Project Manager

Do you want to work for a stable, growing organization that reaches back more than 130 years?  Our steel tube and pipe products have helped build landmarks and buildings in North America; Come build your career at Zekelman Industries! 

ZModular, a division of Zekelman Industries, is at the forefront of innovation in the construction industry, specializing in steel modular buildings that push the boundaries of design and fabrication. We are dedicated to reshaping how structures are conceived, built, and installed by embracing cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices. Join our dynamic team and play a pivotal role in revolutionizing the future of modular construction!

Z Modular seeks a Project Manager in Austin, TX to oversee the construction of our multi-family modular projects. Reporting to the General Manager of Projects, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating all activities concerned with the fabrication, erection and final turnover of our Z Modular projects, as well as ensuring frequent progress communication with project teams.

Responsibilities:

• Manage entire projects – start to finish.
• Manage, schedule, and track work with engineers and architects.
• Oversee the organization, scheduling, budgeting and implementation of the project.
• Prepare all Site Based Subcontracts.
• Negotiate with prospective subcontractors and vendors, prepare and track change orders, assist in design and preparation of specification, and organize other information to insure the projects ultimate success.
• Prepare schedule of values.
• Prepare a project plan for approval by management.
• Prepare and update project schedules with input from project staff and, if required, assistance from the Scheduling Department
• Negotiate change orders with subcontractors, architects and engineers.
• Complete all required reports.
• Assist with preparation of all Subcontracts, Purchase Orders, requisitions, proposals, etc.
• Assist with all site purchased material
• Approve payment of invoices received from vendors and subcontractors
• Ensure that all on-site activities are carried out in strict accordance with Company and Government safety regulations
• Collaborate with other project teams on a regular basis.
• Attend Design/Engineering and AOC meetings.
• Conduct project management calls with Z Modular personnel.
• Other duties as assignment by management.

Job Requirements:

• Specific qualifications for the Project Manager role include:
• Bachelor’s degree in Building Science preferred
• Must have a minimum of (5) years of commercial construction Project Management experience
• Ability to travel to site locations within the US,  minimum of once/month up to once/week
• Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to collaborate across multiple teams and disciplines, including but not limited to construction, logistics and manufacturing groups.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction manufacturing/construction environment where upfront planning is pivotal to the success of our projects  

Zekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits.  In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.

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We are Zekelman Industries.

We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.

We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers.