PEMB Manager - Petersen Brothers Construction Inc
This role is responsible for turning awarded work into successful projects owning: scheduling, field execution, manpower planning, and project outcomes. This is a pure operations role focused on delivery, efficiency, and profitability, not sales or preconstruction.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution Leadership
• Take full ownership of projects at handoff from preconstruction
• Lead project kickoff, ensuring clear scope, schedule, and expectations
• Drive execution from mobilization through completion
• Ensure alignment between office, field, and vendors
Field Operations & Erection Oversight
• Direct and support superintendents and field crews across all PEMB projects
• Oversee erection sequencing, crane utilization, and crew sizing
• Ensure proper installation of:
o Primary steel
o Secondary framing
o Roof and wall systems
o Insulation systems (e.g., Simple Saver)
o Liner panels, trim, and accessories
• Identify and resolve field issues quickly to maintain production
Scheduling & Production Management
• Build and manage detailed PEMB erection schedules
• Sequence work to maximize efficiency (crew flow, crane picks, deliveries)
• Coordinate dependencies (e.g., secondary complete before roof install)
• Identify opportunities to accelerate schedules (overtime, crew stacking, etc.)
Manpower & Resource Planning
• Plan and allocate labor across multiple projects
• Optimize crew size, skill mix, and productivity
• Coordinate equipment needs (cranes, lifts, telehandlers, etc.)
• Ensure proper staffing to meet schedule demands
Vendor & Material Coordination
• Coordinate directly with PEMB manufacturers and suppliers on:
o Delivery schedules
o Material sequencing
o Missing/damaged materials
• Ensure projects are ready to receive and install materials without delay
• Oversee unloading, staging, and site logistics
Financial Performance (Execution Side)
• Track job costs, labor productivity, and installation efficiency
• Identify and correct cost overruns in real time
• Support billing milestones tied to erection progress
• Work with PMs/accounting to maintain strong cash flow
Problem Solving & Field Leadership
• Serve as the escalation point for field challenges
• Make real-time decisions to keep projects moving
• Maintain strong communication between field teams and leadership
• Drive accountability across all levels of execution
Quality & Safety
• Ensure all PEMB installations meet manufacturer and PBC standards
• Implement and enforce quality control processes
• Maintain strict adherence to safety protocols
• Conduct site visits and inspections regularly
Contact Jeremy Petersen at Jeremy@pbcbuilds.com or 208-734-6303.