Construction Manager (Bags On)

FAIRBANK SPECIAL SERVICES CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

For almost 50 years, Fairbank Construction has earned the ranking as one of Puget Sound’s premier construction companies. We have grown a group of highly skilled professionals embodying integrity, excellence, and passion for building exceptional structures that exceed the expectations of our valued clients. Our Special Services division brings the Fairbank trusted name and commitment to quality to smaller projects and remodels. This commitment to quality, attention to detail, and seamless project management make us your trusted partner for turning your remodeling dreams into reality.

Job Description
FSS Construction Managers are trusted and empowered with a high level of responsibility. The Construction Manager facilitates the highest level of client experience from the beginning through the end of the project. They will oversee all phases of small construction projects and remodels from assignment through completion, ensuring projects are executed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Reports to FSS General Manager

Required Skills and Experience

• 5 years of experience in residential home repair and remodel, maintenance and installation
• Skilled in all types of remodel and home repair
• Ability to diagnose issues and come up with effective solutions for a range of tasks, often on the spot.
• Creative thinking to resolve unique or complex challenges.
• Customer Service Skills:
• Communication: Clear and effective communication with clients to understand their needs, explain solutions, and provide updates.
• Relationship Building: Building trust with clients, encouraging repeat business and referrals.
• Conflict Resolution: Addressing complaints or issues diplomatically, maintaining professionalism.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications for building
• General computer, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, Procore a plus
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems
• Knowledge of building materials, tools, and machines
• Valid driver’s license

Personal Attributes

• A desire and proven ability to provide outstanding client service.
• A solutions-oriented mindset, with an ability to move projects forward.
• Humble (great team players lack excessive ego or concerns about status).
• Hungry (aggressively pursues collective goals).
• Smart (emotionally smart in verbal communication and interactions with others).

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, and direct project work from initiation to completion; OWN each project.
• Assist with and approve project budgets and schedules, ensuring timely completion.
• Coordinate and manage project resources, including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Perform risk management and problem-solving to address project delays, design changes, or budget issues.
• Updating client and management with budget updates on a timely basis.
• Self-perform on-site construction operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and project specifications. This is a “bags on” role, with the FSS Construction Manager either doing the work completely on their own or physically working with FSS carpenters and laborers, depending on the size of the project.
• Oversee subcontractors, suppliers, and construction workers, if applicable, ensuring effective communication and coordination.
• Monitor project progress and resolve issues as they arise.
• Follow and enforce project safety protocols on-site, conducting safety meetings and adhering to safety guidelines.
• Maintain daily logs, timecards and documentation of project progress, site activities, and any incidents.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis for an 8-hour day
• Ability to lift 50 lbs., including overhead
• Ability to perform physical and repetitive motions
• Requires vision and hearing capabilities

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position, Monday-Friday. Fairbank Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• The hourly range for this position is $40-50 per hour
• 7 Paid Holidays per Year (plus Veteran’s Day if you are a military veteran)
• PTO 2 weeks of paid time off per year for sick, vacation and personal time, up to 4 weeks with years of service
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Health, dental, vision, accident, and life insurance after 60 days for an employee working at least 20 hours per week
• Generous cell phone stipend

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40 - $50