Title: Project Manager (Ground Work Construction)

Reports To: Senior Project Manager

Direct Reports: Project Engineers, Project Coordinators

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Overview

Southern California-based commercial construction & development company Howard CDM is seeking a reliable and team-oriented Project Manager with a strong background in ground work, underground utility installation, landscape, and hardscape.

As a Project Manager at Howard CDM, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects in a variety of market sectors. The ideal candidate is an eloquent communicator that can adapt to different personalities and various jobsite conditions. The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating construction projects according to predetermined timelines and budgets while working in collaboration with the assigned project team to ensure quality and timely completion of the project. The Project Manager must be able to assess problems and make informed decisions on behalf of Howard CDM’s goals and is directly accountable for the safety and financial performance of the project.

Project Management

• Manage project development from initiation to closure; this includes costs, schedules, safety, and closeout
• Monitor quality assurance
• Work with the client to outline scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budget and timing
• Develop, build, and maintain a strong and professional relationship with owners, architects, and subcontractors
• Prepare RFP’s, level bids and negotiate costs
• Prepare and manage project budget and schedule
• Prepare and manage design and construction contracts and subcontracts.
• Track and report on project milestones and provide status reports to owner
• Clearly communicate to team members and act as a mediator between stakeholders and the team
• Lead, coach and motivate project team members
• Develop tools and best practices for project management and execution
• Ensure all documents are archived following project completion
• Compile and process monthly progress billings, administering change orders
• Support your team in other necessary duties determined as-needed
• Lead weekly OAC Meetings and possess the necessary skills to manage all participants effectively and with the utmost professionalism.
• Manage projects costs / cost reports and be able to present and discuss the project costs with senior management and company executives.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree (preferably in Construction Management, Building Construction, Civil Engineering, or related field) or 5 years of position-related experience
  • In-depth experience with groundwork, underground utility installation, landscape, and hardscape specifically required.
• Experience in dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and self-perform work
• Strong leadership abilities with the ability to coordinate work on multiple facets of a project
• Effective presentation, interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Good time management and multitasking abilities
• Experience with project-related software such as Bluebeam and Procore
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Microsoft Project
• Thorough knowledge of commercial construction activities and business management, along with a working knowledge of state contractor’s license law, legal issues, and safety standards
• Valid California Driver’s License Required
• OSHA 10 or 30 A Plus

Logistics & Benefits

• Full-Time, 8am-5pm
  • Reporting to our HQ in Bellflower as well as visiting relevant construction sites as needed
• $125,000 - $150,000 annually
• Auto and Phone reimbursements if applicable
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO
• Section 125 Plan and Flex Spending Accounts

How We Determine What We Pay
Howard CDM determines pay for positions using local, national, and industry-specific survey data. We evaluate external equity and the cost of labor/prevailing wage index in the relative marketplace for jobs directly comparable to jobs within our company. Our posted salary range is based on national data and may be refined for a candidate's region/town/cost of living.

For new hires, we strive to make competitive offers allowing the new employee room for future growth. Salaries will be based on the applicant’s location, level of experience, education, and specialized knowledge and skills. Additionally, we consider the external market rate, the amount we have budgeted internally, and internal equity within the company for the same position. An employee/candidate with a stronger skill set will receive higher pay.

Howard CDM is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Howard CDM is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

All offers of employment at Howard CDM are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check, drug screen, and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US.

Employment with Howard CDM is at will. This means your employment is for an indefinite period of time and it is subject to termination by you or Howard CDM, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time. Nothing in this policy or any other policy of Howard CDM shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way, the at-will employment status of Howard CDM employees.