Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Project Manager / Estimator 

Chicago, IL

We are the nation’s largest ServiceMaster franchise company and we have a location in Chicago, IL that offers its employees on-the-job training, opportunity for career advancement, while helping people in need.

Who we are: ServiceMaster DSI provides restoration in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas. With continued investment in education, the latest tools and technology, and expert training, we are industry leaders in disaster restoration cleaning and are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.

The Position: We’re looking for an Estimator/Project manager to oversee projects for residential & commercial losses caused by fire, water, mold and natural disasters. This person will develop relationships to build and grow accounts and manage projects. This person will also oversee projects with the help from an assigned Construction Superintendent, from start to finish and manage contractors. We are seeking those with both sales and project management experience within disaster restoration ideally for commercial accounts and/or large loss.

The pay range we are offering for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on experience, that is eligible for annual and uncapped bonus.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision along with other supplementary plans
• 401K
• Generous PTO
• Competitive base salary with eligibility for Bonus
• Vehicle Stipend
  
  
  

Requirements:

• In-person site inspections required - Position is NOT remote!
• Experience in restoration and construction
• Experience with Xactimate
• Prior Disaster mitigation estimating experience 
• Ability to pay attention to details
• Good communication skills
• Valid Drivers License
• Ability to travel out of town 
• Pass background check and drug screen

Responsibilities:

• Support and implement the Company’s Project Quality Planning and Control process.
• Initiate and maintain liaison with clients and contacts to facilitate successful project execution. This includes attending client-initiated meetings as well as maintaining contact to ensure their satisfaction with on-going projects for marketing purposes.
• Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
• Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of the on-site Superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
• Evaluate construction progress and team performance to ensure projects are built on schedule and within budget.
• Manage financial aspects of contracts reporting.
• Identify all potential legal problems and litigation for their projects and review them with the Branch Manager.
• Oversee completion of project close-out.
• Represent the company in project meetings.
• Provide technical assistance and support to all members of the project team.
• Identify new work opportunities and inform Sales and Marketing of potential projects with current clients.
• Actively leads an internal team(s) that focuses on continuous improvement of the business.
• Promote the growth and development of client, subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Familiar with all Policies and Processes as it relates to this position.
• Proactively identify and solve problems to minimize risk.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive compensation
• Great Benefits
• We work together – openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships, learning together and win as a team.
• We go above and beyond for our clients and you’ll find that we have a dynamic environment where learning and growth opportunities are abundant and hard work and results are awarded.

If you’re looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, be part of the ServiceMaster DSI family.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Vets Welcome Here!