Project Manager - Commercial Construction

Project Manager About the company

Wurzel Builders, LTD. is an Austin-based commercial builder committed to quality construction and building services. Our comprehensive construction services, leadership, planning and proactive approach to projects ensure each client’s vision is executed efficiently to meet or exceed their expectations. We specialize in building for some of the most well-known companies in the United States. We are committed to hiring the best talent in the industry and providing a great place for employees to learn, grow and be a part of our Wurzel work family.

The Project Manager provides overall management direction for assigned projects. Their responsibilities include ensuring each project is constructed safely, on schedule, within budget and of the highest quality possible. Additional clarification of responsibilities are noted within the Project Team Procedures Manual. The Project Manager and Project Superintendent are the primary team members on each project and each are responsible for the successful completion of each project.

• Develop a budget for each project utilizing the estimate generated by estimating as a guideline.
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  - Manage the Buy-out of each project, including subcontractor/ subcontract work package and utilize the  Wurzel Buy-Out  Process.
  • Know the scope of the work for the entire project. Review the contract documents including the contract, drawings, specifications, and addenda
  • Buy-out each subcontractor/ subcontract work package and utilize the  Wurzel Buy-Out  Process.
  • Define and write the scope of work for each subcontractor and vendor to be hired
  • Negotiate subcontracts, purchase contracts, and purchase orders with the subcontractors and vendors
  • Write each subcontract, purchase contract, and purchase order with assistance from the Project Assistant
  • Maintain a project  Buy-out  log
• Manage the financial aspects of each project including: maintaining a project forecast for each project (due at the end of each month), developing cost proposals in a timely manner for the clients as required due to changes or proposed changes, generate billings for the project, submitting pay applications and invoices monthly, and processing all subcontractor and vendor pay applications and invoices
• Hold weekly project meetings. Meetings include start-up meeting with Owner and subcontractors, weekly meetings with the subcontractors, and other meetings as requested or required.
• Generate and maintain a project schedule for each project.
• Meet weekly with the Superintendent to update the Master Schedule and generate weekly the two-week look ahead schedule.
• Monitor the construction process to ensure the project is constructed on schedule and within budget while maintaining the highest quality possible.
• Assist the Project Superintendent and provide direction to the Project Superintendent to resolve problems.
• Maintain relationship with the Owner, subcontractors and vendors. Ensure all issues of concern are resolved expeditiously.
• Exemplify Wurzel’s Mission, Vision, Philosophy and Core Values:
  • MISSION:
    We build quality projects delivered on time.
  • VISION:
    To continue producing great work that our team can take pride in by creating a collaborative environment where we enjoy working together and enhance our collective know-how. In doing so, our clients will continue receiving the quality of work and attention to detail that they have known for over 20 years.
  • PHILOSOPHY:  Say what you’re going to do and do what you say you’re going to do .
  • Wurzel Builder’s CORE VALUES:
    Teamwork, Ownership, Honesty
• Other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Construction or related degree or 2+ years of Project Management experience.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office - specifically Excel
• Strong knowledge of construction materials and processes
• Must have OSHA 30 or obtain certification within 90 days of start date
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated strong organization and problem solving skills
• Ethical behavior and integrity used in all…