About this role
Job description
Prostar is a growing company, one of Vancouver's largest hotel and strata renovation companies and we’re seeking candidates for one of several divisions, including:
• building envelope restoration
• interior commercial renovation (hospitality)
• commercial painting & fencing installation
As a Project Manager and Estimator, you’ll be responsible for creating estimates, preparing bids for construction projects and leading a team of professionals to successfully complete those projects.
If you are highly motivated, can handle stress in a fast-paced environment and possess a natural sales ability, we want to hear from you!
As a part of our team, you will be in an environment with the opportunity to increase your compensation based on dedication and hard work. The possibilities are endless. Additional perks include vehicle allowance, cell phone and full benefits. Our profit-sharing commission structure is unique in the industry, based on set performance targets, meaning the more you do, the more you make!
Caring about our clients is something we put into practice every day and it's important that our team members feel the same way. If you have the ability to provide excellent customer service, take pride in the work you do and demonstrate integrity and leadership, we want you on our team!
Responsibilities
- Providing a professional service that gets recommended to others
- Developing estimates, identifying cost breakdowns, clarifications and job scope details
- Monitoring project schedules, budgets and work progress
- Leading a strong effective team that recognizes the vision of our company and respects your leadership
- Ensuring the project is in compliance with safety plans and regulations
- Independently driving production while problem solving any unique challenges that may arise
- Working with clients and giving accurate quotes that match their needs
- Maintaining excellent relationships with all stakeholders
- Setting and reviewing weekly and monthly goals and demonstrating the tenacity it takes to not only hit these goals but to surpass them
Personality
- You value each customer, care for them as individuals and understand their needs
- You naturally build meaningful relationships everywhere you go, you know that sales is not a task but something you enjoy doing
- You have strong analytical and numerical skills
- You are fully capable of multitasking and can manage multiple projects at one time
- You are extremely organized and posses excellent planning and time management skills
- You are methodical, punctual and reliable
- You are a strong problem solver and decision maker
- You demonstrate integrity and leadership
- You are someone that realizes their strengths and weaknesses and is willing to work towards improving themselves, others, and our business
- You are someone that has always been ahead of the curve sparking new ideas and is able to differentiate yourself from the competition
- You are a strong leader that can easily transfer your passion to your team and take ownership and pride in the work that you do
Requirements
Education in construction management/ project management, engineering, building science or related fields and/or extensive work experience in construction is required, including one or more of the following:
• Education in project management, construction management and/or STEM fields such as civil engineering, architecture, building science, etc. Examples include: B. Eng, BS, BA Sc., BArch, Engineering-in-training registration or eligibility, Bachelor of Applied Design in Interior Design
• experience/education in construction, through past employment as a project manager, project coordination, sites supervisor, foreman, general contractor, builder or engineering firm
• Past construction trades experience is an asset, either in management or hands-on trades work in areas such as: carpentry, painting, restoration, concrete work, plumbing, electrical, etc.
• Strong math skills and generally high precision with numbers is essential
• Advanced level proficiency with software, including MS Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word etc.). Must be confident with basic MS Excel functions/formulas. This will be tested in the interview process.
• Proficiency in project management and/or design software, such as MS Project, ProCore, Bluebeam, Revit, etc.
• A valid driver's license required - in order to travel to client locations throughout Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley (remote work outside of Vancouver may be possible)
• Must be fluent in English and have at least 1 year of work experience in Vancouver, BC. Candidates with no recent work experience in Greater Vancouver will not be considered
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Cold calling or new direct marketing is not required - we have a business development team to help generate opportunities. However, managing ongoing relationships with clients is key!
Compensation
Salary and Commission:
Fencing & Building Envelope Division*: $100,000.00-$120,000.00 in the first year.
Hotel Renovation Division and/or Senior PM Status: $140,000 - $200,000 in the first year*.
• $130,000 to $200,000 and above is attainable (and typical of our project managers) thanks to a profit sharing commission structure on all projects.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• Company car
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care
• Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Supplemental pay types:
Commission pay and profit sharing
Ability to commute/relocate:
Burnaby, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work
Experience: project management and/or construction: 5 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Drivers Licence (required)
Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Engineering and/or Building Science (preferred)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $100,000.00 -$200,000.00+