Client Project Manager jobs in San Jose, CA

Join our elite team of talented Residential Construction professionals, building custom dream homes with the highest quality of craftsmanship and professionalism for a variety of clients.

About Peninsula Custom Homes
Founded in 1978, Peninsula Custom Homes has earned the distinguished reputation as a premier custom residential builder in the San Francisco Bay area. Our employees are our greatest resource, we value their input and willingness to continually help improve the organization and in return provide on-the-job training and opportunities for advancement. When you join PCH you work with a variety of clients who expect the highest quality in building their dream home. At PCH you are a part of a diverse team which values your input and provides you the opportunity to learn from and be supported by multiple team members who have been with the company for over 20 years. At PCH you can take pride in the masterpieces that you help to create.

Summary
Peninsula Custom Homes (PCH) is looking for a dedicated Project Manager. This role works alongside the Project Superintendent from start to finish of the building process and is responsible for overall project profitability and schedule. The Project Manager also oversees quality of work, productivity and safety, manages client and team relationships, and mentors, trains and develops internal team members.

READ ON IF:
You take pride and ownership in your projects, display quality and craftsmanship through the details, can interpret the design teams' intent, are passionate about upholding a high reputation, and continue to strive for excellence with a constant learning mentality.

You drive results with a strong Leadership presence, plan ahead and schedule the necessary meetings to complete projects on time, on budget and explain expectations clearly. Display a strategic mindset when directing others, lead by example and adapt to changing priorities while always maintaining and encouraging a positive attitude.

You are relationship driven and understand the importance of building trust with the client, the construction teams. You make sure the job is done the right way even if the client cannot see it. You continue to double and triple check the work and anticipate and mitigate potential problems and delays.

You are an excellent communicator & team player You understand that clear communication around goals, priorities, and expectations are the keys to productivity with both internal and external team members. You encourage collaboration and know that different perspectives and ideas lead to the highest success for the team and the project.

Project Manager Role Description

Employment Type: Full Time, On Site
Company Headquarters: San Carlos, CA

Expectations:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project (or similar), Bluebeam, Viewpoint Vista, Sharepoint,
• Experience with project management software
• Professional, detailed, organized
• Possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem solving-skills; demonstrated ability to responsibly deal with issues/problems as they arise
• Anticipate potential issues and be proactive in finding solutions
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with clients, architects, designers, all field personnel, and PCH staff
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and effectively delegate work to others
• Mentorship of project engineers

Responsibilities (top five functions):

• Responsible for project profitability
• Work with Project Superintendent to bring project in on schedule
• Training and development of resources (PCs/PEs/Interns)
• Monitor quality of work and productivity
• Manage and maintain client and team relationships

Skills (regular tasks):

• Analyze proposals and recommend subcontractors for project
• Formulate estimates
• Issue and approve change orders
• Track overall project costs by performing monthly cost projections
• Conduct annual performance evaluations
• Work with project coordinator to build working MS Project schedule
• Analyze schedule to anticipate and avoid potential schedule delays and manage client's expectations
• Monitor and promote jobsite safety
• Inform personnel of PCH policies as appropriate
• Attend weekly jobsite meetings
• Develop systems for efficiency
• Standardize field operations

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or similar field a plus
• 5 years' experience in residential construction role, including project management, preconstruction, and operations experience required
• 2 years' experience in high-end custom residential construction preferred
• Proven in depth knowledge and understanding of construction operations and processes required
• Able to read and comprehend architectural, structural, MEP, Landscape, reports and shop drawings required
• Possesses a valid CA Driver's License, good driving history and dependable transportation required
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check required
• Previous mentorship of project engineers, plus a desire to be a mentor preferred
• Proficient with computer skills working with various programs including MS Word, Excel and Project, Bluebeam, ERP software program, and construction project management software required
• Demonstrated knowledge of local, state and federal quality, safety, and health guidelines for construction job sites preferred
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus
• Experience with Viewpoint Vista a plus

Physical Requirements:

• General physical tasks including:
• Traversing at job sites on uneven terrain
• Move items up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 2/3 of the time
• Operating a computer and/or iPad and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and printer
• Positions self to be able to inspect quality of work of homes in various stages of completeness, including ascending/ descending a ladder to reach elevated surfaces or tight spaces, such as under floors up to 2/3 of the time
• Repetitive motion, reaching with hands and arms, up to 2/3 of the time
• Frequently communicate and exchange accurate information
• Perceive and distinguish visual stimulus, including close up, distance, color, peripheral, as well as the ability to adjust focus

Prolonged, daily exposure to various worksite conditions, up to 2/3 of the time, including:

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Work near moving mechanical parts
• Work in high, precarious places
• Fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals
• Outdoor weather conditions
• Extreme cold (non-weather) and/ or Extreme heat (non-weather)
• Risk of electrical shock, risk of radiation
• Vibration
• Loud noise (examples: large earth-moving equipment), very loud noise (examples: jack hammer work)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Salary Range of $120k-$140k/yr, actual base pay will depend on skills, qualifications and experience
• Paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(K) Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Gas Reimbursement

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance