Project Manager Trade Services

Knutson Construction Company • Rochester, MN

407d

About The Position

The Project Manager - Trade Services at Knutson Construction plays a crucial leadership role in managing and executing self-performed concrete, masonry, and general trades on various projects. This position is integral to the company's strategic initiatives aimed at profitable growth and maintaining its identity as a self-performing general contractor. The role emphasizes safety, communication, and continuous improvement while overseeing project budgets and schedules, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of commercial general contracting experience.
• Knowledge of project management and accounting applications, preferably Procore, CMiC, and Asta scheduling programs.
• Proven track record of holding subcontractors and project teams accountable for their responsibilities.
• Ability to identify and resolve quality and construction issues.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to manage project financials.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Construction-related certifications and trainings are highly desirable.
• Field experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive and support Knutson's Zero Incident Safety Culture.
• Deliver The Knutson Experience (TKE) to clients, partners, and coworkers on each project.
• Play a leadership role in all Trade Services operations on assigned Knutson projects.
• Develop comprehensive project plans, including schedules, budgets, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency of Trade Service work.
• Regularly review labor and material cost reports against budget with project team and suggest changes to resolve variances and improve performance.
• Manage the Trade services portion of monthly project team meeting (PTM) reporting.
• Lead and manage self-perform crews in collaboration with Trade Services Superintendent(s) and Foremen, ensuring productivity and quality standards.
• Provide guidance and support to Trade Service team members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Conduct regular Trade Service team meetings and progress reviews.
• Ensure all Trade Service work is performed in compliance with industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor quality and address any issues promptly.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare and submit regular financial reports to stakeholders.
• Negotiate subcontracts and manage relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Work together with on-site construction team to ensure Trade Services efficiencies are attainable starting at mobilization of Trade Services operations on site.
• Complete the procurement and project buyout process for Trade Service packages.
• Support improvement and implementation of standard operating procedures.
• Support efforts to capture Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and lessons learned directly related to Trade services and assist in collaboratively sharing lessons learned with team members throughout the organization.
• Identify and control project risk, in coordination with the project team.
• Manage projects to achieve or exceed the established Trade Services margin goals.
• Review and understand the implications of all contracts and contract document risk, collaborating with project leaders to mitigate risk(s).
• Develop and consistently implement, with support from project team, quality assurance/quality control policies and practices.
• Responsible for the Trade Services operations side of the Preconstruction process under the leadership of the Preconstruction department.
• Communicate job responsibilities and performance expectations to assure mutual understanding of desired results; resolves internal and/or external barriers that prohibit successful goal achievement.

Benefits

• Profit sharing
• Paid parental leave
• Health savings account
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Referral program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Construction of Buildings
• Education Level: Associate degree