Project Manager, Mission Critical Construction

ARCO/Murray National Construction•Emeryville, CA

1d•$84,000 - $160,000

About The Position

ARCO/Murray National Construction is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its Mission Critical team in Emeryville, California, focusing on pricing and managing data center construction projects nationwide. The Project Manager has responsibility for project performance, customer satisfaction, and guiding projects from design through completion, including full profit and performance responsibility for assigned projects. The role leads managerial and administrative work from preconstruction through project closeout. It involves working with clients and design teams on concept drawings and budgets; participating in proposals, value engineering, and contract negotiations; overseeing subcontractor selection and buyout; and coordinating project scopes, schedules, and site logistics. During construction, the Project Manager leads client meetings, monitors budget and progress, and manages pay applications and billing reports. ARCO emphasizes making the construction process enjoyable while maintaining quality and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related field.
2–10 years of construction management or engineering design experience.
Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Microsoft Project.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading ground-up commercial, light industrial, hospitality, or entertainment construction projects.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate managerial and administrative aspects of projects from preconstruction through closeout.
Work with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budgets.
Participate in proposal meetings to review scope, discuss cost reductions and value engineering, and negotiate contracts and fees.
Oversee subcontractor selection and buyout for trades and vendors.
Identify opportunities to procure materials or specialty equipment directly when beneficial to the project budget or schedule.
Work with the Project Superintendent to develop and review subcontractor scopes of work and contracts, the project schedule, and the site logistics plan.
Lead preconstruction planning meetings with designers, subcontractors, and vendors to address constructability, sequencing, and manpower issues.
Lead weekly or bi-weekly on-site OAC meetings after construction begins to review progress and address challenges with the client.
Track project performance against budget and prepare owner pay applications, cost status updates, and progress billing reports.
Support a positive construction process for clients, subcontractors, and vendors without compromising quality or safety.

Benefits

Industry-leading performance-based bonus program.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Traditional and Roth 401(k).
Tuition reimbursement for associates.
Scholarships for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child.
One-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel.
One week of paid volunteer leave each year.
100% charitable match.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
Paid parental leave.