Home Improvement & Insurance Project Manager – Entry-Level (santa clara)

JOB SUMMARY: The Project Manager is the leader of a project team and the person responsible for the timely completion of the company’s construction projects consistent with company’s employee manual, safety manual, and Quality Assurance Manual. The PM is the company’s liaison to the owner and the primary point of contact for the owner’s consultants, project staff, subcontractors and suppliers. The PM is a role model, projecting the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, personal conduct, diversity, inclusion and the safety of others. PROJECT MANAGER DUTIES: CULTURE AND POLICY: • A Project Manager understands and follows company employees, safety and quality policies and procedures • A Project Manager understands that construction projects require diligent plans and controls to ensure that workplace hazards are anticipated and eliminated or managed to ensure worker safety. • PM understands that the quality of the company’s work is a long-lasting statement about the quality of our services. • A PM is able to treat co-workers and vendors with respect despite the high pressure situations that are common to their duties. • A PM embraces the notion that we all perform better when we are enjoying our work, overcoming challenges, learning and winning. The company’s PM leads by example, sharing both wins and lessons learned appropriately. SUPERVISION &PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: • A PM is a champion of continuous personal and professional development; embracing and promoting opportunities for all employees to cultivate skills, learn from mistakes and share lessons learned with others. • The PM accommodates specific or strategic requests from the Executive team and utilizes staff resources to implement directives with delegated ownership in the outcome. • The PM is the primary supervisor of the superintendent, project engineer and assistant superintendent. The PM demonstrates ownership of each staff member’s performance. • At all times the PM is evaluating the sufficiency and effectiveness of the Superintendent, Project Engineer and Assistant Superintendent training manuals and their content; making formal recommendations to the OM as improvements are identified. • The PM guides the creation, tracking and adjustment of personnel development plans for the Superintendent ,Assistant Superintendent(s) and Project Engineer(s) working on their projects. The PM embraces the role of setting and achieving goals that will benefit the employee, the company and its clients. • The PM has a large influence on whether the company will get a repeat project from a current client and is often conversing with contacts that could provide new opportunities. PM to conduct themselves, the site and all communications in a professional manner. • The PM participates in events promoting the company; engaging clients, architects and other project contacts to identify new opportunities. When new opportunities are identified, the PM coordinates with executives, marketing and estimating to ensure responsive, timely and effective engagement. • The PM keeps their and their staff's resume's up to date in preparation for use in presentations and RFPs. Scheduling & Proactive Planning: • A company’s PM recognizes that the timely completion of our projects is paramount. Project delivery delays create unwelcome work for our clients, reflect poorly on the company’s brand and reduce the revenue generating capacity of our portfolio. • The PM is responsible for creating, publishing, communicating, administering, enforcing and adjusting the project schedule. • The PM works with the Superintendent to ensure that 4 week schedules are regularly produced and milestones achieved consistent with the critical path project schedule. • The PM and Superintendent are constantly looking for opportunities to accelerate the project schedule. When the project experiences delay, the PM leads the staff to develop recovery plans and mitigation strategies. • The PM is transition manager for the Estimating / Purchasing department when conceptual budgets evolve to become a real project. • The PM shall read and understand the Owner Agreement including change order and billing requirements. • The PM shall develop preliminary General Conditions Budgets, critical path schedules, and project logistics that ensure that projects start on time and exceed scheduled production. • A company’s PM consistently monitors the operational performance of the projects assigned to them. Evaluating reports and schedules and site conditions to discover opportunities to expedite delivery, reduce costs and expand the knowledge base of site personnel. • An ECOM PM regularly proposes success stories and lessons learned from past and current projects to help project teams capitalize on opportunities and avoid repeating mistakes. BUDGET & BILLINGS MANAGEMENT: • The PM recognizes the importance of accurate budgets and revenue projections. PM embraces its role as a facilitator of information transfer, problem solving and cash flow. • A company’s PM understands their role in supporting the billing cycles that occur each month; recognizing that the company and its vendors depend upon timely payments to meet financial and schedule obligations. • The PM uses their familiarity with the company’s scope of work, contract documents, sub-tier agreements to ensure that billings are accurate and properly formatted. • The PM constantly updates a log of Opportunities and Issues that could impact the cost or schedule of the project. • PM is responsible for receiving and evaluating instructions and site conditions to identify potential impacts to the project cost or schedule. When instructions or conditions warrant a change in price or duration of the project, PM timely prepares Pending Change Orders to the owner and diligently pursues their approval. • The PM is an expert on the company’s obligations to the owner and its vendors. PM causes sub-tier scopes of work to be developed and immediately communicates any perceived "gaps", budget or production concerns to purchasing. • The PM coordinates and leads a preconstruction meeting with each sub-tier contractor. PM ensures that scope, pricing and site logistics are completely understood and agreed to prior to issuing a notice to proceed to a vendor • When changes to sub-tier agreements are necessary, PM works to ensure that sub-tier estimates are accurate, fair and transparent. Whenever possible, PM uses its influence to optimize change impacts to benefit the owner and the company, CONFLICT RESOLUTION/PROBLEM SOLVING: • The PM is a problem solver focused on resolving disputes or non-compliance issues that could disrupt the planned completion of the project. The PM is able to appreciate each parties position and develop solutions that are as fair as possible and responsive to the company’s obligations to the owner. • The PM ensures that problems are solved according to agreements made; holding staff and vendors responsible for the timely execution of their roles in the solution. MEETINGS & COMMUNICATION: • A company’s PM leads all meetings with the Owner and participates strategically in meetings with consultants, utility providers, jurisdictional staff, vendors and suppliers. • The PM causes staff to track and regularly communicate the status of directives, RFIs, pending change orders, ASIs and Opportunities and Issues logs. • The PM ensures that meetings and their agendas are strategic, adequate and productive. PM ensures that accurate notes are taken, action items are assigned, and meeting notes are timely distributed to appropriate parties. • A company’s PM participates in executive and company meetings as requested and contributes information and ideas appropriately. • The company’s PM prepares weekly project management reports and timely delivers these accurate reports to the Operations Manager. • The PM assures that all documents are being created according to current templates and stored according to the current Document Management Protocol. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Provide direction to and resolve problems amongst subcontractors and vendors within PM scope of work. • Communication using the following tools: telephone, fax machine, written logs, email, computer, Smartphone and video camera. • Ability to work with no supervision. • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and provide recommendations. • Communicate professionally and effectively. • Strong organizational skills. • Strong ability to multi-task. • Excellent written and verbal skills. • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. • Viewpoint Software experience preferred • Ability to follow processes and procedures. • Maintain and exercise integrity in all business dealings. • Ability to work with a variety of Project Manager(s), Superintendent(s) and other business associates.

Pay starts at $18.00 an hour and goes up depending on experience. Click Here to Apply We are seeking skilled technicians to join our service team at Utility Trailer Sales Southeast Texas, Inc. Our ideal candidate should have previous experience as a technician in the trailer industry. Carpentry, welding and mechanic skills are a plus. We are looking for a self-motivated person with strong work ethics. We are willing to train the right applicant. Key Responsibilities: • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on trailers • Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues • Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety Benefits: • Production Bonus available • Potential for overtime • Paid time off • Paid holidays • 401k • Medical, dental, and vision • Life insurance • Long and short-term disability • Technician production bonus • Paid technician uniforms Qualifications: • Valid driver's license • At least 6 months of technician experience • Must have your own basic tools Click Here to Apply

Pay starts at $18.00 an hour and goes up depending on experience. Click Here to Apply We are seeking skilled technicians to join our service team at Utility Trailer Sales Southeast Texas, Inc. Our ideal candidate should have previous experience as a technician in the trailer industry. Carpentry, welding and mechanic skills are a plus. We are looking for a self-motivated person with strong work ethics. We are willing to train the right applicant. Key Responsibilities: • Perform routine maintenance and repairs on trailers • Diagnose and troubleshoot technical issues • Ensure all work is completed to the highest standards of quality and safety Benefits: • Production Bonus available • Potential for overtime • Paid time off • Paid holidays • 401k • Medical, dental, and vision • Life insurance • Long and short-term disability • Technician production bonus • Paid technician uniforms Qualifications: • Valid driver's license • At least 6 months of technician experience • Must have your own basic tools Click Here to Apply

JOB SUMMARY: To provide Document Administration for all phases of the construction project(s) including Subcontracts, Change Orders, RFIs, ASIs, Submittals, Meeting Minutes, As-Built Drawings, Closeout Documentation and to provide administrative support to the Project Management Team. PROJECT ENGINEER DUTIES: CULTURE AND POLICY: • Our Employee Handbook: Our PE is an important member of the company. Staff at all levels view Pes with high regard. A PE shall be familiar with employee policy, operate in compliance with the policy, reinforce the policy with team members, and lead by example. • The company Safety Manual: PE is responsible for complying with and promoting safety on the jobsite. • If we’re not having Fun, were done: The company’s culture embraces the notion that we all perform better when we are enjoying our work, overcoming challenges, learning, achieving, and yes, winning. As PE you are to promote this positive fun company culture. Winning needs to be shared. Lessons learned, humbly and invitingly shared as well. This company is full of geeky construction folks, who take themselves very seriously, and have high expectations for themselves and those they work with, all contributing to the level of pride that binds us as a team. Keep the fun. • Marketing: The PE has an impact on whether the company has the opportunity of repeat business and is often conversing with contacts that could present new opportunities. PE is to conduct all communications and presentations in a professional manner. PE shall remain knowledgeable of all company engagements. The PE shall provide urgent response to any company marketing or estimating request pursuing RFI/RFQ/RFP/Interviews, to include keeping your personal resume current and immediate participation in brainstorming, content contribution, and subsequent review of RFP written and graphic (draft) content, once requested. SUBCONTRACT ADMINISTRATION: • Subcontracts: The PE is responsible for drafting the scope of work for each subcontractor for Project Manager approval. The PE is responsible for tracking the execution of Subcontracts and where necessary putting together Addendums for the Subcontracts. • Subcontractor Change Orders: The PE is responsible to assist the Project Manager in gathering pricing, assembling, logging, distribution, and tracking subcontract change orders. OWNER CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION: • Prime Contract: The PE is responsible to review and understand the company’s Contractual obligations to the Owner. • Owner Proposals and Change Orders: PE is to assist the Project Manager with the creation, tracking, and logging of Owner Proposals and Change Orders. • As-Built Drawings: The PE is responsible for updating the plans with changes as they occur throughout the project. This is done through Procore. The PE is to ensure that the As-Built Drawings are up to date on all RFIs, ASIs and Approved Proposal Requests. • Accident Reports and OSHA Reports: The PE is responsible for logging accident reports and OSHA Reports in Procore. • Turnover Documentation: PE is responsible to collect and monitor turnover documentation (Certificates of Substantial Completion and Certificates of Occupancy). CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTATION: • Closeout Checklist: The PE is responsible to create and keep an updated closeout checklist from the beginning of the job through completion. The closeout checklist tracks all closeout items required at the end of the job and when they are received. • The PE is responsible to gather all closeout documentation for the project and ensure that it is delivered to the Architect in the proper format. SCHEDULING AND PROACTIVE PLANNING: • Submittals: PE is responsible to coordinate with the Project Manager and Superintendent to schedule submittals according to order of production and lead times. Submittal Scheduling and Coordination is a crucial aspect to this job. • Scheduling: The PE may be asked to assist in inputting the schedule in Microsoft Projects under the direction of the Project Manager. The PE should be familiar with Microsoft Projects. CONFLICT RESOLUTION/PROBLEM SOLVING: • Conflict Resolution/Problem Solving – The PE is a problem solver focused upon resolving disputes or non- compliance issues that disrupts the production of the project within job description. • The PE is to report all site conflicts to the Superintendent. MEETINGS and COMMUNICATIONS: • Pre-Construction Meetings with Owner and Design Team: PE is responsible to prepare agenda and all supporting documents for the OAC meetings. PE is to attend meetings, take accurate notes, produce and distribute meeting minutes in a timely fashion and save meeting minutes to Procore. Meetings need to be conducted in a Professional manner. • Owner Progress and Pay Application Meetings: PE is to attend meetings, take accurate notes, produce and distribute meeting minutes in a timely fashion and save meeting minutes to Procore. Meetings need to be conducted in a Professional manner. • Project Manager Weekly Meeting – The PE is responsible for the agenda and meeting minutes where they will meet with the Project Team to review Project Buyout, Subcontracts, RFIs, Submittals, and Change Orders on a weekly basis. • Document Management Protocol: The PE is responsible for ensuring that all documents within scope of work are stored in Viewpoint according to the Document Management Protocol. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: • Provide direction to and resolve problems amongst subcontractors and vendors within PE scope of work. • Communication using the following tools: telephone, fax machine, written logs, email, computer, Smartphone and video camera. • Ability to work with little or no supervision. • Ability to meet deadlines, prioritize assignments and provide recommendations. • Communicate professionally and effectively. • Be able to provide support to senior management and multiple project managers simultaneously. • Strong organizational skills. • Strong ability to multi-task. • Excellent written and verbal skills. • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. • Viewpoint Software experience preferred • Ability to follow processes and procedures. • Maintain and exercise integrity in all business dealings. • Ability to work with a variety of Project Manager(s), Superintendent(s) and other business associates.

OVERVIEW The excavator operator is a key member of the team that will coordinate perform concrete demolition on various projects. This role requires quality workmanship, attention to detail and a positive attitude. The excavator operator will work very closely with the Site Superintendent or Project Manager to make sure every job is completed on time, professionally, and meets high quality standards. ABOUT MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION McKenzie Construction provides carpentry, painting, and concrete installation for government office buildings. Our mission is to help our clients achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through hassle free quality construction. We are equally committed to our employees and strive to help them achieve success. McKenzie Construction’s core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: We are inspirational, accountable, disciplined, transparent, and results-oriented. COMPENSATION Hourly Up to $30.00/HR PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES Demo and break up concrete Remove and dispose of dirt Install new dirt KEY COMPETENCIES Detailed-oriented, quality and precision focused Ability to work independently and as part of the team Outstanding attention to detail and time management Excellent customer service skills Well-organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities A proactive approach to problem-solving Ability to thrive in an environment of change and growth REQUIREMENTS 3 years of construction experience A valid driver's license Able to pass a government background check Willingness to travel PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Able to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or kneeling Able to perform construction tasks If this position caught your eye, we want to talk to you! Please send an email with your resume for consideration. Note the position title in the subject line of your email.

OVERVIEW The Concrete Finisher is a key member of the team that will coordinate concrete finishing work for various projects. This role requires quality workmanship, attention to detail and a positive attitude. The Concrete Finisher will work very closely with the Site Superintendent or Project Manager to make sure every job is completed on time, professionally, and meets high quality standards. ABOUT MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION McKenzie Construction provides carpentry, painting, and concrete installation for government office buildings. Our mission is to help our clients achieve their personal, professional, and financial goals through hassle free quality construction. We are equally committed to our employees and strive to help them achieve success. McKenzie Construction’s core values are the backbone of our business and guide our hiring process: We are inspirational, accountable, disciplined, transparent, and results-oriented. COMPENSATION Hourly Up to $30.00/HR PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES Form and pour concrete slabs and curb Demo concrete Cut concrete KEY COMPETENCIES Detailed-oriented, quality and precision focused Ability to work independently and as part of the team Outstanding attention to detail and time management Excellent customer service skills Well-organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks and responsibilities A proactive approach to problem-solving Ability to thrive in an environment of change and growth REQUIREMENTS 3 years of construction experience A valid driver's license Able to pass a government background check Willingness to travel PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Able to withstand prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or kneeling Able to perform construction tasks If this position caught your eye, we want to talk to you! Please send an email with your resume for consideration. Note the position title in the subject line of your email.