Job Summary:As a
Project Manager in the Restoration Department, you will lead and oversee complex restoration projects from inception to completion, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and client satisfaction. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills who can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for planning, budgeting, scheduling, and coordinating all aspects of restoration projects, while maintaining compliance with safety standards and delivering results that align with RAM Construction Services' commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities:Project Planning & Pre-Construction- Review and interpret project specifications, drawings, and contracts.
- Participate in project kickoff meetings and develop project-specific execution plans.
- Coordinate project submittals, procurement schedules, and long lead item tracking.
- Develop and maintain baseline schedules and (3)-week lookaheads.
Project Execution & Coordination- Background in working for a subcontractor and/or running multiple jobs at once.
- Direct day-to-day activities on-site and manage subcontractor performance.
- Maintain consistent communication with field teams, superintendents, and foremen.
- Coordinate inspections, RFIs, and submittals with design teams and owners.
- Track material deliveries, manpower utilization, and production rates.
- Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with contract documents.
Financial Management & Documentation- Maintain and update project budgets, forecasts, and job cost reports.
- Manage billing process (SOVs, pencil draws, lien waivers).
- Identify, price, and track change orders and additional work.
- Monitor committed costs and vendor/supplier invoices for accuracy.
- Ensure timely entry of PCOs and pending change orders into systems (e.g., Acumatica, Procore).
Project Closeout & Handoff- Coordinate punch list completion and final inspections.
- Oversee project documentation, including as-builts, warranties, and O&M manuals.
- Facilitate final billing and ensure all contractual obligations are met.
- Conduct project debrief meetings to review lessons learned.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field OR equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of experience managing construction projects (commercial, industrial, or restoration preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, scheduling software (e.g., MS Project), and project management platforms (e.g., Procore, Blue Beam).
- Strong knowledge of construction principles, methods, materials, and costs
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications required
- Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs.
- A high degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong leadership and management skills
Preferred:- OSHA 30 Certification
- Experience managing self-performing crews and subcontractor coordination
- Familiarity with unit price, T&M, and lump sum contracts.
Travel: Travel to and from job sites is required. RAM will compensate for travel expenses if applicable.
Work Environment: As a Project Manager for RAM, the employee will be exposed to office and job-site/field settings. Work environments may include, but are not limited to, seasonal temperatures, high or low spaces, small spaces, loud and frequent noise, standing/walking for up to 10 hours a day, indoor/outdoor settings, and areas near traffic.
