Project Manager II

Job Description

Why are you interested

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious experienced property damage consultant to join our Long Island office in Wantagh New York. Candidates will find this position has a healthy balance of autonomy and support while working alongside construction experts under an industry leading brand.

Who is DBI

Founded in 2002 the DBI team specializes in the evaluation of damaged structures. DBIs construction experts provide independent recommendations and analysis to clients in the insurance and legal a complex industry the companys mission is to bring clarity to every client served by DBI through hard evidence expertise and accuracy.

What is the role

The Project Manager II is responsible for ensuring the timely and costly completion of building consulting projects by overseeing all phases. The Project Manager II will accurately evaluate damaged structures and compile a scope of repair as well as cost projections.

The position will be based out of our Long Island office with a starting salary range of $90000-$140000 plus semi-annual bonus potential and benefits package.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Manager

• Develop detailed budgets estimates and proposals across lump sum unit rate and cost-plus formats
• Manage project timelines schedules and resource allocation to meet delivery commitments
• Organize project teams and maintain effective relationships with staff consultants and clients
• Identify risk exposures and resolve complex technical issues as they arise
• Enforce department standards for deliverables budget tracking and project documentation
• Ensure the flow of project information is maintained and documented
• Perform all other duties as assigned

DBI

• Consistently demonstrate professionalism integrity and the highest standards of ethical behavior
• Conducts daily work and interactions in a way that aligns with the organizations values
• Maintain the confidentiality of proprietary and sensitive information exercising sound judgment and discretion
• Commit to continuous improvement and professional development for self and team members

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Architecture Construction Management Engineering or related field preferred
• Minimum Five (5) years of experience within construction restoration and/or property insurance related fields
• Ability to travel and build comradery with a response team. Willingness to travel /- 25% of the workweek
• Desire to work in a fast-paced in-person environment.
• Experience working with Xactimate RS Means Bluebeam Revu Primavera and MS Projects preferred
• Possess a valid drivers license and a satisfactory driving record

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Motivated detail oriented and ready to take on challenges
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office suite especially Excel
• Ability to observe issues and suggest innovative solutions
• Self-directed with the ability to be an effective team leader and maintain a professional demeanor
• Proven organizational skills with exemplary time management
• Technically astute and strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in inclement weather and various environmental conditions

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Our business requires work to be performed at the site of the property damage including locations where disasters or catastrophes have previously occurred.

This team member may be required to work in elevated areas such as roofs or scaffolding requiring physical agility and balance. During busy periods this may require evening overnight and/or weekend travel and work.

Our teams are provided with safety gear and PPE as they may be subject to but not limited to: outdoor extreme heat cold and precipitation; indoor noise vibrations proximity to moving mechanical parts electrical current chemicals fumes odors dusts mists gases or poor ventilation.

This team member may be required to work in close quarters crawl spaces small enclosed rooms narrow aisles passageways or other enclosed areas requiring physical agility and resistance to claustrophobia.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS:

The team member may be required to climb balance stoop kneel crouch crawl reach stand walk push pull lift finger grasp or feel especially in the course of investigating and assessing property damage; these requirements may include the need to lift weights of up to 50 pounds including a ladder.

The work requires close visual acuity with or without correction to prepare reports containing words symbols and numerical figures; the incumbent is required to view a computer terminal use a keyboard read printed documents make detailed visual inspections perceive color perceive depth and have a sufficient field of vision to carry out all inspection and related duties.