Project Manager Job Description
Company Overview
Degler-Whiting has been serving schools and commercial facilities for more than 70 years as a trusted representative of leading manufacturers. We provide equipment solutions including athletic equipment, bleachers, lockers, scoreboards, operable partitions, and auditorium seating, with a specialty focus on commercial gymnasium construction projects, installation, service, and system support.
Position Title & Summary
The Project Manager oversees multiple projects from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring schedules, budgets, documentation, and client expectations are managed effectively. This role partners closely with sales, operations, service, and accounting and primarily supports projects throughout the Greater Philadelphia and Delaware region.
The ideal candidate brings strong construction knowledge, sound project leadership, and the ability to coordinate effectively with general contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and clients in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment. Limited travel to job sites, manufacturer facilities, and team meetings may be required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Coordinate and support field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Operations and leadership teams to allocate manpower, equipment, and materials effectively.
• Provide project direction and support to ensure team alignment with schedules, budgets, and company standards.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
• Manage construction projects from award through closeout while maintaining schedules and budgets.
• Review project plans, specifications, drawings, and bid documents to ensure project requirements are understood and executed properly.
• Prepare and process submittals, RFIs, change orders, closeout documents, and other project-related documentation.
• Create and issue purchase orders to vendors and subcontractors.
• Monitor project progress, job costs, and billing status while coordinating with accounting for invoicing and financial reporting.
• Identify potential project risks, delays, and conflicts, and proactively develop solutions to maintain project timelines.
• Coordinate with Operations to allocate manpower, equipment, and materials to meet project deadlines.
• Communicate regularly with clients, architects, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure project expectations and deliverables are aligned.
• Conduct project meetings and maintain detailed records of project communications and updates.
• Track material lead times and coordinate deliveries to support installation schedules.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable safety standards, company policies, and contractual requirements.
• Assist management with additional duties, special projects, and operational initiatives as assigned.
Required Qualifications
• 5+ years of experience in specialty construction project management, operations, or a related construction environment.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, specifications, drawings, contracts, means, methods, and sequencing.
• Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, job costs, and multiple concurrent projects.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management platforms such as Procore, Bluebeam, Deltek, Salesforce, SharePoint, or similar tools.
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Strong attention to detail and adaptability in changing project conditions and schedules.
• Valid driver’s license required.
Preferred Qualifications and Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Notary License preferred for occasional office support services.
Work Environment
• Primarily an in-office position.
• Occasional site visits may be required.
• Limited travel to manufacturer facilities or team meetings may be required.
• Yearly trade show (PASBO)
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance bonuses and profit sharing opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.