Project Manager

Kitchell

  • Austin, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 22 days ago
Job Description:Kitchell is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Austin, Texas with project experience in hospitals or higher education. This is an opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of our Texas region by maintaining positive relationships with clients and design teams, training and developing Kitchell employees to their fullest potential, and attaining the profitability objectives of the company.Our ideal candidate has:
  • 3-5 years of Project Manager experience.
  • Project experience within the local Austin metropolitan area ranging in value between $5 million to $40 million
  • Remodels and Ground up experience in a hospital or college campus environment
Requirements:Responsibilities:.
  • Ensure all project estimates are prepared in accordance with the requirements of the project. Become familiar with each estimate to fully support its integrity.
  • Review and monitor all design and construction phase documents for conformance with the budget, schedule and prime contract.
  • Prepare instructions and coordinate bidding process; review subcontractor bids for conformance, qualifications and financial factors.
  • Write and review contracts and proposals; negotiate for changes to conform with company standards and practical expectations.
  • Initiate pertinent permits, contract insurance, bond and company information needs. Ensure compliance with prime contract.
  • Negotiate and prepare subcontracts, contract purchase orders, agreement change orders and change order requests.
  • Monitor the financial responsibility and past performance of subcontractors prior to award of any subcontract. Prepare subcontractor pre-award checklist.
  • Review the subcontract pre-billing worksheet and monthly progress payment request; and monitor payment receipts and disbursements.
  • Control job cost system, information and analysis.
  • Prepare monthly project forecasts, cost reports and construction billing forecasts and other monthly project reports as required.
  • Prepare progress reports for owners and management, and make presentations with recommendations for changes.
  • Assure all project activities and closeout efforts are executed after proper planning has been done to conform to standards and specifications.
  • Supervise, mentor and perform regular performance evaluations for all employees assigned to this position.
  • Supervise, mentor and conduct quarterly check-ins for all employees assigned to this position
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field; or seven years of industry experience
Summary:About Our CompanyFounded in 1950, began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees' physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include profit sharing, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans, tuition reimbursement, weight loss, and tobacco cessation programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Kitchell