Field Project Manager for Insurance Claims
JOB SUMMARY
The Field Project Manager contributes in maximizing the success and performance of their assigned area(s) and is responsible for all project scope changes, project schedule, project costs and the project life cycle; oversees and manages project life cycle and schedule from start to finish; tracks and provides direction of all field activities for subcontractors and third-party vendors; obtains permits and/or equipment required to complete the projects; performs quality control inspections while also ensuring all identified punch list items are completed in a timely manner; assists with purchasing and delivering of materials to the job sites when necessary, as well as supports the vendor management team in recruiting and managing vendors,
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage clients and vendors in the assigned area.
Identify deficiencies and implement improvements within the assigned area.
Meet with the assigned area manager on a weekly basis via phone to discuss market status, needs, etc.
Monitor the market’s performance and goals on a weekly basis to ensure the expectations are met or exceeded.
Assist in implementing action plans for new clients.
Provide management with field related activity updates and reports.
Identify and select new vendors that meet company pricing and quality standards to maintain local vendor pool.
Negotiate and establish best pricing and rates with local vendors.
Attend regular meetings for the assigned market(s) to identify and address the market’s vendor needs, client expectations, status on projects.
Identify local pricing adjustments and regularly communicate pricing updates market / department leader.
Provide weekly and monthly reports on vendor conditions in each market, when applicable.
Completes additional duties as a handyman/maintenance tech as required to move the project forward and/or close the project.
Improve and maintain product specifications, upselling to clients / customers where applicable.
Assist in resolving any field related disputes with vendors in a professional manner.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Bachelor’s Degree in construction management or related field; or a minimum of 3 years of experience in the home rehab and multi-unit facilities.
Residential Construction Management experience.
Residential Restoration experience is a plus.
Must have a valid Driver’s License.
Experience with estimating, project scheduling and rehab project life cycle.
Knowledge of construction practices and labor costs in construction, plus a good knowledge of the uses and costs of materials.
Solid understanding of local, state, and federal building code and safety standards requirements.
Knowledgeable in flooring, appliances, landscaping, roofing, general, repairs/rehab, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.
Experience with insurance claims preferred, but not required.
Experience with Xactimate, Symbility, Eagleview is desirable.
Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications & G-Suites (Google).
Able to manage a minimum of 10 properties at a time.
Ability to work weekends as necessary.
Ability to work efficiently, independently and multi-task.
Bi-lingual in Spanish, a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS.
Walking around the construction site, climb stairs or ladders, and navigating through various areas of the construction project.
Manual tasks requiring physical exertion, such as moving small items or assisting with site setup.
Lifting heavy materials and equipment.
Regularly using telephone and e-mail for communication.
Communicating orally with clients, management, and other co-workers, both individually and in front of a group.
Hearing and vision within normal ranges is essential for normal conversations, to receive ordinary information and prepare or inspect electronic documents.
Good manual dexterity for the use of common office equipment such as computers, calculators, and copiers.
Good reasoning, organizational, and analytical abilities are required to solve a wide range of business problems.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The job is performed with a significant amount of time on construction sites, often outdoors with busy and noisy environments. Various weather conditions, such as extreme heat, cold, rain, or wind, depending on the location and season of the construction project. Some time is spent in a home office setting sitting for an extended period of time. Regular travel between different construction sites or between home office and construction sites with use of automobile.
Flexible work from home options available.