Wurzel Builders, LTD. is an Austin-based commercial builder committed to quality construction and building services. Our comprehensive construction services, leadership, planning and proactive approach to projects ensure each client’s vision is executed efficiently to meet or exceed their expectations. We specialize in building for some of the most well-known companies in the United States. We are committed to hiring the best talent in the industry and providing a great place for employees to learn, grow and be a part of our Wurzel work family.

Role Overview

The Project Manager provides overall management direction for assigned projects. Their responsibilities include ensuring each project is constructed safely, on schedule, within budget and of the highest quality possible. Additional and clarification of responsibilities are noted within the Project Team Procedures Manual. The Project Manager and Project Superintendent are the primary team members on each project and each are responsible for the successful completion of each project.

Responsibilities

Develop a budget for each project utilizing the estimate generated by estimating as a guideline.
Buy-out each project:
- Know the scope of the work for the entire project.
- Review the contract documents including the contract, drawings, specifications, addenda
- Buy-out each subcontractor/ subcontract work package and utilize the “Wurzel Buy-Out” Process.
- Define and write the scope of work for each subcontractor and vendor to be hired
- Negotiate subcontracts / purchase contracts / purchase orders with the subcontractors and vendors
- Write each subcontract / purchase contract / purchase order with assistance from the Project Assistant
- Maintain a project “Buy-out” log
Manage the financial aspects of each project including: maintaining a project forecast for each project-forecasts are due at the end of each month; developing cost proposals in a timely manner for the clients as required due to changes or proposed changes; generate billings for the project — submit pay applications / invoices monthly; process all subcontractor and vendor pay applications / invoices
Hold weekly project meetings. Meetings include start-up meeting with Owner / subcontractors, weekly meetings with the subcontractors, other meetings as requested / required.
Generate and maintain a project schedule for each project.
Meet weekly with the Superintendent to update the Master Schedule and generate weekly the two week look ahead schedule.
Monitor the construction process to ensure the project is constructed on schedule and within budget while maintaining the highest quality possible. Assist the Project Superintendent/provide direction to the Project Superintendent to resolve problems.
Maintain relationship with the Owner. Ensure all issues of concern are resolved expeditiously.
Maintain relationship with all subcontractor’s/vendor’s. Ensure all issues of concern are resolved expeditiously.
Assume additional responsibilities as directed by the President.
Other duties as required

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Construction or related degree or 5+ years of Project Management experience.

Preferred Requirements:

Master’s Degree in Construction Engineering preferred or 10+ years of Project Management experience
PMP Certification

Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products required. As well as PM software.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets
Strong knowledge of construction materials and processes

Abilities and Attributes

Advanced written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated problem solving capabilities
Ethical behavior and integrity used in all situations
Self-motivated

Logistics

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time exempt position. Typical work days and hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Some weekend work may be required.

Reports To

This position reports to the Division VP.

Travel

No overnight travel is anticipated for this position. Some occasional local day travel may be necessary.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AAP/EEO Statement

Wurzel Builders, LTD provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wurzel Builders, LTD complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Work is performed in an office settings and outdoor site work is required in the inspection of various land use developments, construction sites or public works facilities. Hand-eye coordination and the ability to see well, naturally or with correction, is necessary to operate drafting instruments, computers and various pieces of office equipment. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and the ability of pulling and pushing objects up to 50 pounds is required on a job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms for long periods of time. The employee is regularly required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and smell.

Compensation Range: $110K - $135K

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