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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 ABS, leaks, pipe, plumbing, pressure, sewer, slab

We have a 2 story building in reconstruction (due to fire) with the slab and underground utilities as the starting scenario.  We need to pass city code pressure test of waste system before framing. We are struggling resolving leaks in the 6 inch waste line system under the slab.  The ABS piping system includes Ys, 90s, couplers, and straight pipe sections.  What do you see as options for inner wall repairs at all the sections?  Is there a lining process recommended here?  Other method or process to consider?  Is there a compound or solution we can add with or without water to seal and flush through the system without upsetting authorities or agencies here in CA?

-Tom

Tom, I would recommend sock lining: a felt sock pulled through an existing pipe and then inflated/expanded to fill the width of the old pipe. The sock cures in place and you have a new pipe inside of your old one. I would recommend contacting a reputable trenchless technologies company that offers sock lining services.

-Brian

Comments (0) Posted by Brian on Monday, July 27th, 2009

Filed under leaks, pipe, plumbing, residential, slab

My house is built on a slab, there is a metal pipe that looks like a drain of some sort. Water is coming out of the hole and not the pipe, I think. I just noticed the ground is wet around that area, doesn’t seem to be a lot of water, but it’s steady. Is this something that is supposed to happen? Or is this a pipe leaking under the house? There is no visible sign of water in the house.

-Kim

Kim, barring any rainwater or some other unique draining process in your house, you should not see water steadily coming from the ground into your house. Since your house is on a slab it’s possible you have a ’slab leak’ (a pipe under or in the slab is leaking), some common signs of slab leaks are:

  • Moist, wet, or damp spots/stains on flooring or carpeting
  • Water coming through the foundation
  • Sudden settling of the foundation
  • Low water pressure
  • A noticeable increase in your water bill

For more information about slab leaks, including causes, click here. I would recommend contacting a company that can check your plumbing system to see if this is a slab leak. If it is a slab leak, an epoxy lining company such as CuraFlo might be able to fix your problem without digging.

-Brian

Comments (0) Posted by Brian on Monday, July 27th, 2009