Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Reports To: Director of Construction & Facilities

Direct Reports: None

Department: Construction & Facilities

Location: Remote to FL, IL, MD, MA, NY, NC, PA or TN

FLSA and Position Status: Exempt/Full-time

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday with overtime and/or weekends according to business needs

Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 depending on skills and experience

Travel: 30% - 40% of the time, in or out-of-state

Job Summary

Ensures the successful execution of annual construction improvement projects (capital expenditures) from concept to completion. This includes overseeing, managing, and planning complex projects including evaluating and making recommendations for value adding enhancements. Monitor project progress, set and adhere to deadlines. This role requires a strategic approach to the planning and management of tasks. The goal is to deliver value to the assets' bottom line. This position at times will represent Westport Properties to current and future partners, investors, and vendors. This individual must have computer proficiencies and be comfortable using multiple operational platforms.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Day-to-day scheduling of vendors, getting construction project proposals, writing contracts, expense budget management.
• Site improvement strategies through the direct supervision of Director of Facility Services for all new and existing properties on a market-by-market and site-by-site basis.
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of vendors and general contractors in different states/regions
• Manage vendor administration, onboarding, compliance, scheduling, document management and project close-out, including insurance certificates, new vendor training, software system maintenance and compliance.
• Aid in the preparation of yearly facility capital improvement budgets by reviewing proposed and recommended work and providing an expenditure forecast on projects, which may include traveling to properties to understand existing conditions, identify and prioritize capital expenditures.
• Manage and coordinate due diligence process for new and acquisition properties including preparation of capital expenditure projections.
• Report on property conditions and provide the Acquisitions and Operations teams timely insight on a property’s physical and operational conditions.
• Work towards/identify all federal, state, local, industry, contractual, and company regulations, standards, specifications, and best practices
• Ensure consistent implementation of Westport Properties operating standards/policy and procedures.
• Conduct risk assessments; report identified risks to management; provide recommendations for mitigation of risk
• Maintain a high level of communication and follow-up with all levels of the organization.
• Provide emergency response as may be needed.
• Utilize company construction management platform for planning and organizing initiatives and projects.
• Identify and communicate opportunities for improvement of systems, processes, methodologies, and training to improve efficiencies and personnel.
• Serve as a contact for third party owners and asset managers for joint venture partners.
• Must be able to handle multiple construction projects in a fast-paced, changing environment

Qualifications Required

• Valid driver’s license
• Proven ability to consistently meet and exceed performance standards
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to prioritize multiple projects and deal with numerous interruptions
• Work well under pressure, meeting deadlines consistently
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Must be able to perform some of the physical requirements of the job
• Ability to travel to different states to oversee projects and meet/look for vendors.
• Ability and willingness to work remotely and in new environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Outlook, and Excel
• Highly organized and able to track progress on multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to understand and follow Company policies, and stay current with relevant industry standards

Core Competencies

• Commitment to Westport’s Mission, Vision and Core Values
• Goal-oriented and able to work independently
• Adaptable to various work settings and team dynamics

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree or equivalent experience required
• At least 5 years of commercial or residential construction management experience with emphasis in facilities management.
• Strong project accounting skills, including budget development, ongoing project cost monitoring and contract management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong computer skills (MS Suite office of programs including Word, Excel, Access, and Project)

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• $7,800 contributed annually toward Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance Coverage – up to $50,000 per employee (Basic Life & AD&D)
• 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off offered – earn 3 weeks per year at the start of your hire date
• Up to 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid On-going Professional Development & Training
• Rewards & Recognition (Manager’s Quarterly & Yearly Outstanding Achievement Awards, Core Values Award, Years of Service & Wall of Fame)
• Company Sponsored Events throughout the Year (Holiday Parties & Gifts, Company Picnic, Team building, etc.)
• Huge Potential for Career Mentorship, Growth and Advancement
• Discretionary bonus based on several factors

About Westport Properties

Founded in 1985, Westport Properties (“WPI”) is an owner-operator of self storage, multifamily and industrial properties across the United States. The Company is a fully integrated operator that develops, acquires and manages its portfolio as well as providing third-party management services. As of January 2025, WPI has over 17 million square feet of self storage space under management and its total assets under management is over $3 billion with its US Storage Centers brand as well as over 650 multifamily units while employing over 600 people nationwide. WPI is a founding partner of the 501(c)3 Kure-It, a non-profit organization that raises money for underfunded cancer research, and Charity Storage, a 501(c)3 that uses vacant storage units to raise money for local charities. To date, Kure-It has raised over $15M and Charity Storage has raised over $1.2M.

At-Will Employment & Equal Opportunity Employer

Westport Properties, Inc. is a parent company of US Storage Centers (USSC) which provides at-will, equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or genetics. Furthermore, Westport Properties, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment and discrimination based on age, disability, color, genetics, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in compliance with federal, state, and applicable local laws governing employment and labor law in every location in which the company conducts business. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Disclaimer

All Employees must pass a post-offer, pre-hire background screening which includes a multi-state criminal check and DMV Records in accordance with federal protected FCRA/FACTA Requirements for Investigative Consumer Reports, CA ICRA and other state mandated requirements for employment purposes. Furthermore, this job description is subject to change at any time. Nothing in this job description is meant to guarantee employment status and/or position. This job description neither restricts nor prevents management’s right to assign and/or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time of the essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be subsequently assigned.