Construction Project Manager

Wylander, a recruiting company specializing in the construction industry, is hiring a Construction/Project Manager for 1st Choice Solutions, the #1 choice of water damage companies for over a decade, providing full-service construction capabilities to residential and commercial clients throughout Lombard and the surrounding areas. The Construction/Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the estimate and the scope of repairs, getting a budget set with sub-contractors and then provide oversight and management of the project cycle for restoration projects by providing direction and coordination of all field activities related to the installation teams and coordinated subcontracts. Estimating the loss and reconstruction of the entire project through the use of Xactimate; managing the project schedule throughout the project lifecycle; and securing any unique materials, permits and/or equipment required to complete the project.

Compensation:

• Base salary of $60,000 to $70,000 based on experience plus bonus pay
• Company-contributed Health benefits
• Fully-funded life insurance for the employee
• Simple IRA with a 3% company match
• Company car, Cell phone and Company laptop, expense account
• Holiday and PTO

Responsibilities:

• Use Xactimate software to estimate residential and commercial water, fire, wind and mold restoration projects
• Ability to manage reconstruction projects: plan, organize and manage crews and subcontractors
• Maintain a professional, ethical, and positive disposition as a primary representative of the company in the community
• Review job profitability for all work in process.
• Schedule jobs and maintain project efficiency.
• Negotiate restoration services and insurance claims settlements.
• Oversee all aspects of work in process and scheduling for all work in process
• Responsible for mentoring, coaching and developing employees, recognizing strengths and weaknesses, and developing their skills and abilities

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience as a project manager, preferably in the restoration/construction industry.
• Knowledge of Xactimate software is a plus
• Ability to manage budgets and schedules
• Possess exceptional organizational and planning skills (detail-oriented person)
• Ability to recognize and solve problems independently
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, responsible and accountable
• Must be willing to undergo a background check.

Keywords: construction, project management, Xactimate