Job Description:

Who we areIt's fun to work for a company where people truly believe in what they are doing. At Birge & Held ("B&H"), we are committed to bringing excitement and energy to the business of multifamily housing. We expect every employee within our organization to be a leader working in a collaborative environment towards a shared vision. You must be ready to show up every day with a true passion for people and learning. Every leader has an exciting opportunity to profoundly impact our Purpose, "Enhancing Lives by Transforming Communities", and turn it into reality. Are you up for the challenge?The roleThe Project Manager will be responsible for daily management, coordination, and successful completion of new construction projects on multiple project sites. This person will be accountable for meeting time, cost, and quality objectives. This person must have the experience and knowledge to manage construction timelines, resources, and vendor relationships from the bidding phase to completion and product delivery. The Project Manager must be able to understand and assess the construction documents, budgets, and schedules.What you will doEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesConduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, Fair Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other laws pertaining to apartmentsMaintain a safe work environment, demonstrate that safety is a top priority for employees, subcontractors, and residentsWork with development and design teams on the production of plans and specifications for various types of multifamily productsAssess construction documents and prepare complete scopes that are all inclusive and in line with the project budgetPrepare construction budgets from plans, specifications, and pre-determined scopeManage and develop subcontractor relationships with respect to contracting, scheduling and quality controlManage and run the bidding process with subcontractorsWork with Assistant project manager to complete licensing, construction document maintenance, draws, and project accountingReview of all subcontractor contracts and work scopesReview and approval of all invoicing and construction drawsManage all project staffing functions and provide guidance for successful project completion of all functionsReview and approve weekly and monthly invoices from subcontractors prior to submitting for paymentDirect and review contractor and staff activity on-site, schedule tasks, perform punch list on completed work, resolve issues with all project members, approve change orders, coordinate product and material selectionsAssure job staff are completing any required inspections by local building authority, owners, and lendersManage communication with all project participants Monitor job costs variances through all phases of construction including but not limited to, labor, material, and equipmentPerform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit as required and on a timely basisManage multiple property projects at one time while meeting deadlines and ensuring a high quality of workPerform other related duties and responsibilities as assignedWhat you will needDesired Skills and Competencies:Excellent communication skills are required to ensure clear communications with managers, employees, contractors, vendors, and other professionalsFlexibility to work across the portfolio and travel to various propertiesStrong labor management skills and experienceAble to give direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, build consensus, anticipate roadblocks, and work in a team environmentMust be self-motivated, able to complete assigned tasks and the ability to negotiate competitive pricing of supplies and contracted workExperience pulling permits and working with building officials for construction approvalsExhibit strong attention to detail with strong emphasis on quality of workAble to perform at high levels in fast paced work environment and successfully adapt to changing priorities and work demandAble to think logically to troubleshoot, analyze situations, and make sound business decisionsEducation and Experience:Minimum of 5 years' experience in new construction, renovation management andor capital improvement projectsCompetency with the use of Microsoft Office products including Word and ExcelThorough knowledge of material design selection and job costingMust possess a valid driver's license at time of hire and maintain thereafter as a term and condition of continued employmentTraveling to properties across our portfolio will be frequent and a requirement of the roleExperience in residential property maintenance is beneficialWorking knowledge of OSHA standards and other environmental safety standardsAble to perform a variety of duties in all types of weatherWhat we offerCompetitive compensation, retirement plan option, medical, dental, vision and life insuranceA collaborative, progressive, team development environmentPaid holidays (including your birthday!) and paid time offOpportunities to make a difference in a growing and highly productive environmentBirge & Held is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.