Facilities Project Manager at Westmark Credit Union

Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Management, Project Planning, Budgeting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Negotiation, Quality Control, Organizational Skills, Financial Reporting, Construction Methods, Building Systems, Facilities Operations, Computer Aided Drafting

Industry

Banking

Description

Description Discover the Westmark Difference!! Are you looking for a career? Do you want to be valued as an individual on a team? Do you want to learn, grow, and make a difference in your community? Westmark offers outstanding stability, a variety of career opportunities and exceptional work/life balance. · 60 % of our employees have been part of the Westmark family for 5+ years. · 71% of our employees who have been part of the Westmark family for one year or more have received at least one promotion. · 85% of our managers were promoted from within the company. · Westmark has been in business since 1954 and has recently grown to over $1.6 billion in assets, 15 branches, and over 75,000 members! We also have some of the most impressive benefits in the industry: · Paid Time Off (3 to 5 weeks per year, depending on tenure) PLUS 11 paid holidays. · Excellent health insurance options for employees and family with shared premiums · 401k with 75% company match and 2% profit sharing contribution · Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarships · Employee Assistance Program (Free counseling and legal services) Position Summary: The Facilities Project Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the successful planning, coordination, and execution of capital construction, renovation, remodel, and large-scale facilities projects across the credit union’s branch and operations portfolio. Acting as the owner’s representative and functioning as a field-oriented construction leader similar to a superintendent, this role provides on-site oversight, coordination, and quality control to ensure work is performed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory, design, and operational requirements. The Facilities Project Manager works closely with architects, engineers, general contractors, inspectors, municipalities, and internal stakeholders to manage day-to-day construction activities, resolve field issues, and ensure adherence to plans, specifications, and brand standards. Through proactive site presence, disciplined project controls, and strong leadership, this role ensures projects support the credit union’s strategic growth, member experience, and long-term asset. Schedule: Approximately 40 hours within a Monday through Friday work week Key Responsibilities: Facilities Project Planning & Delivery Support end-to-end delivery of facilities capital projects. Collaborate with facilities leadership to define project scope, budgets, schedules, milestones, and success criteria. Coordinate feasibility studies, site evaluations, due diligence, and pre-construction planning. Ensure projects align with operational needs, member experience standards, and long-term facilities strategy. Construction Management Track project performance metrics, budgets, timelines, and outcomes. Provide regular reports and dashboards to facilities leadership. Support design development, plan review, permitting, and jurisdictional approvals. Review contractor bids, change orders, pay applications, and closeout documentation. Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, safety compliance, and schedule adherence. Team Collaboration & Leadership Support and coach facilities support staff on best practices and tools. Promote a culture of continuous improvement in project execution and stakeholder engagement. Facilitate interdepartmental coordination to minimize risks and address roadblocks. Risk & Change Management Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Support change control processes to manage scope, timelines, and cost variations. Stakeholder Engagement Serve as the liaison between project teams, department heads, and facilities leadership. Ensure clear communication and transparency throughout the project lifecycle. Requirements Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, or a related field preferred. Equivalent combination of education and/or experience will be considered. Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience managing commercial construction, facilities, or capital improvement projects. Demonstrated experience with remodels, renovations, or ground-up construction. Experience working with architects, engineers, contractors, and local jurisdictions. Financial institution, education, retail, or multi-site facilities experience is a plus. Skills: Strong knowledge of construction methods, building systems, and facilities operations. Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedules. Excellent budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting skills. Strong organizational, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities. Working knowledge of computer aided drafting tools and drawing standards (e.g., AutoCAD, SketchUp, or similar). Proficiency with project management and documentation tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar). Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management abilities. Key Competencies: Capital Project Execution Construction & Vendor Management Budget & Schedule Control Risk Mitigation Cross-Functional Collaboration Attention to Detail Accountability & Ownership Operational Awareness Physical Requirements: Frequently required to stand, walk job sites (including uneven terrain, ladders, and active construction environments), sit at a desk, and use a computer. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds (plans, samples, small equipment). Regular travel between branches and project locations within Westmark’s service area. Ability to attend and actively participate in meetings, presentations, and training sessions both virtually and in person. Westmark Credit Union is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Responsibilities

The Facilities Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing capital construction and renovation projects. This includes managing day-to-day construction activities and ensuring compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.