Project Manager

WS - Project Manager

The Project Manager will execute, monitor/control, and close the back-end construction phases of our custom complex construction projects. Interact with customers, customer's representatives, local officials, vendors, and other project stakeholders to ensure a high success rate and profitability. Execute on developed scopes of work, monitor and control project progress and results, maintain safe working conditions, manage costs and resources, and ensure quality products are presented to the end user. Participate in closing projects by receiving approvals/feedback from the customer, transitioning products to customer and Operations, provide on-going support, and assisting with the administrative financial close.

Project Support: Interpret plans, estimates and quantities of materials needed. Execute on approved plans, estimates, and procurement of work plan. Review contractor quotations and complete purchase requisitions required. Identification and solicitation of potentially new subcontractors. Execute on planned construction budgets, procedures and schedules. Review bidding and contract documents to ensure adherence to the applicable requirements. Examine building contract documents and negotiate with building owners and subcontractors on any change orders. Drive cost savings and value engineering to reduce project costs and increase margin by negotiating and coordinating the supply of labor and materials. Provide documentation of construction progress including, but not limited to shop drawings, manpower, project forecast, schedules, delays, changes, and payments. Supervise construction sites and direct project superintendents and subcontractors to make sure standards of building performance, quality, cost schedules and safety are maintained. Provide coordination of site and off-site activities for personnel and vendors including publication and distribution of project schedules, coordination and sequencing of work activities and material flows and coordination with customers and other vendors as related to scopes and responsibilities. Approve payment to subcontractors by valuation of completed work. Ensure that building regulations, standards and by-laws are enforced in building operations. Track and manage pre-established project budget through final completion. Ensure project documentation and processes are maintained. Consult with architects, engineers and other technical workers to make sure that design intentions are met. Identify problems and/or risk issues; recommend and implement solutions. Communicate cost, schedule, and issue status and provide project status updates to customer and various project stakeholders. Monitor and document job site safety programs as required. Develop business rapport with customers and act as liaison to ensure customer satisfaction. Establishment of a good rapport with existing subcontractors and manufacturers of modular products. Manage project using SAP, Procore, and Salesforce Ensure change orders are expedited, maintain change order log, and ensure work is completed Drive NPS and customer satisfaction as they relate to project execution and installation Coordinate project close-outs, substantial completions, customer hand-offs, and payments.

Customer Service: Communicating WillScot capabilities while managing client expectations Selling the modular solution and benefits and educating the customer on site during project Reviewing proposed site, existing conditions/utilities, and physical restrictions Communicate project progress efficiently and effectively Provide on-going support for completed projects Sales Support: Maintaining constant dialogue with regards to market/industry trends, customers and new opportunities Constantly communicating status on bids/proposals in progress, and customer interaction Constantly communicating status on project progress and cost management Other Duties as Assigned At times may need to assist in pre-construction technical support process including: Supporting our Sales Representatives in selling and generating new projects and opportunities Effectively managing and performing the project take-off process

Education and Qualifications: Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma/equivalent 5+ years of demonstrated successful experience in construction management related activities Required Skills and Abilities: Proven abilities with project management, estimating, and cost tracking Proven successful skills in negotiating construction and subcontractor contracts PC Proficiency in Windows environment and MS office Suite including Excel and Outlook Experience working in SAP, Procure, and Salesforce Can effectively use construction management/project management software Ability to delineate subcontractor scopes of work Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills Strong attention to detail in company processes and procedures Extensive travel required and frequency of overnight travel dependent upon geographical territory Regional travel at least 50% The highest levels of integrity An unwavering commitment to SAFETY Preferred Education and Experience: BS or AS in a Construction related field strongly preferred (i.e. Construction Management, Engineering) Preferred Skills and Abilities: Experience in Modular Construction Experience as a job site supervisor Ability to perform effective blueprint take-offs Proficient in MS Project or other construction scheduling software Physical Requirements In order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, move, about the work environment including corporate office environments, field offices and work sites which may include uneven surfaces. The employee must be able to communicate constantly and effectively in person and by phone or other web-enabled platforms. Extensive regional travel and some national travel is required.