Waterproofing Project Manager

Waterproofing Project Manager

Position at Empire Southeast With over 35 years of experience, Empire Roofing Sunrise, a Tecta America company, has built a strong reputation as a full-service provider specializing in commercial, industrial, and institutional roofing solutions, offering expert roof replacement, repair, and maintenance across built-up roofing, modified bitumen, single-ply systems, and architectural metal roofing, while also delivering comprehensive building envelope solutions that ensure lasting protection, efficiency, and performance for every project we take on. We are seeking a Waterproofing Project Manager for our commercial roofing shop in Sunrise, Florida. The Waterproofing Project Manager is responsible for estimating, planning, and managing commercial roofing projects with a strong emphasis on waterproofing systems and building envelope protection. This role independently oversees all phases of the project from initial inspection and pricing through installation, quality control, and closeout. The Waterproofing Project Manager serves as the primary contact for clients, field crews, subcontractors, and design professionals, ensuring work is completed safely, on schedule, and to spec. This position reports directly to the President.

Job Functions:

• Manage all waterproofing scopes within commercial roofing projects, including membranes, coatings, sealants, flashing, below-grade systems, and specialty detailing.
• Oversee project startup, scheduling, procurement, manpower planning, quality control, and closeout.
• Conduct routine field inspections to verify substrate conditions, adhesion, installation methods, and compliance with manufacturer requirements.
• Coordinate with subcontractors and crews to ensure proper sequencing, safety, and jobsite productivity.
• Track and control project budgets, labor hours, materials, equipment, and change orders.
• Resolve jobsite issues and customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Perform detailed take-offs and site assessments to produce accurate scopes of work for waterproofing and roofing integration.
• Prepare cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services using The Edge or similar estimating software.
• Develop clear and concise proposals, bid packages, and project documentation.
• Identify discrepancies in drawings, plans, and specifications, and communicate potential scope gaps.
• Act as the main point of contact for building owners, GCs, architects, engineers, and property managers.
• Conduct or participate in pre-bid, project startup, progress, and closeout meetings.
• Maintain ongoing communication with clients throughout the project to ensure expectations are met and documented.
• Represent the company professionally in all interactions.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Essential):

• High school diploma or equivalent required; construction-related degree preferred.
• Commercial Roofing Service experience
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in waterproofing, roofing, or building envelope project management.
• Strong technical knowledge of commercial waterproofing systems (hot-applied, cold-fluid, sheet membranes, air barriers, sealants, coatings, flashing details, etc.).
• Experience reading blueprints, specs, details, and architectural drawings.
• Proficient with estimating programs (The Edge preferred) and Microsoft Excel/Word.
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and regularly visit job sites.
• Strong organization, problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Valid driver's license (Clean DMV background)

Empire Roofing Sunrise, a Tecta America company, offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid time off, and paid holidays to support the well-being and financial security of our employees. Tecta America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.