Project Manager II

Project Manager IIWith offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.In the Project Manager II role, you are responsible for contributing to the overall safety, direction, completion, and financial outcome of construction projects from initial budget through project closeout.Safety is a core value at Pepper Construction and Project Managers are expected to promote and exemplify safe work practices. The Project Manager IIs are expected to work with team members in all levels of Project Management and Field Supervision to establish operational priorities and ensure a quality project. This position is expected to maintain positive and effective working relationships with both internal and external members of the Project Team and support departments.Major Responsibilities:Project ManagementEnsure customer satisfaction by identifying and exceeding client needsEstimate, value engineer, and develop project budgetsFacilitate the subcontractor bid process to include processing, distribution, and tracking of all project bidding documentationAbility to utilize software programs and templates to process, distribute, and track all project documentationNegotiate subcontractor and material buyout; develop and negotiate subcontractsPlan and schedule projectsManage jobs in progress including subcontractor coordination, conflict resolution, documentation, and ensuring quality and safety on every jobManage project costs through the ongoing evaluation of labor, material, and equipment; continue to forecast and analyze construction costs, exposures, and profits through project completionPerform project closeoutCapable of managing single projects in the $5 Million to $20 Million range or multiple small projects in various stages of construction.Build a conceptual schedule and budgetAbility to value engineerPresent clearly and professionally to owners during the bidding processManage more complex, increasingly difficult, and larger projectsCollaborate with Field Supervision to ensure smooth project executionLeadershipProvide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamworkCommunicate effectively; both written and verbalProvide training and serve as a mentor to less experienced personnelBusiness DevelopmentInteract with clients and potential clients to identify and pursue potential workPrepare and participate in client presentations and project interviewsNegotiate and secure new businessBuild relationships with owners/architects/developers beyond current projectDevelop leads and be active in industry organizationsActively develop client relationships to sustain project and future workPosition Requirements:B.S. in Construction, Engineering, or related area of study is preferred9+ years' experienceAbility to build and maintain strong working relationships across all areas of the organizationWarehouse, Healthcare, Mission Critical, K-12, and Higher Education construction experience is desiredStrong written and verbal communication skillsA collaborative approach to leading successful projectsSelf motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a teamDetail orientedPepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.