Job Description

Construction Project Manager

Department: Construction

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Waco, TX

Compensation: $55,000 - $75,000 / year

Cotton Holdings, Inc., is a diversified holding company with subsidiaries that provide property restoration and recovery, construction, roofing, logistical support, temporary workforce housing, and culinary services to public and private entities worldwide. Cotton combines this diverse suite of services with top talent, innovative technology, and a large inventory of company-owned assets, to offer clients a total solutions package in support of disaster events and large development projects, including complex work environments. (Scope of the Job) Cotton Holdings is actively looking for a Project Manager for one of its subsidiaries, Target Solutions. The Project manager is responsible for all phases of construction re-build projects utilizing proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents, to include performance, administration, documentation, safety, and customer contact of a project. Will provide direction and coordination of a project. In addition, they will assist in estimating labor, material, and time requirements in order to compute the overall cost of the project.

Key Responsibilities

Major ResponsibilitiesPosition requirements and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Communicate with operations daily on a project to ensure projects are running smoothly.
• Keep customers and insurance adjusters up to date on all project activities. Adhere to all company protocol, project and safety policies, accounting procedures, etc.
• Also, responsible to ensure that the service quality is at the company’s highest standard.
• To assist in preparing scopes of work/estimates.
• Winning in a competitive bidding situation.
• Setting budget on a project to ensure profitability.
• Perform work within a given budget or communicate job from beginning to end.
• Project Buy-Outs…Set draw schedule w/Subs & Vendors, pull permits, initiate, and follow through to ensure all necessary paperwork is in the project file.
• Develop a Site Safety Plan to communicate and have followed by Field Supervisor and labor.
• Budgeting project to ensure profitability.
• Keep client and adjuster informed to promote good customer service.
• Ensure job files have proper-signed contracts and required forms depending on the type of job.
• Process files on a timely basis to ensure accurate processing by the accounting department.
• Complete/draft Project Management Reviews daily for job file.
• Conduct Safety Toolbox meetings.
• Participate in safety investigations to minimize risk.
• Must adhere to company protocol, policies, accounting procedures and reporting requirements.
• Performing the work within the guidelines of Target and ensuring that a contract is signed
• Provide feedback (positive or negative) to Operation and Production Managers regarding individual jobs as needed.
• Keep an open line of communication and constant networking with the adjuster, the insurance community, and any target business assigned.
• Maintain the highest of integrity to ensure the “Cotton” image is viewed in the most positive manner.
• Hiring of sub-contractors and suppliers
• Direction of daily activities on construction projects
• Meeting the needs and request of the client and adjuster
• Conflict resolution with customers and adjusters
• Performance of operation staff and change of scope. Determining when to extend beyond standard protocol to resolve any potential issues or secure potential work.
• Understanding of workflow procedures and systems

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Background Requirements

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree or Equivalent work experience

Experience & Skills:

• Knowledgeable in Xactimate
• Heavy reconstruction project knowledge REQUIRED. Minimum 2 year experience in managing commercial construction projects.
• Proficient in reading construction plans and specifications.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Understanding of workflow procedures and systems
• Knowledge of the insurance industry a plus
• Microsoft Office applications
• Able to travel, both domestically & internationally as business needs arise (REQUIRED)
• Proven communication skills and ability to build relationships
• Proven organizational and problem-solving skills
• Good driving record
• Minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age and have a minimum of three (3) years verifiable driving experience
• No more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years
• No repeat seat belt violations
• No high-speed moving violations in the past 3 years

Disclaimer

This Job Description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent(s). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent(s) may be asked to perform other duties as requested. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledCotton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veterans, Disabled and LGBTQ employer. Cotton promotes a respectful work environment of inclusion and is committed building teams that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and experiences. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact HR 877-511-2962. #DNP