Senior Project Manager - East Coast

Job Description

Job Description

Who are we?

Volumetric Building Companies ( VBC ) is a vertically integrated global volumetric construction leader, headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. with locations across the United States and in Europe in the UK, Poland and Serbia.

Utilizing our technology-enabled design and engineering model, precision-driven manufacturing capabilities, and project-proven modular construction expertise, the company’s focus is on providing high quality, sustainably produced buildings in less time across varied market sectors including housing and hospitality.

As we grow, we are continually and very selectively adding top talent to our team. Our engaging culture is one that promotes teamwork, innovation, continuous learning, open and candid communications, and respect and support for one another, and for the communities in which we operate.

If you think you are one of the best at what you do and want to join us on our journey to build the future and improve lives , then we’d love to hear from you!

About the role

The Project Manager will be a member of VBC's U.S. Project Delivery Team. In this role you will manage the development and execution of a project(s) from early design through manufacturing. Starting with the design phase, you will work cross-functionally with internal departments and stakeholders to turn the concept into reality. You will use project management tools, processes, and best practice methodologies to manage scope, schedule, and cost.

This role is ideal for a seasoned manager with deep experience in the AEC or manufacturing sectors, who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and excels at managing cross-functional teams and building long-term client relationships.

The Project Manager is responsible for representing VBC, both internally and externally, in a manner that aligns with our brand and core values.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Relationship Management

• Support Project Executive with client communications and act as a point of contact between VBC and client project teams.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of the key contract terms and manage the relationship with the client and VBC in accordance with the contract.
• Responsible for final project handover to client, including appropriate documentation

Project Lifecycle Management

• Develop a charter for each project that provides clarity of roles and responsibilities, scope and objectives, financial targets, and escalation path as required
• Lead VBC project teams through design and execution; make or facilitate all project-level decisions.
• Manage project submittals and approvals internally and externally
• Schedule and lead all project meetings (internal and external).
• Manage detailed project schedules including full lifecycle and short-term lookaheads.

Contract and Scope Management

• Facilitate change management with the customer by presenting potential and actual change orders for variances to scope, including impacts to t budget, and schedule
• Monitor project progress, identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage RFI flow and communication among all stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Budget and Financial Oversight

• Responsible for project schedule and budget management from detailed design through manufacturing and delivery
• Develop detailed budget tracking, including spending and invoicing against forecast
• Review and approve project financials including invoicing, billing, and purchase orders.
• Responsible for delivering client billings, confirming against design and manufacturing progress

Internal Cross Functional Leadership

• Work cross-functionally with business development and preconstruction as necessary during design to facilitate the completion of the manufacturing contract with the customer
• Liaise between internal VBC teams – design, manufacturing, construction.
• Track procurement progress to ensure material availability, especially long lead time items
• Review project quality assessments from the Manufacturing Quality teams to understand and report on project health during the manufacturing process
• Coordinate with logistics team and all stakeholders to ensure implementation of the shipping and set plan.
• Responsible for reporting project health, including budget, schedule, design progress, procurement progress, manufacturing execution, etc.

Communication, Organizational Leadership & Team Development

• Maintain clear communication across all levels—field crews, consultants, executives.
• Mentor and develop junior project management talent within the organization.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support internal initiatives to improve project delivery processes and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with the project management team to drive lessons learned feedback loop to internal team to improve standardization and efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or related field AND at least 7 years of work experience managing projects in the manufacturing or AEC industries OR high school diploma and at least 10 years of work experience managing large-scale, multidisciplinary projects in AEC industry.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams including internal and external design teams, to deliver complex projects (ideally, from design through manufacturing and delivery).
• Experience generating, managing, and reporting project schedules and budgets.
• Experience reviewing and managing complex client and subconsultant contracts.
• Experience in identifying project risks including design deficiencies, schedule concerns, and other project-specific issues.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in reading, interpreting, and commenting on project documentation (large multidisciplinary architectural and engineering drawing sets), procedure manuals, schedules, RFIs, etc.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project.
• Experience with industry specific software and technology (e.g., SAP, BIM360, Smartsheet).
• Ability to work independently and make significant project decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.
• Experience managing 100+ unit multi-family residential projects from inception to delivery OR experience delivering customer projects in a discrete manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of building codes, zoning regulations and permit processes.

Additional Information

The Salary Range for this position is $107,000 - $160,000 annual base salary + annual performance bonus. We also off the following benefits:

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities
• VBC is an equal opportunity employer