Head of Project Management (Remote)

Description The Project Manager is responsible for delivering construction services The Samet Way out of our Wilmington office, bringing projects in within agreed-upon budgets and timeframes while meeting or exceeding quality standards and client expectations. The role carries comprehensive oversight of all project phases, from preconstruction through closeout.

Assist with project procurement strategy, trade partner solicitation, quantitative take-offs, and general conditions development.

Manage designers and design/procurement completion for negotiated, design-build, or construction-management-at-risk projects.

Participate in developing Project Management Plans (PMP), including teamwork plans and responsibility matrices.

Create detailed project schedules using company software, including work breakdown structures appropriate to owner contract requirements; update and distribute master schedules monthly and manage changes and corrective actions.

Understand all contract terms, conditions, payment requirements, schedule demands, and risk elements, and maintain a comprehensive understanding of project plans and specifications.

Create detailed scopes of work and prepare purchase orders and subcontracts within established signature policy limits.

Implement prequalification and risk management plans for subcontractor/supplier selection.

Ensure all required bonds and insurance coverage (GL, WC, PL, AL, BR) are in place, and that subcontracts are executed, before on-site work begins.

File required notices of contracts, lien agent notices, and project statements within specified timeframes.

Mentor project managers, engineers, and coordinators; Maintain client relations consistent with account management plans, targeting "Raving Fan" ratings (9/10) on surveys.

Prepare accurate cost projections and cash flow forecasts, and implement change management processes.

Conduct pre-installation meetings, implement "Never Fail" guidelines, and maintain document control processes.

Prepare monthly owner status reports and document all project meetings and conversations.

Maintain all project system modules and logs in the Prolog system (PCO/COR/CO Logs, Drawing/Specification Logs, Submittal Logs, RFI Logs, etc.).

Ensure record documents (as-built drawings) are updated and maintained for owner turnover.

Conduct 11-month project walkthroughs and correct any non-compliant work.

Ensure site-specific and work-scope safety plans are in place and followed, promote "best in class" safe work practices, and work with subcontractors to improve their safety programs.

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business administration, or comparable relevant experience.

5+ years independently manages midsize-to-large projects.

Experience managing commercial/industrial, education, multi-family, or healthcare construction projects.

Strong leadership, management, and computer skills with exceptional attention to detail.

Professional credentials such as PMP, CCM, or DBIA certification (required-level expectation increases with seniority).

Experience leading negotiated design-build or construction-management-at-risk delivery.

Established relationships in the Wilmington / coastal NC market and trade-partner community.

Communicate clearly in writing and speech, with effective presentation skills.

Continuously seek better methods and creative solutions.

Manage time effectively while maintaining systematic work processes.

Regularly required to sit, walk (including on rough or uneven surfaces), use hands and fingers to handle equipment and files, reach, drive, bend, talk, see, and hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Office-based with frequent, recurring visits to construction sites. Frequent travel required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Ability: Computer Skills: Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office and SharePoint. Able to collaborate remotely via Zoom or Teams and type complex correspondence.

Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; and draw and interpret bar graphs.

Able to comprehend and execute detailed written and oral instructions using common-sense reasoning, and navigate obstacles involving a few concrete variables in conventional situations.

Samet is a leader in construction and real estate development services, headquartered in Greensboro, NC, with a market focus on Commercial, Industrial, Healthcare, Education, and Multi-Family Housing. Founded in 1961, Samet is an ENR Top 400 Contractor, with offices in Greensboro, Charlotte, Wilmington, and Raleigh, NC; Our projects are found throughout NC, SC, GA, and VA.

As a member of the Samet team, you can expect generous paid time off, parental leave, comprehensive benefits coverage (HSA and traditional), a great team and culture, tuition reimbursement, wellness rewards, a 401(k) with company match, and long- and short-term disability.