Walls & Ceiling Project Manager - Wichita, KS

Higgins Group • Wichita, KS

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About The Position

The Walls & Ceilings Project Manager leads field production operations for Higgins Group’s Commercial Walls & Ceilings team. The role oversees multiple commercial projects and ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with budget, schedule, and quality standards. Acting as a key link between field teams and executive leadership, the Project Manager is responsible for workforce planning, labor productivity, manpower forecasting, and overall operational performance. The position is based in Wichita, Kansas, with out-of-town travel as required. Compensation is salary-based, determined by skills, experience, and qualifications, and paid weekly.

Higgins Group, Inc. is a multi-service specialty contractor serving Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. The company describes its purpose and core values as “Work Hard. Stay Lean. Honor Christ,” and emphasizes diligence, stewardship, integrity, respect, and joy. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test, physical, and E-Verify. Some positions may require a motor vehicle authorization check if driving for the company.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of commercial drywall and metal stud framing construction experience.
• Superintendent or foreman management experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial blueprints, management software, and estimating.
• Ability to travel out of town as required.
• Pass a drug test, physical, and E-Verify as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production activities across multiple commercial projects.
• Coordinate with leadership to align labor, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor job progress and proactively address production delays.
• Conduct regular job site visits and field audits.
• Plan workforce allocation and adjust manpower based on project needs.
• Assist with hiring, performance evaluations, and corrective coaching.
• Develop and manage project labor budgets.
• Forecast manpower requirements and labor costs.
• Monitor productivity, hours, and production rates.
• Identify cost risks early and implement corrective actions.
• Work with leadership to maintain profitability.
• Review blueprints, schedules, specifications, and scope requirements.
• Coordinate sequencing with other trades and general contractors.
• Assist in preconstruction planning and production strategy.
• Enforce company and OSHA safety standards.

Benefits

• Paid weekly

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed