Construction Project Manager - Kendall Electric

About The Kendall Group

The Kendall Group is comprised of eight divisions with 75+ locations in ten states. Combined, we serve the Electrical, Automation, Pipe, Valve, and Fitting products, Steam, Lighting, Industrial Controls, and Instrumentation Industries. The Kendall Group is a 100% employee-owned company. Kendall offers a great opportunity for a rewarding career.

Why The Kendall Group?

Our employee ownership model is the core of who we are. You will not only own part of the company, but you will own your future. At Kendall, you'll have opportunities to learn and grow while being coached and mentored along the way. We're that company where people stay! We're proud to say more than 60% of our associates have more than 5 years of tenure, and more than 40% have greater than 10 years. At Kendall, you will be valued and supported, your ideas will be heard, your voice will matter, and you'll work alongside incredible people who care about your success.

Role Summary: Reporting to the Department or Location Manager, the Construction Project Manager is a key member of our team. The Construction Project Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing projects from start to finish. The person in this role will plan, coordinate, and execute projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. The Construction Project Manager will work closely with customers, contractors, and suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet our clients' needs.

Exciting work you will do:

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Construction Project Manager position will consist of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and oversee construction projects from inception to completion
• Meet with customers to understand their requirements and ensure proper execution of projects
• Manage large scale material scheduling and delivery projects with multiple contractors and suppliers
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet project deadlines
• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and suppliers to ensure smooth project execution
• Review project specifications, drawings, and bid documents to perform material takeoffs
• Select appropriate products and quantities to meet project specifications and evaluate alternative solutions
• Maintain professional communication with customers and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and standards
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Competencies you possess:

• Service Excellence
• Results and Action Oriented
• Accountability and Responsibility
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Priority Setting
• Planning and Organizing
• Negotiating
• Time Management

What you’ll need:

• Work Experience: 1 year of experience in project management or 3 years of experience managing opportunity pipelines and vendor relationships
• Education: High School diploma or GED
• Analytics/Computer Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, intermediate Excel usage, and the ability to collaborate with technical resources
• Organization Skills: Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to multi-task and shift priorities as needed
• Cross-functional Skills: Ability to work well cross-functionally and provide excellent customer service
• Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills
• Physical, Mental and Visual Skills: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
  • Ability to see, talk and hear
  • Ability to sit for 8 hours a day
• Physical Environment: Normal office environment

Qualifications we prefer but don’t require:

• Work Experience: 5+ years’ experience managing opportunity pipeline and vendor relationships
• Analytics/Computer Skills: Knowledge of Solar Eclipse software, Smartsheets, SharePoint

The Kendall Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.