What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at Swinerton Builders?
The Facilities Services Project Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple small-to-mid-size projects including ground-up builds, interior renovations, tenant improvements, and warranty/service work for past projects. This role manages project scope, schedule, budget, and quality while coordinating closely with clients, self-perform crews, and subcontractors. The FS PM ensures efficient project delivery, high customer satisfaction, and adherence to safety and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Project Management & Execution
- Manage multiple projects concurrently, ranging from small ground-up structures to interior renovations, repairs, and warranty items.
- Lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and execution from preconstruction through closeout.
- Review drawings, specifications, and scopes of work to ensure full alignment with client expectations and project requirements.
- Oversee field activities and coordinate with self-perform teams (carpentry, drywall, general trades) and subcontractors.
- Ensure work meets quality standards and complies with local codes, permits, safety requirements, and company policies.
Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct regular client meetings, site walks, and progress updates to maintain transparency and satisfaction.
- Manage project changes, RFIs, and documentation with professionalism and responsiveness.
Budget & Schedule Management
- Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking.
- Prepare and negotiate subcontractor contracts and proposals.
- Maintain project schedules using internal tools; update two-week look-ahead schedules and identify risk areas early.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Safety & Quality
- Champion jobsite safety, enforce company safety standards, and ensure compliance with OSHA requirements.
- Monitor onsite work for quality assurance, proactively address issues, and ensure punch list and closeout are completed efficiently.
Operational Support & Warranty
- Manage warranty calls and service work for completed projects, coordinating field teams and vendors as needed.
- Provide ongoing support to long-term clients through responsive service and problem-solving.
Qualifications
- 3–7 years of experience in commercial construction, facility services, renovations, or similar project management roles.
- Experience managing multiple small projects simultaneously.
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods, especially in interior renovations and self-perform scopes (carpentry, drywall, doors/hardware, etc.).
- Ability to read drawings, perform basic takeoffs, and understand building systems.
- Excellent communication, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency with project management and scheduling tools (Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project/Phoenix preferred).
- OSHA 30 preferred.
Preferred Qualities
- Highly organized and able to manage fast-paced workloads.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a service-oriented mindset.
- Comfortable working independently while coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport with repeat clients.