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Are you looking to build a career in residential construction and design? Read about opportunities at Tectonic Design Build and why we could be the right fit for you. We love building together! As a growing company, we look for individuals who enjoy creating new systems, fine-tuning existing processes, and bringing expertise without ego. We are big believers in learning together and learning through doing; it’s the only way we grow!

RESPONSIBILITIES 

This role requires a balance of high-level administrative management (approx. 65%) and on-site validation (approx. 35%). You have the freedom to work from our office, your home, or the field, as long as you are commanding your projects and supporting your Superintendents effectively. Managing 3-5 projects simultaneously (volume dependent on project scale, e.g., a mix of complex $4M custom builds and smaller renovations).

• Design Planning (10%)
• Review and advise on project plans, schedule outline, and budget with Design Team
• In collaboration with the Pre-Construction Manager finalize schedule, budget, and scope of work 

• Project Management (60%)

• Create and continuously update & manage project schedule; coordinating execution of work by Tectonic Field Team and trade partners
• Coordinate project execution planning with Superintendent, including estimating Field Team labor
• Hold Trade Partners Accountable: Direct and manage subcontractors, holding them ruthlessly accountable to the schedule, Tectonic’s quality standards, and their contracted scope of work
• Onboard the trades per project to ensure comprehensive understanding of scope, schedule via site visits and issuing purchase order. Delivery trade partners readiness to site super. 
• Protect the Margin: Own the project financials from start to closeout. Proactively identify scope creep, ruthlessly manage change orders, and anticipate cost overruns before they hit the ledger.
• Process all trade and vendor invoicing/payments
• Command the Schedule: Don't just track the schedule, drive it. Use BuilderTrend to anticipate roadblocks months in advance and proactively manipulate variables to compress timelines and prevent critical path failures. 
• Procure selections and other materials
• Consult with Designer on selections questions or needs
• Coordinate with Superintendent on delivery schedule & onsite staging
• Work with Superintendent in identifying issues onsite; be the liaison and problem solver for those issues

• Supervision (10%)
• Directly manage the Superintendent in their responsibilities to keep the Field Team and trades on schedule & producing quality work 
• Constant communication and follow up on tasks.  

• Client Management (10%)
• Guide and Protect the Client: Serve as the ultimate diplomat and educator for high-net-worth clients. Navigate the emotional roller coaster of custom building by holding firm boundaries, having hard conversations early, and delivering solutions rather than excuses.
• PM is responsible for a comprehensive understanding of the entire project and ongoing changes to the project to provide any and all answers to clients as needed.
• Address all clients questions and concerns
• Weekly check-ins and/or updates to clients re: status of project
• Client relationships improve throughout the project 

• Tectonic Systems Improvement (10%)
• Contribute improvements and create systems to enhance Tectonic project management and production processes

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years demonstrated project management experience 
• 1+ year experience using Buildertrend software (desired, not required)
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a timely, efficient manner
• Ability to populate and analyze data to show trends and inform scheduling, budgeting, and project planning decisions
• Ability to work cross-departmentally to support the various aspects of design planning and construction
• Technologically proficient; ability to efficiently operate technology and learn new software, including but not limited to: 
• Buildertrend
• Google Workspace
• Stack 
• MacOS or Microsoft OS
• Excellent communication skills, both client facing and internally 
• Ability to have difficult conversations with clients when needed 
• Ability to travel across Boulder County for project management
• Ability to navigate the ‘Triangle of Tension’ between high-end architectural design, strict client budgets, and gritty field reality.
• Demonstrated experience shifting from a collaborative team player internally to a firm, boundary-holding leader with trades and clients.
• A track record of taking absolute ownership of failures and implementing systemic changes so they never happen again.

BENEFITS

We value our team. We offer:

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience
• Paid time off = 4+ weeks per year. Accrual rate increases relative to time with the company.
• Paid holidays = 11 days
• Unlimited unpaid time off
• Company credit card
• Monthly gas stipend: $200
• BuilderTrend 1:1 training 
• Devices: Company computer & monthly phone bill reimbursement
• 401k Package
• Health Insurance

ABOUT TECTONIC

Tectonic Design + Build is a residential construction company in Boulder, Colorado that specializes in building high-performance, healthy homes. We believe homes should be beautifully designed and built with intention + have good indoor air quality, thermal comfort, and energy performance for the people that live in them. 

WORKING FOR TECTONIC

We love building together! As a growing company, we look for individuals who enjoy creating new systems, fine-tuning existing processes, and bringing expertise without ego. We are big believers in learning together and learning through doing; it’s the only way we grow! 

We look for individuals that are motivated to help our company reach its potential and take us to places we never even dreamed. Each member of our team feels integrity in their work, a part of something bigger, and ownership over their contributions to our clients and company. And loves what they do!

As our namesake implies, Tectonic is about shifting. That also applies to shifting construction industry culture. Gone are the days of toxic jobsites, working to the bone, and underappreciation. Our team is like family to us and we believe in supporting, uplifting, and empowering them. We believe in a holistic life. We support our team cultivating balance in work and life so we can all show up more present, supportive, and excited to build dream homes.

Our ideal candidate is: 

• Highly organized 
• Systems-thinker 
• Data-driven
• Detail-oriented
• Tenacious
• Self-Starter
• Motivated
• Autonomous
• Proactive
• Problem-Solver
• Strong Communicator
• Introspective
• Collaborative

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Tectonic Design + Build is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.