Project Manager – East Petersburg, PA

Warfel Construction Company is seeking a Project Manager to join our team in East Petersburg, PA. The primary objectives of the Project Manager (PM) will be to ensure customer satisfaction, secure repeat business, and maintain projects on schedule and within budget. These goals will be achieved by building a strong, collaborative project team both internally and externally. Effective scheduling and purchasing, with input from internal teams (such as superintendents and estimators), are essential for properly starting projects. The PM will be responsible for recordkeeping, correspondence, and communication throughout the project hierarchy, whether handled personally or delegated.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Satisfaction: Maintain proactive, timely, and efficient communication with clients and the design team to uphold Warfel’s “Clients For Life” mission.

• Project Leadership: Lead multiple projects and project teams, ensuring effective communication with internal and external members to foster positive team dynamics. This may involve collaborating with a Senior Project Manager or taking on Project Engineer duties for specific projects.

• Coordination: Oversee turnover meetings with estimating and preconstruction teams to initiate the construction phase. Plan the buyout schedule and lead the construction team kick-off meeting, assigning responsibilities and initial tasks.

• Contract Management: Review and finalize owner contracts, ensuring they align with project goals.

• Scheduling: Develop detailed, job-specific schedules with input from the project team and update them bi-weekly.

• Risk Mitigation: Implement the SRMP process to manage risks associated with subcontracts. Develop comprehensive scopes of work for subcontracts and purchase orders. Oversee the procurement process and ensure timely authorization of subcontracts and material purchases.

• Documentation: Review RFIs and submittals prepared by Project Engineers (PEs) or Field Engineers (FEs). Track progress and ensure timely responses to these documents.

• Cost Management: Provide monthly cost projection updates and documentation. Focus on cost management and implementing efficiencies. Track labor analysis as applicable.

• Communication with Stakeholders: Maintain proactive communication with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, addressing quality issues, cost concerns, lead times, and safety matters.

• Site Visits and Meetings: Attend job site meetings to monitor progress, address concerns, and facilitate communication between the owner, architect, superintendent, and subcontractors. In some cases, you may lead these meetings.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• A four-year degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• A minimum of 6 years of experience in construction projects similar to those of Warfel Construction.

• Prior experience as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or in a similar role, with a strong focus on client relationship management, budget and schedule management, and team leadership.

• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to multitask effectively.

• Frequent visits to active construction job sites, which may involve navigating uneven terrain and inclement weather. The role may require lifting materials up to 50 lbs.

Benefits:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)

• Parental Leave

• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability

Warfel Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more about Warfel Construction here.