Project Manager

The Project Manager is responsible for delivering construction services The Samet Way out of our Wilmington office, bringing projects in within agreed-upon budgets and timeframes while meeting or exceeding quality standards and client expectations. The role carries comprehensive oversight of all project phases, from preconstruction through closeout.

What You'll Do

• Assist with project procurement strategy, trade partner solicitation, quantitative take-offs, and general conditions development.
• Manage designers and design/procurement completion for negotiated, design-build, or construction-management-at-risk projects.
• Support sales presentations and develop and maintain client relationships before, during, and after construction.
• Participate in developing Project Management Plans (PMP), including teamwork plans and responsibility matrices.
• Develop organized job cost codes and establish buyout strategies to maximize profit potential.
• Create detailed project schedules using company software, including work breakdown structures appropriate to owner contract requirements; update and distribute master schedules monthly and manage changes and corrective actions.
• Understand all contract terms, conditions, payment requirements, schedule demands, and risk elements, and maintain a comprehensive understanding of project plans and specifications.
• Create detailed scopes of work and prepare purchase orders and subcontracts within established signature policy limits.
• Implement prequalification and risk management plans for subcontractor/supplier selection.
• Ensure all required bonds and insurance coverage (GL, WC, PL, AL, BR) are in place, and that subcontracts are executed, before on-site work begins.
• File required notices of contracts, lien agent notices, and project statements within specified timeframes.
• Mentor project managers, engineers, and coordinators; provide clear direction and empower team autonomy.
• Maintain client relations consistent with account management plans, targeting "Raving Fan" ratings (9/10) on surveys.
• Ensure fair treatment of trade partners and develop new relationships for future company benefit.
• Prepare accurate cost projections and cash flow forecasts, and implement change management processes.
• Conduct pre-installation meetings, implement "Never Fail" guidelines, and maintain document control processes.
• Prepare monthly owner status reports and document all project meetings and conversations.
• Maintain all project system modules and logs in the Prolog system (PCO/COR/CO Logs, Drawing/Specification Logs, Submittal Logs, RFI Logs, etc.).
• Assist with preparation and hold trade partners accountable for milestone dates.
• Ensure record documents (as-built drawings) are updated and maintained for owner turnover.
• Prepare punch lists and coordinate completion with trade partners, designers, and owners.
• Conduct 11-month project walkthroughs and correct any non-compliant work.
• Ensure site-specific and work-scope safety plans are in place and followed, promote "best in class" safe work practices, and work with subcontractors to improve their safety programs.

What You Bring

Required (all levels)

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business administration, or comparable relevant experience.
• 5+ years independently manages midsize-to-large projects.
• Experience managing commercial/industrial, education, multi-family, or healthcare construction projects.
• Strong leadership, management, and computer skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• 30-Hour OSHA Certification.
• LEED Green Associate accreditation.
• Valid driver's license.

Preferred

• Professional credentials such as PMP, CCM, or DBIA certification (required-level expectation increases with seniority).
• Experience leading negotiated design-build or construction-management-at-risk delivery.
• Established relationships in the Wilmington / coastal NC market and trade-partner community.

Core Competencies

• Exceed client expectations and solve problems expeditiously.
• Create effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Conduct business honestly while supporting company values.
• Identify root causes, gather information from multiple sources, and make timely decisions.
• Embrace change, handle pressure, and take on new responsibilities.
• Communicate clearly in writing and speech, with effective presentation skills.
• Continuously seek better methods and creative solutions.
• Manage time effectively while maintaining systematic work processes.