Project Managers; Tacoma, WA)

Established in 1956, Perlo Construction has maintained a reputation of quality, professionalism, and integrity. Building and growing in nearly every industry, Perlo offers career opportunities in a supportive culture empowering self-starters who thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment. Perlo is consistently received awards and industry recognition as a Top Workplace and one of the 100 Best Companies to work for.

A Project Manager’s job is to plan and supervise a wide range of construction projects from start to finish. You will organize and oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner by performing the following duties.

• Oversees each project from conception to the finished structure.
• Interfaces with both construction professionals and the client on a day-to-day basis.
• Reads blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets.

• Maintains a strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, verbiage, and equipment.
• Creates and updates the project budget.
• Estimates both construction management and self-perform work items.
• Creates and updates the project schedule.
• Reviews and negotiates with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Prepares and presents the project proposal, clarifications, alternates, and value engineering to clients and architects.
• Works with the Senior Project Manager and Executive Leadership to negotiate owner contracts.
• Reviews and processes subcontracts and subcontractor change orders.
• Reviews and processes submittals, RFI’s, change proposals, and owner change orders.
• Authors project meeting minutes.
• Conducts onsite meetings with the client, architect, subcontractors, and construction crew.
• Collaborates with the architect, subcontractors, and construction crew to ensure feasibility of each project.
• Identifies and responds to potential issues throughout the life of the project to minimize the potential negative impacts and help ensure the safety of the work.
• Prepares and submits project billings to clients.
• Reviews and approves vendor and subcontractor payments.
• Prepares and submits cost projections.
• Supports the quality control and punch list process.
• Assists in marketing and business development efforts.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully takes direction from the Senior Project Manager and Vice President of Construction.
• Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Selects and uses appropriate communication methods
• Writes clearly and informatively
• Able to effectively multitask
• Displays passion and optimism
• Inspires respect and trust
• Uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts
• Adapts to changes in the work environment
• Varies communication style to meet needs
• Establishes and maintains effective relations
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
• Exhibits tact and consideration
• Works cooperatively in group situations
• Works actively to resolve conflicts
• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Prepares and supports those affected by change
• Exhibits confidence in self and others
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well
• Cost management
• Risk-management
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation
• Displays ability to influence key decision-makers
• Uses authority appropriately to accomplish goals
• Displays original thinking and creativity
• Displays willingness to make decisions
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
• Makes timely decisions
• Ability to work independently

Directly supervises project engineers in the Construction Services Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. To perform this job successfully, an…