Project Manager
Are you looking to work within a growth environment? A position where you will have a direct impact on the systems and processes that make a business thrive? Are you interested in helping to build a company culture of inclusion and diversity, while supporting a team of building enthusiasts who prioritize reducing the construction industry’s carbon footprint? MA Builders is looking for a motivated Project Manager to join our team! We are seeking someone with 5 years of carpentry experience and at least 2 years of management experience. The ideal candidate is adaptable, has excellent problem-solving skills and is ready to take ownership and initiative in their work in supporting our growing team and valued clients.

The Project Manager is the point person between the client, the design team, and the field crew on the jobsite, including subcontractors. The role of the Project Manager is to oversee all aspects of a project from start to finish to ensure maximum efficiency and customer satisfaction. Although the Project Manager is not expected to wear a toolbelt, the PM needs to have the technical competencies of a Lead Carpenter and the managerial skills to actively monitor all activities and personnel on the jobsite.

Required Skills and Attributes

• Respectful communication skills with team members, trade partners, and clients
• Ability to respond professionally to incoming phone calls, emails, and inquiries
• Motivation to identify and implement internal system improvements, i.e. generate company templates, maintain an organized file system for project documents, etc
• Data management, including maintaining project leads, trade partnership agreements, and insurance
• Eagerness to collaborate with the general manager to develop/or maintain company standards, policies and procedures
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft Cloud Platform products
• Proficiency with Quickbooks Desktop, preferably as it relates to construction bookkeeping
• Development of projects by assembling job books
• Working closely with Owner, client, design team, and Lead Carpenters on all phases of project development to ensure there is adequate project documentation in place prior to construction start including but not limited to: Ordering materials for projects; Creating production schedules; Maintaining communication with clients and team members throughout the project duration
• Ability to develop preliminary estimates, detailed estimates, pre-construction and construction agreements, notes to the estimates and schedules.
• Ability to manage jobs both on-site and in the office.

Physical Requirements/Considerations:

• May be required to lift up to 50lbs (infrequently)
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Occasionally ascends/descends ladders
• The person in this position needs to frequently move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc
• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a calculator, phone, copy machine, computer and printer
• Infrequently works in outdoor weather conditions

Who we are
We are a residential construction company based in Portland, ME. As a triple bottom line company we evaluate our performance in terms of impact to people, planet, and prosperity. We care about providing a great place to work with a culture and benefits which help people thrive. We are committed to making the best impact on our environment by combining building science with sustainable building practices and materials. Being profitable allows for investment in our team, community, and the growth of the business in a thoughtful way. We work to extend our values into the community, identifying opportunities to give back in various ways.

What we offer
This is a full-time position with days at the office and on site. Compensation is $32-$35 per hour, based on experience. We offer benefits including 9 paid holidays, accrued PTO and sick time, monthly health reimbursement, and a continuing education stipend. Necessary technology to support this position will be provided including a laptop. We value fostering a fun, safe work environment for all.

MA Builders is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity and neurodiversity in our crew. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

If this describes you, please submit a cover letter and resume. We look forward to meeting you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Work Location: In person