Service Project Manager

Job Category Construction Management Employee Type Exempt Full-Time Rice Companies is looking for a Service Project Manager to join the team at our Cedar Falls, IA office. The Service Project Manager is responsible for managing service projects from inception to completion. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders, which may include the location President, General Manager, Service Sales Manager, Senior Service Sales Manager or Client to determine project scope, specifications, and deliverables. The Service Project Manager plays a pivotal role in reviewing potential projects, preparing proposals, negotiating contracts with subcontractors, and ensuring that projects meet financial, scheduling, and quality targets. Position Responsibilities: Project Planning and Coordination: Collaborate with Senior Service Project Manager, Project Superintendent, Service Sales, and/or other stakeholders to review potential projects and determine the scope, materials, subcontractors, and equipment needed. Develop detailed estimates and project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Qualify subcontractor and supplier bids, ensuring they meet Rice Companies' standards and project requirements. Site and Resource Management: Ensure that project materials and resources are delivered to the job site in a timely manner. Oversee the compliance of subcontractors, ensuring that quality standards are met or exceeded. Maintain project schedules and budgets, ensuring timely and cost-effective project completion. Schedule self-perform field teams Communication and Reporting: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring their needs and expectations are met. Maintain professional communication with owners, customers, subcontractors, and Rice team. Collaborate with the project team, management, and clients on scheduling and project updates. Financial and Cost Management: Review and approve bids for subcontract generation and manage subcontractor/vendor billings. Identify potential cost-saving opportunities and implement strategies to optimize project profitability. Manage change orders by reviewing, approving, or denying requests from subcontractors, and communicating changes to clients for prior approval. Work closely with clients to ensure understanding and approval of any change orders or cost adjustments. Oversee project completion, prepare final estimates, and ensure accurate invoices are sent to clients. Remain in contact with clients regarding proposals, ongoing projects and potential new opportunities. Qualifications: Qualifications include, but are not limited to: Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant commercial construction project management experience Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships Strong understanding of construction methods and materials Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Project Management and Accounting software (Procore, Sage 300 and QuickBooks experience preferred) Highly organized and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on quality and client satisfaction. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. With competitive pay, family-forward benefits and a little fun mixed in, Rice Companies works to build a team that’s second to none. Medical and Dental Insurance (Select Employee-Only Premiums are 100% Company Paid) #J-18808-Ljbffr