Installation Manager jobs in Minnesota

Field Project Manager

Location: Shakopee, MN (~40%) & Nationwide (~60%

LI Group is an end-to-end solution project management firm that specializes in large-scale rollouts, new store construction, fixture installations, and remodels. We combine warehousing, logistics, white glove delivery, installation, and construction to provide a more effective and efficient solution for our client’s projects. LI Group offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where individuals can drive processes, problem solve, and grow.

As a Field Project Manager, you will support the Construction team both in the office and onsite. In the office, you might assist in developing schedules, creating installation guides, and reading plans. Onsite you will lead the field crews, communicate project status, and ensure expectations are being met.

Responsibilities Include –

• Work with the project management team to develop project schedules, documentation, deliverables, milestones, and expectations
• Partner with the project management team to develop and execute new job plans for existing and new projects
• Assist in tracking projects, quality assurance, and managing escalations from the field
• While onsite, keep office team informed daily of project status and escalate any issues with solution based thinking and in a timely manner
• Identify solutions to challenges faced onsite, scope of work changes, and modifications to project timelines
• Drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency with the field operations and crews
• Be a leader onsite and ensure all crews within the job are working productively and consistently. Ensure every crew has a strategic plan that meets LI Group and clients expectations
• Oversee, manage, and finalize punch list tasks with field crews
• While onsite, potentially restructure field crews accordingly based on the scope of work or crews performance
• Understand and maintain knowledge on code requirements and general construction
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and subcontractors in the field and communicate professionally
• Have a knowledge of LI Groups end-to-end solution and support each division in office and onsite
• Attend daily conference calls or project meetings as required
• Arrange travel plans
• Support installations or project management team by jumping in to help or completing install start to finish
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications –

• Minimum 5 years working in retail/commercial construction
• Minimum 2 years of Construction Management, Project Management or related field responsibilities, and completed project profiles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated, able to apply best practices and to contribute to continual improvement initiatives
• Problem solving and prioritization abilities to focus on core deliverables to keep projects on track
• Exceptional blueprint reading and understanding of project documentation
• Detailed knowledge of construction means and methods
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PPT)
• Basic knowledge & ability in electrical and plumbing systems, carpentry
• Ability to travel on short notice, duration 1 day – 3 weeks, frequency could fluctuate based on projects (~40% Office; 60% Travel)