WS - Project Manager

WillScot•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager will execute, monitor/control, and close the back-end construction phases of custom complex construction projects. This role involves interacting with customers, customer representatives, local officials, vendors, and other project stakeholders to ensure high success rates and profitability. The Project Manager will execute developed scopes of work, monitor and control project progress and results, maintain safe working conditions, manage costs and resources, and ensure quality products are presented to the end user. Responsibilities also include closing projects by receiving customer approvals/feedback, transitioning products to the customer and Operations, providing ongoing support, and assisting with administrative financial close.

Requirements

High School Diploma/equivalent
5+ years of demonstrated successful experience in construction management related activities
Proven abilities with project management, estimating, and cost tracking
Proven successful skills in negotiating construction and subcontractor contracts
PC Proficiency in Windows environment and MS office Suite including Excel and Outlook
Experience working in SAP, Procure, and Salesforce
Can effectively use construction management/project management software
Ability to delineate subcontractor scopes of work
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills
Strong attention to detail in company processes and procedures
Extensive travel required and frequency of overnight travel dependent upon geographical territory
Regional travel at least 50%
The highest levels of integrity
An unwavering commitment to SAFETY

Nice To Haves

BS or AS in a Construction related field strongly preferred (i.e. Construction Management, Engineering)
Experience in Modular Construction
Experience as a job site supervisor
Ability to perform effective blueprint take-offs
Proficient in MS Project or other construction scheduling software

Responsibilities

Interpret plans, estimates, and quantities of materials needed.
Execute on approved plans, estimates, and procurement of work plan.
Review contractor quotations and complete purchase requisitions.
Identify and solicit potentially new subcontractors.
Execute on planned construction budgets, procedures, and schedules.
Review bidding and contract documents to ensure adherence to applicable requirements.
Examine building contract documents and negotiate with building owners and subcontractors on any change orders.
Drive cost savings and value engineering to reduce project costs and increase margin by negotiating and coordinating the supply of labor and materials.
Provide documentation of construction progress including shop drawings, manpower, project forecast, schedules, delays, changes, and payments.
Supervise construction sites and direct project superintendents and subcontractors to ensure standards of building performance, quality, cost schedules, and safety are maintained.
Provide coordination of site and off-site activities for personnel and vendors, including publication and distribution of project schedules, coordination and sequencing of work activities and material flows, and coordination with customers and other vendors as related to scopes and responsibilities.
Approve payment to subcontractors by valuation of completed work.
Ensure that building regulations, standards, and by-laws are enforced in building operations.
Track and manage pre-established project budget through final completion.
Ensure project documentation and processes are maintained.
Consult with architects, engineers, and other technical workers to ensure design intentions are met.
Identify problems and/or risk issues; recommend and implement solutions.
Communicate cost, schedule, and issue status and provide project status updates to customer and various project stakeholders.
Monitor and document job site safety programs as required.
Develop business rapport with customers and act as liaison to ensure customer satisfaction.
Establish a good rapport with existing subcontractors and manufacturers of modular products.
Manage projects using SAP, Procore, and Salesforce.
Ensure change orders are expedited, maintain change order log, and ensure work is completed.
Drive NPS and customer satisfaction as they relate to project execution and installation.
Coordinate project close-outs, substantial completions, customer hand-offs, and payments.
Communicate WillScot capabilities while managing client expectations.
Sell the modular solution and benefits and educate the customer on site during the project.
Review proposed site, existing conditions/utilities, and physical restrictions.
Communicate project progress efficiently and effectively.
Provide ongoing support for completed projects.
Maintain constant dialogue regarding market/industry trends, customers, and new opportunities.
Constantly communicate status on bids/proposals in progress and customer interaction.
Constantly communicate status on project progress and cost management.
Assist in pre-construction technical support process, including supporting Sales Representatives in selling and generating new projects and opportunities.
Effectively manage and perform the project take-off process.