Project Manager

Copeland Development & Construction Co., Inc., an industry leader in the Midwest region for design-build projects, is looking for a passionate, innovative, and driven project manager who is searching to find a “home” and make a lasting difference.  The ideal candidate has qualified experience working as a commercial construction project manager, loves the challenge of meeting deadlines, managing budgets, engaging relationships of all types, and brings fresh ideas paired with a “can do” attitude every day!  Being a member of the Copeland Family offers 1.) aggressive pay ($100k - $130k) plus bonuses, 2.) vehicle allowance ($725 per month) and business fuel paid by the company, 3.) great paid benefits including 401k (with dollar for dollar match up to 4%), 4.) PTO that includes 3 weeks plus holidays, 5.) professional and caring work environment, 6.) opportunities for growth and promotion. 

Join our company and become part of a growing family, who has an average tenure of 22 years.  Copeland Development & Construction Co., Inc., is a family-owned and operated Commercial General Contracting and Real Estate Development firm that works predominately in the Midwest.  Founded in 1986, we specialize in design-build projects and national tenant multiple-location rollouts.  Completed project types include retail, financial, medical office, recreational club houses, religious facilities, industrial manufacturing and warehousing, education, convenience stores, restaurants and site development.  We are organized for responsiveness, flexibility and accountability.  We are dedicated to providing a first-class customer experience through project completion and are excited to be growing our team and expanding our reach.   

The headquarters for Copeland Development is in Chillicothe, Missouri, with a satellite office in Overland Park, Kansas.

Job Expectations:

• The candidate must demonstrate integrity at all times.
• The candidate must prioritize valuing relationships above tasks and demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.    
• The candidate must demonstrate a high level of organization, motivation, and problem-solving/decision-making skills, as well as possess a high attention to detail. 

Job Duties:

• The candidate must be able to oversee all aspects of construction project(s) [including new ground-up and renovation], from conceptual planning through construction and closeout.  Elements of the construction process the candidate must be able to explain and provide examples of their experience include the following:
  • Generate accurate Scopes of Work.
  • Estimate and take-off the project scope, which requires the ability to read and understand plans – Architectural, MEP, and Civil.
  • Solicit, analyze, and qualify bids from subcontractors.
  • Develop project budgets, bid proposals, and presentations.
  • Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contract agreements.
  • Schedule the project in logical steps and allocate time required to meet deadlines.
  • Review and qualify subcontractor submittals.
  • Direct and monitor the progress of construction activities with project superintendents.
  • Review and approve all monthly subcontractor pay applications and prepare owner pay applications.
  • Identify and solve complex challenges and present alternative solution(s).
  • Coordinate and conduct required on-site meetings with project owners, as well as subcontractors and team members.
• Periodic travel is required, as some clients and projects are regional.

Qualifications / Experience Required:

• The candidate must have 5+ years of experience working as a Project Manager managing commercial projects (minimum $1 million per project contract price) from start to finish, managing multiple projects at the same time.
• The candidate must have 5+ years of field experience working as a Project Superintendent, or equivalent position, on projects from start to finish.
  • 10+ years as a Commercial Project Manager may satisfy the Field Experience requirement.
• The candidate must be able to read and understand project plans (Architectural, MEP and civil) and project specifications.
• The candidate must have prior estimating experience. 
• The candidate must be proficient with computer applications including Microsoft Office 365 Suite (with emphasis in Word, Excel and Outlook), Bluebeam and/or Adobe Acrobat.
• The candidate must be able to walk the job site, climb ladders and scaffolding, lift loads up to 50 pounds, and pass a pre-employment physical capacity profile to ensure candidate can safety perform job responsibilities.
• It is preferred (but not required) that the candidate be able to read and understand geotechnical and environmental (asbestos, lead based paint, mold) reports.
• Prior rough carpentry / framing experience is a plus.