Prairie Band Construction

Prairie Band Construction is looking for a Project Manager (PM) to work on a Federal and commercial construction project. The incumbent will have the direct responsibility for operations on job sites, overseeing project accomplishments, administering all instructions, and answering all questions from the client or Contracting Officer pertaining to the project during the life of the contract.  

The Project Manager must be familiar and conversant with the various codes and standards applicable to the scope of work. Travel expenses will be reimbursed. US Citizenship is required for this opportunity.
 

Who we are

Prairie Band, LLC is a tribally owned business and multifaceted holding company. We have partnerships involving teaming, and joint venture relationships with outside organizations to leverage the preference advantages tribally owned businesses have in government and corporate contracting.

Like many Tribal governments around the country, the Indian gaming phenomenon has provided the means to once again grow and flourish economically. Since the inception of Class III Gaming, the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation has utilized its financial resources to improve much-needed essential governmental services and infrastructure including police, fire and emergency services, health care and educational assistance, as well as housing, planning and environmental services.

We are proud to offer employees, and their eligible dependents, valuable benefits and savings plans from some of the world’s leading carriers. New hires can start enjoying benefits on the first of the month following their start date! 

What we offer

We are proud to offer employees, and their eligible dependents, valuable benefits and savings plans from some of the world’s leading carriers. New hires can start enjoying benefits on the first of the month following their start date! 

• Competitive pay
• Eligible for Health benefits on the first of the month after start date
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, subsidized by the company at 85% (Federal Employee Health Benefits)
• Company paid life insurance and disability coverages
• Employee-funded AFLAC plans and Voluntary Life coverage for employees, spouse, and dependent children
• Eleven paid holidays (includes one floating holiday)
• Paid time off (PTO) with accrual starting on first paycheck (can rollover up to 200 hours annually)
• Flexible Health and Dependent Care Spending Account options
• Retirement Plan participation option with up to 4% company match with NO VESTING schedule; employees are can begin participating as soon as administratively possible upon hire.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the construction workflow process starting in the project initiation phase, to include estimating, negotiation, contracting, buyout, construction administration, financial management and closeout.
• Meet with Owners and Design Professionals to determine project requirements, manage client satisfaction, and take immediate action to respond to problems and concerns.
• Acquire and manage all building permits and other regulatory prerequisites.
• Clarify scope of work and prepare cost estimates and proposals.
• Establish, monitor, communicate and maintain project schedules utilizing contemporary scheduling software - (Primavera 6 or MS Project preferred)
• Negotiate contracts, subcontracts and purchase orders to ensure that all project goals are addressed.
• Proactively identify risks that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions.
• Conduct and document project progress meetings.
• Manage project costs to ensure budgets are maintained.  Document and manage changes in the work to ensure the interests of all stakeholders in the project are reasonably met.
• Create and follow up on monthly requisitions to the Owner and maintain a regular dialogue with the project vendors to ensure all financial matters are kept within contract terms.
• Ensure that all aspects of the project are compliant with all contract terms and legal requirements governing the project.
• Administer client-specific programs, such as CQC, Safety, Environmental Stewardship, etc.

Requirement

• Experience in and ability to utilize the 3-phase inspection program.
• Must be well versed in broad based Architectural, Engineering and construction principles
• Must have experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, and Access) and scheduling software (Primavera and/or MS Project).
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Must have B.S. degree in engineering, architecture or construction management or 10 years of direct experience.
• Minimum 10 years of construction supervisory experience with at least 3 years in a project manager or superintendent position on similar projects.
• Demonstrated experience estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in English, both written and spoken word.
• Working knowledge of architectural, commercial and Heavy Civil Work.

Preferred:

• Experience with Federal contracting 
• PM Certification
• CQM-C Certification
• OSHA 30 Certification
   

Tribal Preference Exercised:

Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be given to individuals to the extent required pursuant to Section 22-2- 4(8).