Project ManagerStory Construction is a 100% employee-owned general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder based out of Ames, IA. As an employee of Story Construction, you'll have the opportunity to join the ownership group through our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). At Story, we focus on having a good day, every day, regardless of your role. Everything we do revolves around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work.We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our project management leadership team!
Project Managers are responsible for contract administration and the safe completion of construction projects within the budget, on schedule, with quality, and to the customer's satisfaction. In this position, you will be a leader in creating a positive environment that supports continuous learning and improvement and ensures the safe and productive completion of work. The Project Manager typically reports to the Operations Manager and oversees a small project team.Summary of Duties:Increases the effectiveness of the project management team and field staff.Acts as a leader in creating a positive environment that supports continuous improvement and ensures work is being put in place in a safe and productive manner.Assists the Superintendent and project team in their professional development through mentoring, teaching, training, coaching, and completion of periodic performance reviews.Preconstruction PhaseProvide proactive input during design to achieve cost managementAdvise on how design decisions affect cost and scheduleEvaluate design for constructabilityLead and manage preparation of the following types of conceptual construction cost estimates: Program Cost Analysis, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, Building System Cost Analysis and EvaluationConduct value engineering and/or cost reduction studiesDevelop Bid Package Index and assign scope-of-work responsibilityPrepare Preliminary Project Schedule for inclusion in specificationsReview & edit General Conditions SpecificationsSolicit construction industry interest in the project (bid solicitation)Develop positive working relationships with Owner staff and Design teamConstruction PhaseProvide leadership and supervision for project administrative dutiesFacilitate monthly progress meetings with the owner, designer, and contractorsSupervise and/or perform Project Engineering duties such as payment applications, submittals, RFI's, and change ordersLead the development and preparation of the construction scheduleProvide monthly construction updates at monthly Owner meetings as requiredFacilitate resolution of construction issues in a positive, proactive mannerQualifications :4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training required. 4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related study preferred.7+ years of construction management experience required; Commercial construction experience preferred.Successful passing of a drug test and a physical examination as a contingency for employmentTravel: Occasional out-of-town and overnight travel expected.
May be assigned to multiple jobsites simultaneously, travel to and from jobsites may be frequent.Benefits :Opportunity to participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Paid time off, including paid holidaysCompany 401K plan with company matchHealth, dental, vision, and supplemental insuranceCompany work vehicle and cell phonePaid Bereavement LeaveCompany-paid term life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disabilityCompany-paid employee assistance program (EAP)Medical and dependent care flex benefits plansCareer Development Plan personalized to you and your career goalsSafety boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursementWorking Conditions & Physical Requirements:Primarily work out of the corporate office; however, may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noises, and more within OSHA standards when visited the jobsite. Employees may be exposed to outdoor conditions that include inclement weather such as heat, humidity, cold, wind, and dust. May be expected to carry up to 30 pounds regularly and 50 pounds occasionally, stand for long periods of time, walk for moderate-to-long distances on varying surface conditions, climb, crawl, crouch, reach, grip, push, and pull without issue.Story Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Story is a drug-free workplace, and employment is contingent on the successful passing of a drug test. Story Construction participates in E-Verify.