About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, management, and execution of assigned construction projects, potentially managing one or more projects at a time. The role maximizes project profitability, promotes Layton’s objectives, achieves quality and safety standards, and meets owner expectations. The position champions “The Layton Way” and “Constructing with Integrity,” emphasizing predictable outcomes, honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

  • At least four years of project management experience in data center construction.
  • Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
  • In-depth knowledge of commercial construction processes.
  • Understanding of estimating concepts sufficient to verify bids, understand market rates, and process change orders.
  • Understanding of contractual language and concepts, including how to protect the company while providing quality client service.
  • Working knowledge of construction laws and practices.
  • Understanding of building codes and other design requirements as needed for projects.
  • Ability to read and understand plans, blueprints, and specifications.
  • High ethical standards regarding organizational policies.
  • Effective interpersonal communication skills, including sensitivity and discernment.
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member to achieve organizational and customer goals.
  • Skilled at verbal presentations, with poise and strong command of language.
  • Proper grammar and syntax in writing.
  • Ability to delegate and use subordinates effectively.
  • Ability to discern customer needs, determine which needs can reasonably be met, and follow through.
  • Professional demeanor in dress and speech, making a positive impression on customers.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Ability to analyze data and use analysis to solve problems.
  • Ability to manage processes toward challenging goals, take initiative, and work independently.
  • Ability to operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, phone, copier, and fax.
  • Professional affiliation (such as AGC membership) and professional credentials (such as Professional Engineer).
  • Community service participation.

Responsibilities

  • Champion “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.
  • Ensure “Constructing with Integrity” through honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work.
  • Assist in preparing project estimates.
  • Prepare project budgets and unit cost reports.
  • Lead the project team in preparing the project management plan.
  • Participate in value engineering services as appropriate.
  • Organize and conduct pre-award and pre-construction meetings.
  • Participate in negotiating and preparing project subcontracts.
  • Participate in obtaining permits and resolving regulatory requirements as necessary.
  • Prepare project schedules and develop milestones with the project superintendent.
  • Obtain plans and specifications and determine their completeness and consistency.
  • Assist business development personnel as requested.
  • Plan the successful execution of the construction contract.
  • Manage project materials and equipment procurement within budget constraints and in line with the project delivery schedule.
  • Develop and monitor project quality, safety, and risk management plans.
  • Monitor project site cost, safety, quality, and schedule performance with the project superintendent.
  • Evaluate schedules as necessary to meet milestones and financial goals.
  • Negotiate owner and subcontractor change orders and manage their cost and profit impacts.
  • Develop monthly client pay requests and follow up on collection.
  • Control payment of job costs through document review and approval, coordinating payments and lien releases with the job cost accountant.
  • Participate in monthly job cost reviews to declare project status.
  • Attend and document owner and other coordination meetings.
  • Coordinate project closeout procedures, including as-built drawings, closeout documentation, and letters of substantial completion and recommendation.
  • Provide project cost information to Estimating for its estimating database.
  • Direct the organization and preparation of project documents for storage.
  • Participate in project manager training.
  • Work with company departments to ensure policies and procedures are followed and corporate objectives are achieved.
  • Maintain relationships with vendors, owners, architects, community and state officials, and the general public.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Healthcare flexible spending account
  • Dependent care flexible spending account
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • Short-term disability insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity insurance
  • Home and auto insurance
  • Family support
  • Pre-tax paid parking/public transportation
  • Paid time off
  • Time away benefits
  • Paid holidays
  • Group legal
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Identity theft protection
  • Pet insurance
  • Employee assistance program
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