Project Manager

Cameron Ashley Building Products•Greer, SC

13d

About The Position

Cameron Ashley is a wholesale distributor of roofing, insulation, gypsum, siding, and other specialty building products. We deliver an industry leading portfolio of marquee brands to customers in the lumber and building materials industry. Cameron Ashley operates a physical network of more than 65 distribution centers stocking large quantities of building materials locally throughout the United States. We feature a variety of customer-focused delivery options under the same day or next day F^ST delivery banner. Our relationship-based approach rewards customers with their PLUS® Points loyalty program, FREE merchandising, as well as purchasing and show incentives. Customers can order 24/7 online through either our CONNECT customer portal or mobile phone app. Online they will find a complete set of digital tools and resources including product availability, pricing, previous and pending orders, invoices along with secure payment options, product specifications, warranty information, and more! We work each day to exceed our customer expectations in a fun and rewarding environment. That means a laid-back atmosphere, casual dress, and open communication where employees are empowered to win every day. We offer a full benefits package including ample vacation and sick time, paid medical, dental, and vision, 401K match, and much more! We look for passionate individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a customer-focused environment. At Cameron Ashley we Play To Win! So, who is ready to join our Team and compete every day? The real estate project manager role is to effectively design and create solutions for our 50+ Distribution Centers across the United States. The role manages projects to ensure new location and retrofit changes are completed in a timely manner from start to finish. This role uses project management skills, contractor and vendor relationship skills, budgeting skills, and data analysis. The project managers work in conjunction with our distribution center managers and communicates regularly with both internal and external customers The primary function of this position is to provide project and general administrative support in a demanding and dynamic environment requiring detailed skills and experience. The Project Manager will have the ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment, professional telephone and interpersonal demeanor as well as advanced written and communication skills. The Project Manager will also play an important role in facilitating events and assisting with resolving property management issues.

Requirements

Project Coordination - Determines goals to expedite a team of associates through project life cycle. Resolves issues, guides routine work activities, and keeps team on track with project schedule. Improves workflow by implementing suggested process enhancements.
Strategy Support - Assists in the strategic development, execution, and management of projects. Maximizes available resources while minimizing risk. Ensures high quality results by employing best practices, engaging appropriate expertise, and suggesting efficiency improvements.
Collaboration - Works in conjunction with individuals, business units, and outside parties. Assists in negotiations with external consultants or vendors. Facilitates communication across functions to enhance process flow.
Reporting - Conducts methods of tracking progress and performance. Conveys results of tracking to appropriate parties through reports or other documentation.
Work directly with Architects, Engineers and Municipalities to ensure plans are designed per owner specifications and value engineered
Managing multiple projects at a time
Ability to read and understand blueprints, CAD files as well as Municipality code and requirements
Strong interpersonal skills, visual, verbal, and written communication skills
Leadership skills with an ability to motivate project members, set achievable objectives, maintain a positive outlook, take responsibility, and make decisions
Proven ability to analyze and prioritize issues external to the project and develop mitigation plans. Problem solving and decision-making skill
Willingness to travel up to 50%
Experience interfacing with multiple levels of an organization and delivering in a multi-tasking environment
Meticulous attention to detail in matters of proofreading, document processing, and relaying messages essential
Ability to take initiative, work independently, accurately and with discretion
Must be a self-starter and require little or no supervision, while utilizing time management techniques to organize and prioritize work
Ability to develop strong knowledge of company policies and procedures and serve as a department resource
Ability to proactively assess support needs and deliver solutions without prompting
Intermediate skill in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Ability to pass a drug test and background verifications
Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
Must be able to travel occasionally, including overnight travel
Must be able to constantly remain in a stationary position
Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
Excell/Word experience

Nice To Haves

Project management experience/certification preferred

Responsibilities

Determine & define project scope and objectives for renewals, relocations, and greenfields
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and plan
Coordinating pre-development underwriting of a project and initial budget analysis
Overall project administration, leadership, and technical direction of ground up projects
Manage bid requests, create subcontracts and follow through with contract execution
Responsible for sending out each projects awarded contract, tracking the status of the contracts, requesting COI/W-9/other documentation, and assist with the writing of subcontracts.
Organize, maintain, and track project files and correspondences.
Lead and mentor other project team members
Provide assistance with resolving property management issues
Solve moderately complex problems and interact with other departments to resolve issues
Lead interdepartmental meetings to coordinate the opening of new or re-located locations
Other responsibilities as assigned.
Obtain all pertinent permitting ie racking, signage, fire, security, outside storage, and other permit requirements