Construction Project Manager

As a trusted national architecture/engineering/construction consulting firm, Marx Okubo works with real estate owners, investors and lenders-at every point of the property lifecycle-to evaluate their building projects, solve complex challenges and implement tailored solutions. We value technical proficiency, innovation, dedication and achievement as well as collaboration, both within our organization and in our client interactions.

We are currently accepting applications for a Project Manager (Construction) role for our team, with an expected starting annual salary of $150,000 - $160,000. This is a hybrid role, with 2 days in our Seattleoffice, and conduct site visits and project meetings as needed for the remainder of the week. This role has an option of remote work with additional travel for well-qualified candidates in Portland.

Essential Functions

• Manage large-scale construction project(s) through the entire life-cycle. Projects include most commercial building types, including multifamily, office, retail, industrial, and hotel/hospitality. Some higher education facilities possible
• Leverage knowledge of construction methodologies, project delivery, and contracts
• Estimate, manage costs, and meet project deadlines
• Coordinate professionals of varying disciplines
• Communicate updates, changes, and concerns in a clear and organized manner, written or verbal
• Identify and resolve issues
• Travel to job sites as needed, up to 50% locally and regionally (additional travel possible if in Oregon)

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• 6-9 years of Construction Management or Construction related Project Management
• Experience as a consultant involved in forensic work advantageous
• Required skills include:
  Strong communications skills, strong construction experience, senior level experience in Microsoft Suite of software tools, ability to learn new software programs related to our services
• Position requires Bachelor's degree or higher in Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or closely related field that offers the level of experience required
• Preferred credentials include: PMP or CCM Certification or MRICS certification (project management)
• Relevant experience with degrees mentioned above, ten years of experience with a related degree may be considered
• Must have strong skills in project management, including time management, client communication and management and safety. Experience in estimating, scheduling, cost management and project takeoffs are a big plus
• Must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures, all project delivery methods and contracting vehicles
• Ability to coordinate a team of professionals of varying disciplines to achieve top level results
• Must have clear and analytical approach to problem solving, and strong decision-making abilities
• Must have excellent presentation skills
• Ability to market our services to clients
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

Physical Requirements

Candidates should have the ability to:

• Move through construction and existing building sites over rough terrain
• See and respond to dangerous situations
• Respond quickly to sounds
• Ascend and descend ladders and stairs
• Move safely through confined spaces and narrow paths
• Work in outdoor weather conditions or unconditioned areas
• Operate a computer and other related office equipment, and possess visual acuity to read information from printed sources and computer screens
• Lift up to 40 pounds (ladders)
• Travel approximately 50% of the time both in and out of state

Benefits

Marx Okubo is a privately held Employee Stock Ownership Plan firm; employee-owned, we offer internal growth, continuing education, mentor/mentee opportunities, as well as 100% paid health insurance premiums for employee, up to a 30% match on your 401(k) contributions, and competitive compensation. Our culture is open to fresh perspectives, curiosity, and analytical mindsets.

Marx Okubo is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, military status, disability, genetic information or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is also Marx Okubo's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

We perform background checks via an agency after offers of employment are accepted and review them on an individual basis for inconsistencies or violations to determine next steps in the recruitment process.


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