PROJECT MANAGER- DATA CENTER (AZ)

About You

You are solutions-oriented, problem-solving brings you a sense of accomplishment, and you bring a positive attitude, curious listening skills, and a solutions mindset to the table. You are focused, putting in the time, energy, and effort to get the task done. You appreciate a clear deadline and strive to hit it every time. You are adaptable, flexible, and can adjust to changing or unexpected circumstances without losing your cool. You understand that we work in an ever-evolving industry and your calm approach to change helps the team stay grounded.

About Us

At Lewis, every employee is an owner. Our people are empowered to make decisions – big and small – to meet the goals of our clients. We are passionate about our work and driven to build quality buildings that stand the test of time. With fulfillment as one of our six core values, Lewis has a collaborative and supportive culture committed to the success and development of our people.

Position Summary

Marketing: Be a leader in assigned marketing and business development activities; coordinate all marketing activities with the Marketing Manager to avoid client interface interference. Review and respond to assigned RFPs. Maintain relationships with past clients – especially during periods without current projects.

Project Management (Preconstruction Phase): Direct responsibility for all aspects of the construction project; coordinate and own the estimating, purchasing, engineering, accounting, construction and quality assurance activities. Examine all construction documents as they are issued for constructability, completeness of information, design deficiencies and code violations; inform the Project Engineer of the shortcomings for resolution with the design engineer. Review and approve bids and budgets; have a complete understanding of the project estimate. Have complete knowledge of the contract, general conditions and subcontract documents. Establish administrative procedures for the project in the area of personnel, contracts and construction.

Project Management (Construction Phase): Coordinate and train the field and office staff so they perform at their best, which includes identifying and communicating staff relationships and lines of responsibilities and holding weekly staff meetings. Communicate instructions and maintain efficient project management systems, subcontractor controls, scheduling techniques, and material handling. Initiate and supervise the production and maintenance of all construction schedules. Prioritize and ensure expeditious responses to submittals and field questions. Ensure that the owner/architect/contractor meeting minutes are recorded and distributed within three days following the meeting. Review and approve all subcontractor and supply agreement drafts and owner change orders. Approve all subcontractor, supplier and material invoices for payment, ensuring that applications for payment are promptly submitted, payments are received and funds are property disbursed. Organize and oversee job cost and labor detail reporting on a regular basis by collaborating with the Project Superintendent and field foremen. Be knowledgeable, adhere to and promote all company policies. Ensure the development of all personnel assigned to the project by providing training, career path counseling and positive project morale. Keep the Senior Project Manager informed on all significant matters, including progress, safety, financial status and relationships. Establish and maintain professional and effective relations with the owner and architect/engineers and alert senior management to potential business development activities and/or future opportunities. Be responsible for all follow-up services on the project after completion, including punchlist items, warranty calls and other service requests from the client.

In order to succeed in this role

• 5+ years of general contracting management experience, preferably working with GMP contracts
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field
• Solid understanding and experience in Timberline, Primavera or MS Project, and/or Bluebeam is preferable
• Experience in preconstruction planning, estimating, subcontractor bidding and scheduling

Pay

Lease Crutcher Lewis offers a comprehensive healthcare plan with medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account supports physical wellness for employees and their pets, and our employer-funded Headspace membership supports mental wellness. We also offer a generous Health Savings Account with annual employer sponsored contributions.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with a competitive matching program

Schedule

To support employee philanthropic efforts, employees are eligible for volunteer PTO and charitable giving matching programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lease Crutcher Lewis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of, and will not be discriminated against, based on the basis of race, color, gender, pregnancy or breastfeeding, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other status protected by state or federal law.