Project Manager, Entry Level

ARCO/Murray National Construction•Emeryville, CA

18d•$100,000 - $120,000

About The Position

ARCO is seeking an entry-level Project Manager for people with experience as Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, or in construction management who are looking to develop along the project management path. Project Managers are responsible for project performance and customer satisfaction, taking projects from design through completion, and holding full profit and performance responsibility for their projects. The role offers growth opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or a related field.
0–3 years of construction management or engineering design experience.
Proficiency using 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 the managerial and administrative aspects of projects from early preconstruction through project closeout.
Work with clients and the design team to develop preliminary concept drawings and project budgets.
Participate in client proposal meetings to review scope, discuss cost reduction, provide value-engineering ideas, and negotiate contracts and fees.
Oversee subcontractor selection and the buyout process for trades and vendors.
Identify opportunities to procure materials or specialty equipment directly when advantageous to 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 during construction to review progress and address challenges with the client.
Track project performance against budget and prepare owner pay applications, cost status, and progress billing reports.

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.