Project Manager Job at Smart Build LLC, Chevy Chase, MD

  • Smart Build LLC
  • Chevy Chase, MD

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Field Operations

  • Manage multiple concurrent multifamily renovation, rehabilitation, unit-turn, and CapEx projects across client properties from scope development through closeout.
  • Develop and manage project budgets, scopes of work, schedules, and cost breakdowns.
  • Conduct property inspections, site walks, progress meetings, and quality-control reviews.
  • Coordinate unit turns, make-readies, punch lists/punch-outs, and final inspections.
  • Monitor project progress and proactively address schedule, quality, material, or production issues.
  • Track materials, inventory, deliveries, and subcontractor production across multiple sites.

Subcontractor & Vendor Management

  • Source, qualify, vet, and manage general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors across multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing, flooring, painting, HVAC, carpentry, and more.
  • Develop detailed scopes of work for competitive bidding and bid leveling.
  • Review and compare subcontractor bids, negotiate pricing and terms, and make vendor recommendations.
  • Coordinate subcontractor schedules and monitor performance, workmanship, productivity, and compliance.
  • Ensure subcontractors understand project scopes, schedules, safety requirements, and company standards.

Budget, Cost & Schedule Control

  • Establish and maintain project budgets from initial scope through completion.
  • Monitor committed costs, actual costs, change orders, invoices, and projected final costs.
  • Review subcontractor and vendor invoices against approved scopes and completed work.
  • Maintain accurate project schedules and coordinate timelines with property management teams and subcontractors.
  • Identify potential cost overruns, delays, and project risks early and take corrective action.

Safety, Quality & Compliance

  • Enforce OSHA requirements and Smart Build safety procedures across all project sites.
  • Conduct regular safety, quality, and progress inspections.
  • Verify completed work meets approved scopes, specifications, and company quality standards.
  • Identify deficiencies and ensure punch-list items are completed promptly.
  • Maintain required safety, inspection, and compliance documentation.

Documentation & Technology

  • Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, including:
  • Scopes of work
  • Budgets and cost reports
  • Project schedules
  • Daily logs
  • Inspection reports
  • Safety records
  • Change orders
  • Invoices
  • Before-and-after photos
  • Punch lists and closeout documentation
  • Use project management and reporting platforms such as Smartsheet, Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project, or similar software.
  • Keep project information current and ensure internal teams and clients have timely visibility into project status.

Client & Property Management Relations

  • Serve as a primary point of contact for property management teams throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Coordinate site access, work schedules, inspections, and project requirements with property teams.
  • Lead project kickoff meetings, site walks, progress meetings, and final walkthroughs.
  • Provide clients with clear and consistent updates regarding project progress, schedule, budget, risks, and outstanding items.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, property managers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
  • Respond promptly and professionally to project issues and client concerns.

Qualifications Required

  • 5+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in multifamily renovation, rehabilitation, unit turns, or capital improvement projects.
  • Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects or job sites simultaneously.
  • Experience managing general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and multiple construction trades.
  • Experience developing and managing project budgets, scopes of work, schedules, and cost tracking.
  • Strong understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and field operations.
  • Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards; OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
  • Experience with construction/project management software; Smartsheet experience strongly preferred. Procore, Buildertrend, or MS Project experience is a plus.
  • Strong organizational, documentation, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple deadlines, and proactively resolve project issues.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for regional multi-site travel.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with multifamily renovation or property-management-related construction.
  • Background in affordable housing, including LIHTC, Section 8, HUD, or similar programs.
  • Experience with unit turns, make-readies, and occupied-property renovations.
  • Strong experience with bid leveling, subcontractor procurement, and vendor negotiations.
  • OSHA 30 certification.
  • PMP or other relevant construction/project management certification.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Employment Type: Full Time
Years Experience: 3 - 5 years
Salary: $80,000 - $130,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: No

Job Tags

Full time, For contractors, For subcontractor

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