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CuraFlo Services Inc., a leading provider of pipe restoration services for commercial, institutional structures, and multi-tenant buildings, is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to manage our projects across the US. 

The primary responsibilities of this position are estimating, planning, managing, coordinating, tracking, and reporting on all activities related to our proprietary epoxy pipelining process and re-pipe projects.

Expectations also include establishing work plans, hiring and managing sub-contractors, and managing other resources (staff, equipment, materials, etc.) required to meet project goals and timelines. Will also collaborate with Sales in the estimating and bid process, as well as participate in sales meetings and presentations. Based in Beachwood, this position will directly manage Crew Foremen and require 30% - 40% overnight travel.

The ideal candidate will possess the following: 

  • 5 + years project management experience in commercial or large-scale residential construction, and knowledge of established construction and maintenance practices.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in tracking and reporting performance to budget and schedule, and forecasting job margins and completion dates.
  • Supervisory experience is required, with a strong preference for candidates with experience in plumbing - though candidates with experience in other building trades or general contracting will be considered. 
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, thorough and attentive to detail, ability to prioritize and multi-task, pro-active and deadline oriented. 
  • Ability to establish positive working relationships with trades, laborers, and work crews, as well as building owners, engineers, clients, and residents or tenants.   
  • Experience with MS Office software, or other construction management software.  

CuraFlo Services Inc. offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental, life insurance, as well as a 401(k) Plan. For more information about CuraFlo and to apply online, please visit the Careers section of our website http://curaflo.com/AboutCuraFlo/Careers.aspx, or forward resume with salary requirements to: hurds@cohesant.com.

CuraFlo Services Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Comments (0) Posted by Avi on Thursday, June 24th, 2010

Filed under Pipe Problems, corrosion, erosion, leaks, pipe, plumbing, residential

What would the difference be between seepage vs. busted pipes? For insurance purposes?

-Jennifer

Jennifer, since I’m not an insurance expert, I’ll defer to a qualified insurance agent –Tim Eckley of Elite Insurance Coverage, who has a simple explanation:

Seepage usually occurs slowly over time and may be the result of normal wear and tear or deterioration which is not covered by most insurance policies. A broken pipe is sudden and accidental and is covered by most policies. Whether or not your insurance will cover the repair of the affected pipe(s) or the damage to property or structure is something you’ll need to find out from your insurance agent.

-Brian

Comments (0) Posted by Brian on Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

Filed under Pipe Problems, corrosion, epoxy, erosion, hot, leaks, lining, pipe, water

I have a two-story fifty room hotel and I have a hot water recirculating pipe that gives instant hot water in any room at any given time. The mechanical room is located in one end of the building but somehow I constantly get pinhole leaks on the opposite end of the building, in almost within same rooms or area. Why not in different rooms?

–Sanjay

Sanjay, your pipe is corroding as well as eroding. Failures typically occur in the recirculation line first because it’s smaller in diameter and it’s receiving constant flow through it (which actually erodes it). Your problem is not unusual at all, typically the hot water line is looped around (in your case, it would be in your last units) and then returns as your recirculation line. If you want to avoid repeatedly replacing or patching this pipe, epoxy pipe lining will prevent corrosion and erosion.

-Brian

Comments (0) Posted by Brian on Thursday, July 31st, 2008