Project Manager

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About Us

Emmerson Construction, Inc., is a West Coast-based construction services company that builds high quality residential and mixed-use developments, with a specialization in affordable housing. We’re a team of experienced professionals that are committed to delivering products and services of exceptional quality to our clients. Since we began doing business over two decades ago, we’ve focused our efforts on partnering with organizations to create affordable housing for seniors, working with builders to integrate affordable homes into communities, assisting cities in the redevelopment and beautification of vacant and underutilized properties, and creating housing solutions for underserved populations, such as people with disabilities or those that are experiencing homelessness. As you can see – we’re passionate about affordable housing and we hope you are too! We welcome you to join our amazing team, which is headquartered in beautiful Carlsbad, California.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Project Manager at our Camden Court Project, located in Salt Lake City, Utah, with Emmerson Construction, you will be primarily responsible for providing construction project management on projects in various stages of development, to include the development and execution of project plans and schedules, ensuring the highest safety and quality standards.

Additionally, your tasks will include, but not be limited to:

• Ensuring that projects are built according to approved plans, specifications, drawings, and applicable building codes, and that quality standards are maintained
• Developing and maintaining the construction schedule in conjunction with project team to meet milestones and completion dates
• Leading and/or representing the Company at project meetings with internal and external stakeholders to monitor and support the project’s ongoing progression
• Providing strong leadership to construction team members, capitalizing on individual and group strengths to ensure project targets are achieved
• Managing the financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect the Company’s interests and simultaneously maintain relationships with the Company’s clients
• Identifying and managing opportunities and risks to achieve the best possible impact on schedule and financial targets
• Actively seeking to identify and implement all value engineering and cost saving opportunities as approved by the Owner of the Company
• Maintaining, tracking, and reporting all financial aspects of project including forecasts and billings
• Managing the procurement process including subcontractor / trade / supplier negotiations and awards contracts up to $25,000 if on or under budget
• Planning, organizing, and recommending staffing of key field positions
• Demonstrating leadership in health, safety, and environmental protection on the project
• Applying the Company standards, applicable OSHA acts, regulations and codes with all employees and subcontractors on the project

What You’ll Need to Perform the Role

You’ll use the following to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management and 5 years of progressive construction industry experience, including at least 3 years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skill, and abilities have been attained
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, costs, budgets, and current construction practices and methodology
• Advanced technical plan reading and comprehension skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Project)

You’ll also need the following attributes:

• Extremely organized with ingrained ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Keen attention to detail with focused adherence to strict deadlines and procedures
• Sound problem-solving skills with demonstrated ability to exercise sound independent judgment
• High level of integrity and dependability, including handling sensitive and confidential information
• Teamwork mindset and temperament to work effectively with a diverse group of people
• Effective ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Genuine desire to work in the real estate development affordable housing industry
• Personal accountability and enthusiasm for achieving company goals

Additionally, you’ll support an inclusive workplace by fostering teamwork and employee participation, encouraging the representation of different employee perspectives, and treating others with dignity and respect in alignment with our company C.A.R.E.S values (Communication; Accountability; Relationships; Excellence; Solutions).

What’s in it for You

Emmerson’s people are at the core of everything we do. We offer meaningful careers competitive salaries, annual bonus packages, and an energetic office environment.

We take the well-being of our team members seriously; thus, providing an attractive benefits and perks package to meet the needs of all our employees. This package includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical (HMO, PPO, HDHP/HSA plans available)
• Dental (HMO and POS)
• Vision
• Section 125 Cafeteria Plan
• Company sponsored Disability and Life insurance
• 401K plan participation with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for professional development
• Hybrid working environment
• Flexible work schedule as business needs permit
• Company-wide events

What Comes Next

If this role seems of interest to you and you meet the needs to be successful, apply using the link below. Our recruiting team will then review your application and any of the materials you submit. From that point, we’ll reach out if you’re a fit and introduce you to the hiring manager and move you through the interview process, which will encompass meeting virtually, as well as in-person at our corporate office in Carlsbad and/or project job site (following all COVID-19 safety precautions and protocols).

Equal Opportunity

Emmerson Construction, Inc., is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We encourage applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment Statement

• We acknowledge that historic and ongoing discrimination results in a society where certain groups are disadvantaged in ways that are not always obvious.
• We understand that a commitment to racial equity and inclusion is not always easy, is not always comfortable, and is not always expedient. It is nevertheless a commitment we have chosen to make.
• Our commitment to racial equity and inclusion is evidenced by our demonstrated actions to address the unique housing needs of Black, Indigenous, People of Color, and other marginalized groups. We intentionally develop and manage affordable housing that addresses the needs of historically marginalized, and disenfranchised populations.
• We celebrate and encourage diversity in all forms and promote equity and inclusion through our practices, policies, systems, and behaviors.
• Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is embedded in all aspects of our work. We intentionally create an inclusive environment where our internal team, our external clients, and our contracted service providers are valued and supported.