Project Manager

Bouten Construction Company • Spokane, WA

25d • $108,000 - $139,000

About The Position

Bouten Construction Company is hiring a Project Manager in Spokane, Washington. The Project Manager provides overall leadership for project execution, cost, quality, risk, safety, and schedule management, and mentors Bouten team members. The role also develops and strengthens relationships with clients and other stakeholders, including design professionals, trade partners, and the communities where Bouten builds.

The Project Manager leads projects from preconstruction through delivery, managing project teams, finances, contracts, schedules, procurement, and project-specific safety planning. The role supports self-perform work, company innovation and Lean project delivery initiatives, team member development, and targeted business development and marketing strategies.

Bouten describes itself as a company with more than 80 years of history in the Inland Northwest and notes that it was recognized as a Best Places to Work INW for four consecutive years, 2023–2026. The stated salary range is $108,000 to $139,000, with an annual discretionary bonus and additional benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 4–6 years of related experience, including managing projects valued at $20 million–$75 million.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to create and support positive team health and morale.
• Strong decision-making and complex problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative and engaging leadership style.
• Complete understanding of cost estimating, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint; Procore; and Timberline (Sage Intacct).
• Experience with alternate project delivery methods, including GC/CM, design-build, and CMAR.
• Excellent follow-up and attention to detail; sense of urgency; strong organization; and ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, resourceful, and positive approach; excellent interpersonal and creative skills; ability to remain focused on goals while adapting when necessary; and a self-starting, results-oriented approach.
• Desire for professional growth and career advancement opportunities to a senior project manager or project executive.

Nice To Haves

• Design-build experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the project team to achieve outstanding project outcomes.
• Manage project finances, including estimating, cost control, productivity tracking, forecasting, and billings.
• Maintain detailed, hands-on knowledge of project scope.
• Manage relationships with owners.
• Collaborate with the company safety director and superintendent to develop and implement a project-specific safety culture and plan.
• Identify and manage project risks.
• Understand owner contract requirements and ensure compliance.
• Create and maintain the overall project schedule with the project superintendent, including execution of the Last Planner System.
• Review project scope and bid packages, including trade partner buy-out and contracting, and manage ongoing costs.
• Support and advance company initiatives involving innovation and Lean project delivery.
• Support Bouten team member career development and conduct performance management reviews.
• Support self-perform work.
• Lead preconstruction efforts with support from the preconstruction services team.
• Assist with targeted business development and marketing strategies and play a key role in project procurement.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance.
• Vehicle allowance.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for the employee and family.
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
• Three weeks of vacation and 12 sick days.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Philanthropy and volunteer opportunities.
• Service awards and recognition.
• Training and continued education support.
• On-site gym.
• Clothing allowance.
• Team events, including a holiday party, annual golf tournament, summer event, and annual town hall.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level