Construction Project Manager

For more than 110 years, Western Specialty Contractors has been building more than projects—we’ve been building people, careers, and communities. Founded in St. Louis and proudly employee-owned through our ESOP, we are the nation’s largest specialty contractor, restoring and protecting building envelopes through expertise in facades, concrete, roofing, and waterproofing.

About the Role

As an employee-owned company, you’re not just working for Western—you’re working with Western. Every team member has a stake in our success. That ownership mindset fuels a culture where people look out for each other, take pride in their work, and know their contributions truly matter.

With 30+ branches nationwide, Western offers opportunities to build a career that grows with you. From hands-on field experience to specialized training and leadership development, we invest in your future at every stage.

Working with Senior Management and reporting to the Branch Manager, the Project Manager will oversee the construction work and coordinate all segments of the project with the project team. The Project Manager will assist in the creation and review of project-related documents, cost estimates, and schedules to ensure budgetary and schedule requirements are adhered to and will regularly monitor the entire project for compliance with the stated objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development of contract documents, review, and execution.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions while working with internal contracts teams as needed.
• Create (SOV) schedule of values for each project, maintain, and monitor.
• Monitor retainage and reduction (if possible).
• Responsible for accounts receivables (collections) and stay on top of client to maximize quick turnaround.
• Act as a liaison between Architects/Engineers, Contractors, Subcontractors, Vendors, and field employees during the life of the project.
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Preplan every task with your immediate team with regards to safety. “Plan the job for Safety.”
• Monitor, maintain, and obtain all proper permits required for the projects.
• Assist in accurately estimating and pricing all change orders to maximize volume and profitability without compromising the integrity of the job or safety.
• Assist the client in developing proposals for unseen or changed conditions using job-specific Change Order processes and monitor all change order work.
• Continually perform cost evaluation and control at each step of the project to ensure that the budgetary restrictions are adhered to and in compliance with the stated objectives.
• Maintain profit and loss responsibility, as well as other project financials, e.g., Projections.
• Maintain monthly “cost to complete” updates for the Branch Manager for review.
• Track all timelines and provide accurate and concise briefing to subs and Western Project Team and Branch Manager.
• Monitor and supervise the deployment of the project to ensure the achievement of quality and timely execution of the project.
• Interact regularly with the Branch Superintendent and Project Foreman to ensure production requirements and timeline are met.
• Documentation (electronic and paper documentation as required), coordination, and communication of any project change orders to field and customers.
• Oversee and assist in the procurement of the required project materials.
• Review the finish samples, mockups, schedules (material, vendors, subs, etc.), catalog cuts, shop drawings, fabrication tickets, layout drawings, surveyor’s reports, and other project-related reports to ensure accuracy.
• Establish work plan for each phase of the project and arrange for the recruitment or assignment of project personnel through the Project Superintendent.
• Create and maintain a master CPM schedule to be utilized by Western, their subs, and shared with the client. Provide 2/3-week lookaheads for the client.
• Confer with the project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
• Review product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Responsible for proper close-out of the project, including attic stock, etc. (required by contract).

Requirements

• 10+ years’ experience; Masonry and/or Concrete Restoration experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects that include structural concrete repair, waterproofing, façade repair, masonry repair, and/or historic restoration is a plus.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications – specifically Excel, Word, Project.
• Experience with or ability to use “PROCORE” software or equivalent is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects, working closely with in-house Sales/Project Managers to assist in reviewing bids and developing proposals.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage others and project management skills.
• Good communication skills.
• OSHA-30 certification and First Aid / CPR Certification.
• Ability to travel – up to 50%.

Benefits

• Beneficial ownership in the Company through Western's Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Participation in the Company’s annual performance-based bonus program.
• A comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, maternity leave, and additional benefits designed to support employees and their families.

Pay

US Pay Range: $95,000 USD - $155,000 USD. Compensation for this role is determined using a variety of factors, including experience, skills, internal equity, market benchmarks, and the cost of labor in the different geographic locations where we operate.