Drywall Project Manager
Skender is currently seeking a Drywall Project Manager to join our talented group of employees within our self-perform group.
Primary Responsibilities
- Foster and build relationships with internal Skender project management teams.
- Manage and coordinate current projects by documenting and interacting with project managers through successful completion of work.
- Work directly with Skender Self Perform project foremen and field team.
- Ensure that the proper submittals are submitted, returned approved, and materials are procured in a timely manner.
- Perform quantity take-offs, bidding, and internal networking services, including understanding upcoming projects and timelines.
- Prepare preconstruction budgets as early as the schematic design and design development phases with appropriate level of detail to provide a value add to the business.
- Process contracts and change orders in a timely manner.
- Assist in determining amount of monthly progress billings.
- Review, in detail, GC scope documents to ensure proper bid coverage around all included trades.
- Procure and review qualified subcontractor bids and scopes when required.
- Attend and participate in all subcontractor project meetings and phase meetings.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in commercial metal framing and drywall construction estimating.
- 3-5 years of experience in commercial metal framing and drywall construction project management.
- Proficiency in OST and QuickBid is required.
- Diverse background in various types of commercial construction projects required.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, schedules, and specifications.
- Knowledge of construction budgets, scheduling, and estimating.
- Strong management abilities.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- High level of organization and multi-tasking skills.
Benefits
Our nurturing atmosphere is the catalyst for providing our employees with the best health insurance options and we continually make this a top priority. Our teams are our greatest assets, and our commitment to our people has always run deep. Some of the best in class benefits we provide include:
- Skender pays for 100% of the premium for health insurance (medical, dental & vision)
- Annual deposit into health savings account
- Retirement with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings
- Wellness incentives
- Paid time off
- Parental leave for mothers and fathers
- Free employee assistance program services
- Free short- & long-term disability insurance
- Community involvement
EEO
At Skender, our values guide our behavior and shape our actions. Our promise is an authentic commitment to equality, opportunity, and a respectful work environment for all. We embrace individuality and listen to diverse voices. We believe that hiring those with different experiences and backgrounds, ultimately enhances our expertise as an organization. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Why Work for Skender?
The Skender Approach
It should be smooth and simple. It should be efficiently managed to meet time and cost goals. But most importantly, it should be an exciting collaboration.
Our team of more than 200 industry experts has been delivering on these promises for more than 60 years—combining invaluable experience with a commitment to industry advancements. Through our Lean approach, comprehensive project management and innovative spirit, we have what it takes to establish true partnerships with our clients. Across every level of our company, we know what it means to roll up our sleeves and get things done.
Skender has been consistently recognized for its growth, strategic business strategy and outstanding commitment to employees. Recent accolades include:
- Best Places to Work | Crain's Chicago Business
- Top Contractors in America | Engineering News-Record
- Top Builders in the U.S. | Building Design + Construction
- General Contractor of the Year | Coalition for United Community Action
- Interior Contractor of the Year | Greater Chicago Food Depository
- Fast Fifty Company | Crain’s Chicago Business
- Largest Privately Held Company | Crain’s Chicago Business
- 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for | National Association for Business Resources
- Best Places to Work in Illinois | Daily Herald Business Ledger