Project Manager - Heavy Civil

Summary:  At least 10 years of experience managing CMGC & Design Build projects in the highway, bridges and heavy civil construction arenas.  This position will provide overall management direction for existing projects and develop new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, group of Clients, geographical area or type of project.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·         Plan, organize and staff key field positions through Human Capital Department, subordinate Project Superintendents, etc.

·         Plan, organize and manage materials, equipment and subcontractors.

·         Establish project objectives, schedules, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.

• Proactively recognize and manage potential claim/change orders/value engineering issues on projects

·         Initiate and maintain liaison with client and A/E contacts, to facilitate construction activities.

·         Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.

·    Represent company in project meetings, assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.

• Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with Client. Is responsible for the overall profit and loss of each job and proactively seeks profit opportunities on all projects.

·    Negotiate Change Orders

• Prepare and update monthly a P3 scheduling for all jobs
• Monthly tracking of profit and loss on all jobs
• Weekly tracking of Labor performance on all jobs
• Handle all correspondence with Owner and Subcontractor
• Ensure acceptable “Contractor Performance Rating” scores for each job.
• Create a positive image for company by managing quality control on projects
• Uphold & maintain all Safety policies and standards on all Projects.
• Review & finalize project costs & adjustments upon project completion
• Review job performance with upper management after completion
• Perform design reviews on design build projects.

·         Assume additional responsibilities as directed by corporate executives.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college, technical school or university in Engineering, Business Management or Construction Management plus at least 10 years of experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance and management required.; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certification(s)

            Certified Project Manager preferred.

Language Skills

Ability to read (in English) analyze and respond to technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.  Complete understanding of cost accounting and percentage complete forecasts a must

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Project Management systems and software; experience with P6, bid 2 win and Viewpoint software systems a plus; Database software; Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software also required.