looking for qualified candidates ready to join the Charter Team!

Requirements

Good leadership and interpersonal skills
Estimate projects with values of $500-250,000.00
Must have proficient computer skills and ability to use all Microsoft products.
Must be able to work at a high pace and multitask
Capable of working effectively among diverse teams and managing multi-faceted tasks
Assume responsibility and demonstrate the ability to make sound decisions
Effective time management and organizational skills
Industry specific knowledge regarding operations, practices, regulations, equipment, methods, and materials
Possess the knowledge to complete frequent site walks and identify hazards, anticipate possible RFI questions, and anticipate materials
Possess the knowledge to walk sites acquire all the information needed to accurately bid the projects
Proven ability to perform in a lead capacity
Excellent communication skills
Takeoffs, Coordination/Scheduling
Bid requests and bid leveling
Proficiency managing estimates within Xactimate software
Possess insurance industry specific knowledge to effectively plan, direct, supervise project objectives, maintain quality control and safety.
Ability to negotiate project scope and estimates.
Maintain CPR, First Aid and OSHA 10 certification
Arrive on time daily
Engage in professional conduct regarding conflict management, problem resolution, and performance issues

Nice To Haves

Related field experience in a leadership role
Estimating experience required
Familiarity with related procedures and practices
Basic understanding of scheduling, critical path, and factors impacting the project budget

Responsibilities

Confer with direct supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays
Maintain the critical path and ensure that subcontractors are aware of the schedule
Prepare estimates using Xactimate and proprietary software.
Provide directions to ensure on-schedule completion within or below budget.
Oversee contractual changes with client and vendors.
Maintain timely and effective communication between team, client, and insurance representative.
Review shop drawings (interior/exterior finishes, cabinets, flooring, etc.) as needed.
Oversee/manage design changes with insurance representative and client.
Prepare VE/cost analysis recommendations for budget challenges.
Supervise multiple crews simultaneously on multiple projects.
Source and qualify vendors/subcontractors as needed.
Maintain written communication with clients, teammates, vendors and insurance representatives.
Manage relationship between insurance representatives, community managers, homeowners and vendors/subcontractors.
Monitor and inspect self-performed work by Charter.
Monitor and inspect work performed by subcontractors
Promptly address substandard work and become actively involved in the solution process
Photo document all damaged areas and repair work
Professionally represent Charter in regard to owners, architects, subcontractors, and company personnel
Promote a cooperative team environment with common goals
Monitor site orientation to ensure priorities and expectations are clear
Learn, follow, and enforce interior unit access protocol
Ensure that subcontractor sign in sheets are completed daily
Enforce safety policies and notify the superintendent of any violations
Develop and maintain checklist for beginning and end of the day site maintenance, cleaning, and security

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary
Bonus Incentive Pay
We offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability and other auxiliary benefits
Paid Time Off
7 Paid holidays
401(K) match
Great career growth opportunities and work life balance, typically M-F operations with rare night and weekend work

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