Job Summary
The Senior Project Manager (SPM) at Elite Contracting Solutions is responsible for overseeing all phases of construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This role is incredibly multi-faceted: managing residential, commercial, maintenance, and investment property renovation projects. The SPM serves as the primary liaison between clients, subcontractors, vendors, field personnel, and company leadership while driving project profitability and customer satisfaction. Their main focus is ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule and within budget to the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Responsibilities in no particular order:
- Manage multiple construction projects concurrently from initiation through completion.
- Custom home builds, remodels, additions, renovations, and repair projects.
- Tenant improvements, office renovations, retail buildouts, and commercial construction projects.
- Manage ongoing maintenance, repair, and service work for residential and commercial properties.
- Manage renovation projects for real estate investors and property owners.
- Develop project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, and execution plans.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, inspections, and field personnel.
- Review plans, specifications, contracts, and permits to ensure project compliance.
- Identify potential project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Maintain accurate project records, schedules, budgets, contracts, and correspondence.
- Maintain regular communication regarding schedules, budgets, progress updates, and change orders.
- Coordinate with architects, engineers, consultants, and commercial clients.
- Review estimates and assist in project budgeting and pricing.
- Monitor project costs, labor expenses, subcontractor costs, and material expenditures.
- Prepare and process change orders, budget revisions, project status reports.
- Proactively identify scheduling conflicts and implement solutions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with homeowners, property managers, investors, commercial clients, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Solicit bids and negotiate subcontractor agreements.
- Review and approve subcontractor invoices and vendor payments.
- Address customer concerns and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
- Ensure minimal disruption to ongoing business operations when applicable.
- Promote and enforce company safety policies and OSHA requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable building codes, regulations, permits, and inspections.
- Maintain project documentation related to safety and compliance.
- Investigate incidents and implement corrective measures as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field. PMP, CCM, or other construction management certifications preferred.
- Equivalent construction management experience may substitute for formal education.
- Previous experience (minimum 3-5 years) in a similar role required.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, building systems, and codes.
- Proficiency in project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel regularly between job sites.
- Ability to walk active construction sites and navigate uneven terrain.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work both in office and field environments.
- Bilingual: Spanish-speaking preferred but not required
- Experience with Mac technology products preferred but not required
Benefits/Perks
- Competitive salary - based on experience
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Company Match (where applicable)
- Vehicle allowance and/or company vehicle (where applicable)
- Cell phone allowance or company-provided device (where applicable)