Project Manager I

OVERVIEW

A Project Manager I (PM I) is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering projects within scope budget, and schedule constraints while providing an exceptional client experience. The types of projects that a PM I typically manages include warehouses, low-rise office buildings, or projects with a minimal amount of risk. A PM I is accustomed to working with complete or near-complete design documents. Contract structures are traditional supply-only or low-risk supply and install contracts.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Engagement

• Develop meaningful relationships with internal and external clients, understanding their vision and requirements
• Conduct routine site and client visits generating consistent client touchpoints
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Provide regular project updates and progress reports to clients, maintaining transparency and building trust
• Address and resolve any client concerns promptly
• Periodically work from project locations as required
• Communicate and defend impacts to project budget and schedule due to design or scope adjustments

Project Leadership

• Coordinate sequence plan with erector and client that maximizes efficiency, flexibility, and reduces project risk
• Create and maintain project schedule including but not limited to submittal dates, fabrications windows, and installation milestones
• Maintain and monitor project logs (RFIs, submittals, etc.)
• Promptly address any field or fabrication issues
• Facilitate project meetings, including kickoff meetings, status meetings, and problem-solving meetings to ensure effective communication and collaboration
• Manage relationships with subcontractors & suppliers

Financial Oversight

• Monitor project budgets, track project expenses, manage project costs, and authorize adjustments as necessary to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints and financial targets
• Understand the initial project budget while incorporating and managing budget changes
• Complete monthly Profit and Loss statement review and commentary
• Collaborate with estimating to quantify any project changes and clearly communicate costs and schedule implications to the client
• Submit monthly billings, understanding costs incurred and cash flow requirements
• Manage subcontracts & commitments

Quality Assurance

• Understand and utilize standard operating procedures in order to reduce variation
• Supervise project deliverables, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to specifications
• Extensively utilize Procore for document management, RFIs, submittal logs, change management, and other project information

QUALIFICATIONS (required)

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all tasks
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning
• Ability to quickly learn and retain new information
• Ability and desire to work on project location from time to time

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (not required)

• 2 or 4-year degree with a focus on construction management or engineering
• Preconstruction/Estimating experience
• Experience estimating with Tekla PowerFab Estimating module
• Proficient in Procore (construction management software)
• Bluebeam experience (PDF management software)
• Experience in structural steel or construction industry

FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

• Project Manager II

REPORTS TO

Project Director

Benefits and Compensation:

This role is based out of our Minneapolis office. The base pay range is $70,000-$140,000 a year depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for annual bonus and profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family.

Some benefits include:

• Comprehensive Insurance coverage, Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• Wellness Program
• 401K with employer match
• Discounted company stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous paid time off
• Growth opportunities through company sponsored leadership development courses and trainings

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.