Sr. PM - Leveling based on qualifications)

Westwood Contractors Inc•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Project Manager at Westwood is responsible for ensuring the company’s delivery of quality construction services to its clients by effectively managing assigned projects. It is expected that projects will be completed on time and within approved budgets, ensuring client expectations and Westwood’s financial objectives are met. Adherence to company policies, procedures, and practices in support of the company’s mission, vision, and core values is essential to success in this role. The Project Manager provides clear, concise, and timely written and verbal communication to both internal and external stakeholders. This position may be filled at the Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Project Manager level based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience. This role manages multiple construction projects from bid award and project team assignment through final project closeout, including management of required services during the project warranty period. Responsibilities include oversight of all financial activities associated with assigned projects, negotiation and buyout of subcontracts, development and execution of project schedules, review and approval of subcontractor payments and owner billings, and completion of the project closeout process. The Project Manager applies core project management competencies to ensure successful project delivery, including advising clients, managing and motivating project teams (including Westwood and subcontractor personnel), supporting company profitability, and achieving overall client satisfaction. The Westwood Project Manager must demonstrate a working knowledge of commercial construction means and methods across multiple trades and a general understanding of scopes of work required for assigned projects. The level and depth of construction knowledge required will vary based on the position level (Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Project Manager). The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to read and interpret construction drawings and be familiar with industry practices related to managing the RFI, submittal, and change order processes on commercial construction projects. Proficiency in the use of construction management and productivity technology, and the ability to adapt to new and emerging tools, is required.

Requirements

The education and experience requirements for this position will vary based on the level at which the role is filled (Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Project Manager).
Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field is preferred. An associate’s degree combined with relevant, directly applicable construction project experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
Project Management–related certifications (such as PMP or similar) are preferred.
Required experience will vary by level, generally defined as:
Assistant Project Manager: Typically, 1–3 years of experience supporting commercial construction projects.
Project Manager: Typically, 4–7 years of experience managing commercial construction projects involving multiple trades.
Senior Project Manager: Typically, 8+ years of experience managing complex commercial construction projects and leading project teams.
Regularly required stand, walk, and/or sit.
Dexterity and repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and fingers.
Using hands and fingers to grasp, push, pull, and feel.
Reach with hands and arms.
Climb, balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl.
Ability to use oral communication and the ability to hear oral communication.
Ability to create effective clear written communications and utilize a computer keyboard.
Visual acuity for accuracy, neatness or to make general observations.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field is preferred.
Project Management–related certifications (such as PMP or similar) are preferred.

Responsibilities

Review owner and subcontractor bid packages to assess project requirements.
Assist with and/or lead the solicitation of subcontractor pricing, negotiation of price and scope, and issuance of subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring all required documentation is obtained.
Prepare in-house take-offs as needed to support accurate project estimating and budgeting.
Assist with and/or develop, monitor, and help enforce the project schedule through coordination with field teams and subcontractors.
Conduct regular jobsite visits to support safe work practices and verify compliance with contract documents.
Coordinate the release of owner-supplied items and identify long-lead items to support timely procurement and delivery.
Review, approve, and/or assist with subcontractor pay requests and initiate owner and subcontractor change orders, as required.
Prepare and submit weekly project reports and updates to clients and internal leadership, maintaining clear and effective communication.
Assist with and/or prepare closeout documentation and support the project closeout process, including final billings and payments.
Monitor job costs and work-in-progress, and report variances from the approved budget to management.
Support and coach field management and project team members in day-to-day project activities to promote productivity and collaboration.
Support contract administration activities for subcontractors, including documentation of performance issues and coordination of corrective actions.
Review and process vendor and subcontractor pay requests in accordance with company procedures.