MN Builders is not your ordinary builder. We have over 40 years in the construction/cabinetry business. We are employee-owned. Our people come from all kinds of work backgrounds, and industries.
An MN Builders Project Manager is responsible for the planning, scheduling, budgeting, execution, client satisfaction, and financial success of construction projects ranging in value from $500,000 to $15,000,000. This position works closely with the lead carpenter and/or site superintendent to properly and efficiently execute the many facets of residential remodels and light commercial TI projects in Monterey County. This position reports directly to the VP of Production & Quality Control and may oversee an assistant project manager or two. Duties will include, but will certainly not be limited to, the following:
CLIENT MANAGEMENT
Clearly and consistently communicate with clients, consultants and colleagues
Create meeting agendas and send out meeting minutes in a timely manner
Copy colleagues on email communications
Confirm conversational decisions with an email follow up
BUDGET OVERSIGHT
Master the contract budget and scope of work; i.e., know the plans!
Monitor the divisional budgets for subcontractor and self-performed work
Manage potential change orders during weekly site meetings and consistently issue timely change orders in Sage 100
Review job reports in Sage 100 on a regular basis and communicate with the field staff
Assemble and present end of project “Job Autopsies” to review performance
PROJECT SCHEDULING
Create and consistently update the project schedule using Microsoft Project
Oversee big picture subcontractor scheduling - scheduling subcontractors before the project starts
Track and promptly order long lead time items
Hold superintendents and lead carpenters accountable for monitoring schedule and properly scheduling subcontractors
Work with superintendents and lead carpenters on 3-week outlook schedules to distribute to subcontractors
QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL
Use Fieldwire and/or Procore on a daily basis for all internal MN communications
Hold superintendents and lead carpenters accountable for consistent use of the Document Management Platform.
Document site through project photographs
Frequently walk the job site throughout the stages of the project
Create tasks and punch lists throughout the project
Upload plan/drawing updates in a timely manner to avoid mistakes
Issue RFI’s to the design team for any potential changes
Minimum Requirements
5-10 years work experience within the construction industry.
Proven ability to manage multiple projects/activities in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
Excellent organization and communication skills.
Strong interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic.
Strong knowledge of AutoCAD, MS Project, MS Office Suite, Procore
Ideal Requirements/Software Experience
A degree in a construction related field, such as Architecture, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering. A postgraduate degree is preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
OSHA certification
Green Building certification
Construction Project Management certification
Sage 100 Contractor
Attitude
Self-motivated toward and passionate about building to the highest standard
Committed to the job (AKA showing up on time, doing what you say you’ll do, finishing what you start)
Polite, friendly, and good-humored
Appreciative of the ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) concept and ready to live it
Eager to improve yourself and your company, including mentoring others in their pursuit of excellence
Capable of putting the team ahead of self
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Frequently stand or sit for prolonged periods over the course of an 8-hour day
Often walk around job sites with uneven terrain where use of safety glasses and hardhats is mandatory
Clearly communicate accurate information with clients, colleagues, and supervisors
Perform vision-oriented tasks requiring close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 lbs
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Loud machinery and construction noise
Shared workspaces and frequent interactions with other team members
Frequent exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals
Moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or unpleasant odors while working on project sites
Occasional worksite exposure to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt/salaried position, salary range: $110,000 - $150,000/year
After 60 days successful employment, you are entitled to participate in the following benefits:
Kaiser Health coverage for employee and family
Dental coverage for employee and family
Life Insurance policy
Mental Health Services for employee and family
After 90 days successful employment, you are entitled to participate in the following benefits:
401K with Employer matching
Paid Time Off
8 Paid Annual Holidays
Sick time
Bereavement time
After one year of full-time employment, from the date of hire, you are eligible to participate in the following benefits:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. MN Builders is an equal opportunity employer.
