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Sr. Project Manager - Sheet Metal

Baker Group
Ankeny, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026
PURPOSE

Create and develop relationships that align with Baker Group core values and both employees and customers. Under limited supervision, manage and administer the construction and delivery of new projects and/or alterations/modifications to existing facilities, to include contract preparation, on-site, office and shop coordination, quality control, and all aspects of project management. Performs related work as required. Maintain and grow the “Customer for Life” concept for existing and new customers.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are typical for this job. These are not to be constructed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Actively helps train and mentor fellow Team members (Project Managers and Project Engineers) to become successful at performing their job duties and to help advance their careers

• Participate in the planning and formulation of design alternatives and solutions for larger major construction projects; provide conceptual estimates, feasibility studies, and cost estimates, and may coordinate the production of basic design plans and construction documents

• Develop and administer project budgets and fiscal controls, contracts, and quality control provisions; perform project cost estimating and value engineering, as appropriate

• Oversee all aspects of the day-to-day management of construction projects; monitor and coordinate work performed by architectural, engineering, construction firms, as well as institutional, state, and local entities

• Review and interpret proposed designs, architectural and mechanical drawings, and building specifications for appropriateness to required function and/or institutional standard, and initiate revisions where appropriate; advise consultants and clients as to how best to achieve required results

• Ensure that project operations comply with design specifications, submittals, and with university, state, and federal policies and regulations

• Establish performance and delivery criteria, ensuring that client requirements are being met; prepare project specifications, and coordinate procurement, as appropriate

• Authorize issuance of contracts, purchase orders, and change orders and approve contractor invoices for payment

• Direct work sequencing to expedite project delivery and to minimize disruption of ongoing institutional operations

• Inspect, approve, and accept completed projects for the company, ensuring conformance building and life safety codes, and architectural/engineering specifications

• Represent Baker Group in business with customers, consultants, contractors, and other public and/or private agencies and organizations

• Research and prepare various reports pertaining to operations, equipment, policies, procedures, and/or other issues, as appropriate

• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned

• Accurate daily time and equipment reporting


MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• College degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience OR

• 10 years minimum work experience in the related industry

• Construction knowledge required


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid driver’s license


MENTAL AND PHYSICAL COMPETENCIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Good vision and hearing

• Solid organization, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

• Knowledge of contract language

• Crisis management skills as well as personal management skills

• Basic accounting knowledge

• Computer skills … basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook is a plus.

• Ability to multi-task and be flexible w/both tasks and working schedule

• Moderately exposed to unusual elements and may require moderate physical activity


ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

At any given time, may be exposed to:

• Normal office conditions

• Exposure to weather, heat, cold

• Wet/humid

• Exposure to dust/fumes

• Exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals

• In proximity to moving mechanical parts

• Exposure to electrical shock

• Working in high/exposed places

• Noise intensity – Loud


EQUIPMENT/TOOLS

• Computer

• Calculator

• Tape measure

• PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, safety Hi-Vis vest, safety shoes)

• Clothing: business casual and/or job site attire as appropriate

Baker Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Baker Group will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

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