Remote Construction Project Manager

Description KWH Constructors, Inc is a privately owned, growing steel erector with a construction engineering subsidiary. We are looking for a Project Manager to join our team in the Portland area. KWH is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining the best talent in the industry. KWH offers a competitive salary and benefits, plus the opportunity to help KWH grow into an industry leading steel erector in the US. Incorporated in Canada and the United States, KWH Constructors is a full service, turn-key construction company specializing in all erection-oriented projects. We are an engineered erector and installer of bridges, machinery, heavy equipment, and complex steel structures. When it comes to the challenging field of structural steel erection, KWH offers superior standards of performance and workmanship by a highly experienced team. From our structural engineers to our construction superintendents and field supervisors, the KWH team knows construction from start to finish. KWH uses innovative methods to complete jobs to the highest standards, in terms of quality, safety, cost efficiency, and environmental friendliness. Location: Portland, OR area. Responsibilities As an active member of the Management Team, you will direct field operations, be responsible for management of all field expenses and job costing. Oversee steel erection activities working with the Construction Manager and General Superintendent, Superintendent, General Foreman, and Foreman. Ensure project and Company safety standards and environmental programs are adhered to. Lead and develop all aspects of project planning, overseeing project execution and close-out, and ensuring optimum utilization of labor, material, and other resources across projects. Complete monthly project forecasts. Evaluate daily production, schedule, and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Manage projects costs daily, weekly, and monthly including project invoicing to Owners / Clients and ensuring timely payments to Vendors and other parties working for KWH. Develop project schedules including labor, equipment, and material requirements. Manage and maintain a project schedule: daily, weekly, monthly. Maintain current contacts, and development new contacts, in the construction industry with a view to sourcing new steel erection opportunities in Oregon and other US markets. Be an ambassador of the Company both internally and externally while liaising with Clients, Owners, and Unions. Review structural steel erection estimates and proposals and lead estimates and proposals when required and or appropriate. Recommend and approve field asset purchases. Mentor, coach, and supervise General Superintendents, Superintendents, General Foreman, Foreman, Project Engineers, and Field Engineers. Proactively seek new business opportunities through relationships. KWH is currently looking to expand operations within Oregon, Washington, California, Alaska, and other parts of the Western United States. What We Offer Competitive compensation package including vacation and paid sick leave. Comprehensive benefit package including medical / extended health care, dental, and vision. Self-directed company paid 401(k) contributions. Salary based on experience: $120,000-150,000 depending on experience. 3 to 4 weeks of vacation per year, with credit for prior industry experience. 10-days paid sick leave. 13 paid holidays a year. Job Type: Full-time, exempt. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Requirements 8+ years of construction experience. Structural Steel erection experience is essential. Exemplary leadership skills, including strong teambuilding capabilities. Steel Bridge and Industrial construction experience would be advantageous. General Contractor background / experience is preferred. Degree in Civil or Construction Engineering would be valuable but is not required. Registered Professional Engineer would be beneficial. Good knowledge of crane / lifting operations and rigging. Site experience working with the structural ironworker trade. Excellent communication skills for internal and external clients (oral, written, and presentations). Must be eligible to work in the US. Eligibility to work in Canada would be advantageous. Physical Demands / Work Environment Work is performed in a combination standard office, field office, construction site, and hybrid / home environment. KWH is willing to work with all employees on a work environment that allows them to accel; however, as a Project Manager, extensive time will be spent at field offices and construction sites. Subject to standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and lifting of objects up to 75 pounds; may occasionally be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and extreme noise when conducting site visits and working in the field. KWH promotes a safe and healthy work environment and provides appropriate safety and equipment training for all personnel as required.