SUMMARY:

The Construction Manager (PM) is responsible for managing construction and facilities project activities from planning through completion. This role is accountable for the successful execution of assigned projects, with a strong focus on commercial construction rather than residential construction. Strong general contractor experience is required, including the ability to understand, coordinate, and communicate effectively across trades; hospitality construction experience is preferred. The Construction Manager (PM) oversees the full project lifecycle, including project planning, budgeting, scheduling, vendor and subcontractor coordination, site oversight, quality control, and closeout. Responsibilities include projects within hospitality, food and beverage, and fuel station/travel center environments. The Construction Manager (PM) must demonstrate the confidence and capability to manage assigned work with minimal supervision, including knowledge of concrete work and related construction practices. This position is also expected to model and support the organization’s Five Star Experience for Guests and Team Members by upholding the Service Promise: We are the Twenty-Nine Palms Band of Mission Indians Team, where your experience is our top priority. Every person and detail matters.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform this job successfully. Upon request, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Provide outstanding customer service to Guests, Team Members, vendors, and business partners by consistently supporting the organization’s mission and service standards.


• Lead by example and deliver the Five Star Experience to Guests and Team Members by fulfilling the Mission Statement, Service Promise, and department service standards, including welcoming, proactive, seamless, personalized, and valued.


• Coach and support Team Members to ensure they have the skills, tools, resources, and guidance needed to perform successfully and deliver the Five Star Experience.

• Serve as custodian of records for all project-related documents, ensuring records are accurate, organized, and accessible.


• Apply strong general contractor experience to manage commercial construction projects, including coordination of trades, field activities, schedules, budgets, quality expectations, and project deliverables.


• Manage construction responsibilities across hospitality, food and beverage, and fuel station/travel center areas.


• Demonstrate practical knowledge of construction trades, including concrete work, and confidently manage assigned responsibilities with minimal supervision.


• Supervise construction crews and subcontractors to ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, quality standards, and deadlines.


• Coordinate personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders while ensuring compliance with project plans, safety requirements, and applicable regulations.


• Coordinate internal and external resources to keep projects within scope, schedule, and budget in collaboration with project teams and departments.

• Maintain clear and timely communication with Construction Management, Project Management, leadership, vendors, and project stakeholders.


• Prepare and deliver accurate project progress reports, including status updates, risks, timelines, budget impacts, and action items.


• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor project progress, workmanship, safety, and quality of work.


• Monitor project timelines and proactively address issues that may affect schedule, budget, quality, or scope.


• Implement approved departmental policies, procedures, standards, and best practices.


• Manage special projects as assigned.


• Track project budgets, change orders, invoices, schedules, and related documentation to support effective project controls.

• Maintain professional communication and positive working relationships with Directors, Supervisors, Team Members, vendors, and external partners.


• Implement and follow approved departmental policies and procedures.


• Monitor project budgets and support cost control through effective processes, procedures, documentation, and follow-up.


• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with required quality standards, project plans, specifications, and applicable requirements.


• Prepare and provide budget-related information for assigned areas of responsibility.


• Stay informed of industry trends, market conditions, construction practices, and competitive local developments.


• Develop, maintain, and promote a positive, respectful, and productive work environment.


• Maintain a disciplined work environment and implement practices that promote safety, quality, accountability, and productivity.


• Coordinate and support training, assignments, coaching, and development of assigned Team Members.


• Ensure compliance with all Minimum Internal Control Standards (MICS) as well as all Tribal Internal Control Standards (TICS).


• Represent the Tribal organization in a professional and positive manner when interacting with Guests, Team Members, vendors, and partners.


• Must follow all safety policies and procedures and attend all scheduled safety meetings and training as a condition of employment.


• Make sound decisions in a fair, consistent, and professional manner.


• Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directly and indirectly manages employees within the Tribal Projects Department and ensures adherence to Tribal organization policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned teams, projects, and related work activities.

Supervisory responsibilities may include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; evaluating performance; recognizing and disciplining employees; addressing complaints; and resolving problems.