Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Mighty Roots is a small Design‑Build company with progressive values. We are located in the Seacoast area of New Hampshire, and our mission is to make beautiful, safe and energy efficient homes. If you are interested in creativity, innovation and collaboration, consider joining our team. We love to share what we learn, and have fun doing it. The benefits include paid vacation time, health reimbursement plan and a matching 401K.

The Mighty Roots project manager works in many areas of development and is responsible for overseeing a building project from start to finish, ensuring that projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints. The duties include hiring laborers and negotiating contracts, routine client meetings, and it is also their responsibility to obtain all permits for a building site. An understanding of the construction business and the ability to work under deadlines in a fast‑paced environment are important for career success.

• Oversee an entire construction project from start to finish
• Collaborate with design team during estimating phase
• Control the time, cost and quality of the residential construction project
• Plan and coordinate all aspects of the construction process, including hiring contractors and working with engineers, architects and vendors
• Determine the scheduling of different phases of a project based on established deadlines
• Negotiate contracts with vendors, contractors and other workers
• Meet with the client on a regular basis to review progress, present invoices and budget updates
• Secure building permits and licenses and delivery of materials and equipment to construction sites
• Confer with supervisors or other managers to monitor construction progress, including worker productivity and compliance with building and safety codes
• Resolve problems that arise due to inclement weather, emergencies or other issues that may cause delays
• Proven experience as a lead carpenter
• In‑depth knowledge of construction procedures, equipment and OSHA guidelines
• Ability to read drawings and construction plans and manage spreadsheets
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Fluent and effective verbal and written communication
• Aptitude in math and problem‑solving abilities
• Deeply collaborative spirit

The Mighty Roots project manager should have several years of field work experience in the construction industry or in a discipline related to their career, such as construction management or building science.

Please send the following by email to:  Introduce yourself, describing your relevant work experience and why you would be a great addition to our team. Include three references with phone numbers and an up‑to‑date resume. We look forward to hearing from you!