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Description

Company Profile:

Plant Prefab is a certified B Corp and Benefit Corporation that manufactures customized prefabricated building components-enabling general contractors, developers, and homebuilders to construct high-quality architectural homes faster, more reliably, and more affordably. From its $40M, 270,000-square-foot automated factory in Tejon Ranch-the first in the nation purpose-built to produce both modular and panelized housing components at scale-Plant can manufacture 1,000-2,000 homes per year. Its patented Plant Building System combines automation, design flexibility, and sustainable construction to deliver superior quality and efficiency compared to traditional building methods. Plant brings extensive experience in fire-resilient construction and is currently involved in dozens of rebuilding projects comprising dozens of homes in Altadena, Pacific Palisades, and Malibu.

Job Summary:

Plant is seeking a Project Manager to expertly facilitate and manage the execution of various projects from early design to production and site installation. Candidates must have at least 3+ years of experience in modular / offsite construction, with a strong understanding of the coordination required between design, manufacturing, and field installation. Plant Project Managers are the central point of contact and information for our projects and accountable to ensure that every project is completed on-time, on-budget, and with high customer satisfaction. Project Managers work closely and seamlessly with factory and field personnel, purchasing, estimating, business development and design teams to ensure project delivery. The ideal candidate will be able to expertly manage project schedules (including Gantt charting and timelines), information flow, costs, RFIs, submittals and change orders. The position can be based in our Tejon Ranch, CA office or a hybrid of remote / field visits and report to the Head of Project Management. Candidate must be located within the Greater LA or Bakersfield area. 

Core Responsibilities:

• Manage the customer experience by overseeing prefabricated projects from feasibility stage and design into production.
• Directly oversee projects during design/precon, through material procurement and into manufacturing to ensure strict adherence to project specifications and scope of work.
• Interpret Architectural and SMEPF (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire protection) construction documents and understand their integration within the overall building design.
• Resolve construction conflicts during the design and engineering phases of preconstruction.
• Coordinate the creation of project objectives, schedules, and budgets, coordinating and communicating with clients, architects, developers, general contractors, engineers, MEP designers, state and local jurisdictions.
• Coordinate value engineering efforts and alternative solutions with project owner, designers, engineers, and subcontractors
• Coordinate project team to ensure timely submittals, requests for information (RFIs), and plan revisions.
• Create and submit accurate change orders.
• Coordinate procurement schedules and provide takeoffs to the purchasing department to ensure accurate and timely delivery of materials.
• Manage preconstruction schedules, monitor project progress, and resolve issues as they arise.
• Act as the primary point of contact and communicate project status to all stakeholders.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans, reports, pictures, and videos.
• Ensure that quality standards and requirements are met for all projects.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project reports.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Engineering, architecture, or construction management degree; additional PMP or Project Management certification preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years of direct experience in modular / offsite construction (required), with 5-10 years of total experience in design, permitting, and construction, including 3-6 years in project management from concept through delivery and installation. Experience across multiple industry disciplines is a plus. 
• Proficient in the review of design and construction documents.
• Experience with both single family and multi-family apartment projects highly preferred.
• Ability to prepare and interpret flowcharts, schedules, and step-by-step action plans.
• Solid leadership, organizational skills, including multitasking and time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, timeline-driven startup environment that requires a high degree of self-motivation
• High proficiency in project/construction management software (e.g., Microsoft Projects, Procore, Autodesk Build or similar) We are currently on Autodesk Build.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of Plant Prefab
• Technical knowledge of building codes.
• Knowledge of estimating and takeoff processes

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (salary, discretionary bonus, and stock options) commensurate with experience and skills
• Excellent medical, vision, and dental insurance
• The opportunity to work with great architects and meaningfully contribute to projects that improve the quality of life for people and the planet

Application Instructions:

Please apply on Paylocity, taking care to complete all required fields. 

Applicants must be authorized to legally work in the U.S.; sorry, no sponsorship is available. Applicants may be subject to passing a background check and drug screening. Plant Prefab has an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.