Project Manager for Commercial Wood Frame Construction

Company Description

Large construction company

Our client company, a large construction company, needs a strong PM well versed in commercial wood frame projects. Hotel. Multi unit, assisted living, restaurants, Etc

Position is based in the Fitchburg / Gardner area but business is all over, mostly in Greater Boston and suburbs. Compensation based on experience and job fit.

Project Manager

• Liaise between General Contractor and our framing crew.
• Review plans and specifications to create detailed materials lists.
• Review estimates and compare to the contract drawings for accuracy.
• Review shop drawings and compare to the contract drawings for accuracy.
• Source, request quotes and track response from vendors for special order items.
• Enter materials list in computer quote system.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of work performed including generating reports on all projects.
• Maintain filing system by job and customer.
• Produce and/or track the following critical documents:
  • Shop drawings
  • Requisition s
  • Change orders
  • All other documents necessary
• Provide purchasing with material quantities and timing needs consistent with the construction schedule provided by the GC.
• Coordinate manpower and materials to maintain schedule and price and to insure completed work conforms to contract documents.
• Monitor materials usage and payment history.
• Distill materials estimate to produce project ‘schedule of values’.
• Help as needed with administrative duties including record keeping, filing and plan copying.

• Experience in a retail lumber yard is extremely desirable.
• Understanding of the IBC and IRC Building codes.
• Detailed knowledge of conventional and EWP framing procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of framing, roofing, siding, trim and hardware products used in wood frame construction.
• Competency in architectural and structural plans reading.
• Ability to cross‑reference materials needs with the construction schedule.
• Familiarity with the documentation and paperwork process necessary for commercial projects. (SOV, ASI, SKA, SKS, RFQ, RFI, GMP, C.O., Field Conflict Reports, Job meeting notes, etc.)
• Previous use of AIA format desirable but not required.
• Competency in using Microsoft Office.
• Competency in using Microsoft Project or similar project management software is very desirable but not required. (Future competency will be expected.)
• General computer literacy and typing ability.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Being bi‑lingual or tri‑lingual is extremely desirable. (English, Portuguese, Spanish)
• Competency in using estimating software desirable but not required. (Future competency will be expected.)
• Understanding of OSHA requirements as related to construction.
• Ability to multi‑task.
• Individual must be organized, able to set and maintain priorities and work self‑directed.

Vision, Medical, Life, Dental, 401K

Full‑Time