As your remodeling business grows, you’ve likely discovered that controlling every aspect of your company is impossible. One of the most important hires you may make is a project manager to ensure that your remodeling projects are successful from the design phase through the construction phases to completion.
This article provides a brief step-by-step guide to help you hire the right remodeling business project manager.
Defining the Role of a Project Manager
The first step is defining what a project manager does and how this role fits into your business. In general, a project manager defines timelines, sets schedules, and oversees tasks to keep a project on schedule and on budget.
Identifying the Qualities of a Good Project Manager
An experienced project manager will have the following qualities:
- Leadership skills
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
Crafting a Job Description
Think of a job description like a calling card. You can attract great construction project managers (and repel bad ones) by crafting a detailed job description that provides ample information about expectations, while also selling your company’s benefits.
At ApexKRM, our remodeling marketing agency helps clients with this step using tools like WizeHire.
Sourcing Candidates
There are a lot of places to find potential project manager candidates, and some are better than others. Job postings on LinkedIn and Indeed can be helpful. We also recommend considering a recruiting firm or requesting referrals from current employees or your existing network.
Conducting Interviews
Getting stuck with the wrong hire can be disastrous for your company, and it’s not always easy to get rid of someone once you’ve hired them. The interview process, therefore, is vital in screening candidates and confirming whether someone is a good fit.
We recommend the following tips when conducting interviews:
- Ask behavioral interview questions, such as, “Tell me about a time when you saved a project that was behind schedule.
- Assess cultural fit to determine whether the person you’re interviewing will likely get along with your team and “fit in.”
- Encourage a two-way dialogue. Allow the candidate to ask questions and be candid in your reply. Fit is a two-way street.
Evaluating Candidates
You might have more than one candidate who seems great for the job, and a thorough evaluation can help you narrow down the selection. These tips can help you find a frontrunner:
- Personality assessments: A DiSC or Myers Briggs test can give you valuable insights about who you’re considering.
- Skills test: Confirm that the person has the necessary skill before extending an offer.
- Background checks: Conduct a background check and ask for references. You can learn a lot about candidates this way!
Onboarding and Training
Once you’ve hired the person, you probably want to keep them! Don’t immediately throw them into the pool and make them fend for themselves. Have an organized onboarding and training system to ensure they have the tools to hit the ground running.
Conclusion
Hiring the right people can make a significant difference for your business. Follow these tips to find a project manager that ensures a successful project and aids business growth.
