Details:
- Location: Wichita, KS
- Industry: Commercial Construction
- Employment Type: Full-Time
Jobs at Jaco
Project Manager
Job Description:
At Jaco, our project managers play a crucial role throughout all phases of the construction process. Their involvement often begins during the preconstruction and design phases of our projects, where they work closely with clients, designers and the Jaco estimating team. Once a project enters the construction phase, the project managers take full control, assembling and leading their project teams from groundbreaking to project completion.
Our project managers are team players who are willing to do whatever it takes to ensure our projects are successful.
Jaco’s mix of work is as diverse as our project size: hospitality, multi-family, retail, healthcare, higher education and recreation/entertainment, with project sizes ranging from $2M to $80M. Our construction footprint is nationwide, and we are licensed or authorized to work in over 40 states.
Compensation package includes base salary plus project completion bonus. Salary is negotiable and dependent upon prior experience, knowledge, and skill level.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) match
- Health insurance
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Gym membership
- Paid time off
- Project bonuses
Responsibilities:
- Manage construction projects from conception to completion
- Analyze, manage and mitigate risks
- Manage, track and report project costs
- Lead project teams through all phases of the construction process
- Coordinate daily with clients, designers and project teams
- Coordinate and manage project design to ensure the owner’s needs and budgets are met
- Assist in creating and submitting project estimates
- Establish and maintain project schedules
- Manage, update and distribute contract documents
- Study and implement project drawings and specifications
- Select and manage subcontractors and material vendors
- Negotiate and draft subcontracts and POs
- Prepare, coordinate and track project submittals
- Process owner and subcontractor change orders
- Conduct site inspections to ensure work is progressing safely, on schedule, and as designed; travel within or outside of Wichita is required
- Coordinate and lead project meetings
- Review work progress with project team daily
- Provide daily support for field staff
- Communicate, negotiate and lead
Qualifications:
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Procore (or similar PM platform)
- Must be a self-starter who operates independently and thrives in a busy environment
- Strong customer relations skills
- Strong leadership skills
Experience:
- 3+ years of relevant experience required
- Experience managing projects in the $5M – $20M range preferred
Education:
- Construction Management degree preferred
About Jaco
Jaco General Contractor, Inc. is a national commercial construction company headquartered in Wichita, Kansas. We work on a wide variety of project types, from quick-service restaurants and commercial tenant finishes to large multi-structure sports and entertainment complexes.
A personalized, team-based approach sets us apart. Our reputation for transparency and openness has made us a trusted partner for many complex projects, and our collaborative project management ensures that every build reflects the client’s vision.
Jaco’s employees consistently deliver results that exceed expectations. We are dedicated not just to constructing buildings, but to creating lasting relationships with the communities we serve.
Join the team.
If you share our values and want to build a career to be proud of, we encourage you to apply for employment consideration.