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Residential Construction Project Manager

About Us

Giraffe Design Build is driven by elevated design and punctuated by excellent craftsmanship. We are a client-centric company made up of highly organized and motivated people who strive to go above and beyond for our clients, and each other, at every turn. Our mission is anchored in inspired design that’s so much more than simply the sum of its parts - melding space, flow, and style together with our clients’ goals to bring a unique form to function. With the winning combination of cooperation, communication, and kindness, our team is proud to create spaces that go beyond simple utility, to delight both people and planet every day.

About The Position

As a Construction Project Manager, you will lead your build teams from the ground up - guiding your projects from blueprints to its completion with the ability to see the big picture, catch the little details, and collaborate throughout it all with your clients, contractors, and team members. Excellent time management and organizational skills are essential, and the ability to champion your team through evolving situations is a must. 

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Review and understand project documents, estimates, and bids
  • Manage proposals and contracts across projects
  • Identify and manage cost drivers on projects
  • Prepare and manage accurate timelines and schedules
  • Track project costs and coordinate with sales and accounting
  • Work with support staff to obtain necessary permitting
  • Conduct pre-construction kick-off meetings
  • Insure quality, safety, cleanliness, and site security on projects
  • Provide clear communications and regular meetings with clients
  • Track and report on progress, scope, costs, and customer satisfaction

Skills Needed

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or professional degree preferred, especially if in Construction Management or related field
  • Experience in residential remodeling as a carpenter or other tradesperson in a similar field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of five (5) years experience managing residential remodeling projects
  • Works well under tight project deadlines
  • Proficient computer skills to enable thorough documentation
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Working knowledge of residential construction methods, techniques, systems, and building codes

Giraffe Design Build is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOC). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.