Project Manager

Kitchell is seeking an experienced and dedicated Project Manager to join our Northern California region in Fairfield and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Provide on site PM/CM services as an Owner's Representative, to oversee construction projects within a Community College District capital improvement program, including program level management and coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for advising contractors and district staff on greening project issues and provides technical supervision to inspectors
• Manages and coordinates the project team, other District staff and contractors particularly in communicating directives and ensures that project scope is built according to plans and specifications as well as cost limits
• Advises and provides technical direction to Commissioned or Consultant Architects, Landscape Architects, and Civil Engineers on District guidelines, policies and procedures for the design and construction of greening projects, including hardscape, planting, accessibility upgrades, and irrigation.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and reports project management activities and progress to Executive Staff
• Reviews drawings and specifications submitted by Commissioned or Consultant Architects, Landscape Architects, and Civil Engineers or vendors to ensure conformance to District policies and guidelines and to determine possible conflicts with design, structural, architectural, or engineering features; requests required revisions from concerned parties to resolve issues
• Advises Consultants, Commissioned Architects and Engineers and other District staff on technical issues encountered during the construction phase of greening projects
• Provides technical direction to Sustainability Department staff in the preparation of designs, specifications, and cost estimates of greening projects
• Performs daily contract administration duties, including assisting the Senior Project Manager and Sustainability Staff in bid analysis, pre-construction meetings and related award coordinating activities
• Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the construction phase of a greening project including mobilization, construction, and close-out
• Performs other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Civil Engineering is preferred
• 5 or more years of professional experience in Project/Construction Management.
• Experience working with public school project and DSA required

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

License and Certifications

A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required.

Travel Requirements

The position is based on site in Fairfield, CA within a community college district.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees' physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $110,000 - $130,000. The Company's salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company's discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.