Project Manager – Field Operations Construction

Wright-Ryan has been at the heart of Maine’s construction landscape over the past four decades, crafting spaces that endure. Beyond the blueprint, our team of dedicated professionals sees each project as a partnership in realizing our clients' goals. From the initial stages through project completion, we provide insightful guidance, innovative solutions, and steadfast assistance.

Spanning Commercial, Institutional, and Residential sectors, our firm thrives on diverse and engaging projects. We prioritize a close-knit community and supportive environment, essential to our success as employee owners. At Wright-Ryan, we take pride in our reputation and our role in shaping Maine's great spaces.

Job Overview

Join our Field Operations team and work alongside experienced, dedicated employee-owners who take pride in building and renovating residential and commercial spaces that exceed client expectations. If you’re committed to quality, craftsmanship, and excellence in every detail, this is the place for you.

The Project Manager plays a critical role in developing and maintaining strong relationships with homeowners and clients, architects, designers, and subcontractors. You will manage all phases of construction, ensuring the project stays on schedule, within budget, and meets the desired quality standards. This includes creating detailed project scope documents and completion plans, ensuring continuous, efficient progress throughout construction. The Project Manager will collaborate closely with Foreman and Superintendents to ensure seamless coordination of the construction process.

Job Requirements

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of project scope by reviewing plans, specifications, and estimates for residential and commercial projects.
• Create a clear project completion plan and milestone schedule, setting priorities, scheduling tasks, and assigning responsibilities to ensure uninterrupted progress toward high-quality completion.
• Proactively identify and address any risks or issues that could impact the project's timeline, financials, or quality.
• Translate the client’s goals and expectations into actionable steps for the team and communicate effectively with all parties involved.
• Ensure efficient management of billing, cash flow, and project financials using construction software and technology tools, while maintaining focus on the highest quality standards.
• Maintain stringent quality control measures to ensure that every aspect of the project meets or exceeds expectations for craftsmanship, materials, and overall finish.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of experience in the construction of high-quality residential and commercial projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction financials and the ability to effectively manage costs while maintaining high-quality standards on-site.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a focus on delivering a superior experience for clients.
• Ability to manage client relationships and foster opportunities for future business in high-end residential construction.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead and manage complex projects while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and guide project team members and subcontractors to achieve high standards of performance and quality.
• Expertise in reading and interpreting architectural plans, drawings, and specifications for custom projects.
• Experience with construction software and technology tools (ProCore, Sage Timberline, Microsoft Suite, and MS Project preferred).

Pay and Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, each employee owner shares in our financial success by receiving shares of company stock at no cost through our ESOP!

In addition to the many benefits of employee-ownership, we offer competitive pay and excellent benefits including an annual bonus pay plan, 401(k) retirement plan with match, insurance (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident), paid time off, tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.