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Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is one of the largest and most reputable interior and exterior contracting firms in the US. WPI provides superior contracting services for drywall, prefabrication, metal studs, acoustical systems, wall panels, fireproofing, fire stopping, stucco, claddings, painting, windows, doors/frames/hardware, and more. Headquartered in Wilsonville, Oregon, WPI also has offices in Eugene, Seattle, Reno, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City, Boise, Phoenix, and Spokane.

WPI serves the West including Oregon, Washington, California, Idaho, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Montana, Hawaii, Alaska and other regions determined by our growing national customer base. Since WPI's inception in 1972, we have provided award‑winning construction without sacrificing integrity, safety or efficiency. We are proud that a large percentage of our business comes from repeat customers. Our service‑oriented, fast‑track approach, coupled with an attention to detail has resulted in a superior reputation within our industry.

We work hard every day to earn our customers' trust and confidence. Throughout our history, our dedication to our employees, quality of work, and customers has set us apart. Perhaps the strongest characteristic of our organization is the high level of pride we take in every job we complete. Our employees are driven to do the job right the first time without compromise.

Lastly, our customers choose WPI based on the emphasis we place on communication, trust, and respect.

The Project Manager will oversee project operations at the Regional office or Jobsite and accomplish project objectives by planning, scheduling, and executing project activities throughout each phase to completion.

• Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program.
• Actively participate in the safety plans and measures of the assigned projects.
• Manage projects from start to finish.
• Review contract language, scope of work, and special provisions in the contract. Make sure project team members are aware of these items.
• Get material, subcontractor, and engineering quotes from at least three (3) separate vendors (project buyout).
• Assist in selecting the vendors and coordinate materials and equipment.
• Verify quantities, units, and hours in the reverse takeoff process.
• Prepare RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Clear understanding of our building systems and how they relate to the building process.
• Coordinate and develop construction project schedules.
• Support the branch through positive customer relations and active participation in the Customer Alignment Plan.
• Support and visit assigned job sites and participate in job meetings as required.
• See to quantitative takeoffs to verify estimates, order materials and price change orders.
• Price change requests and update the budget promptly.
• Prepare, review, and report weekly productions.
• Review the weekly job cost report with the project Foreman and team.
• Prepare billings and approve invoices for payment.
• Track progress and spending, ensuring the work is completed on time and within budget.
• Create and implement job schedules, coordinate with field supervisors and foremen and effectively communicate issues to negotiate the optimal position for our trade in the work sequence.
• Perform labor control on assigned projects, including set‑up and maintenance; use this tool to make adjustments as necessary to maximize profits.
• Coordinate warranties and O&M's.
• Complete and be accountable for the job cost control measures through monthly Financial Analysis Worksheets (FAW's) on assigned projects.
• Provides project team leadership throughout construction project development.

• At least 5 years of Construction Management work experience.

• Experience with estimating/project management/managing specialty scopes of construction.
• Ability to diagnose and process key information, recognize critical areas on the job that could impact profitability, and then actively navigate the project away from…