Construction Materials Project Manager

General Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of a construction materials engineering project(s) to ensure that it is safely completed on time and within scope and budget. Responsible for completing the project as per its contracted scope; monitor progress and performance against the project plan. Troubleshoot and recommend or resolve operational problems and minimize delays. Conducts meetings and prepares reports to communicate the status of the project to the project team and client. Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet project targets and milestones. Coordinates effort with APR to ensure engagement throughout the project, particularly at critical junctures. Involved with approving invoices, preparing change orders, and collections.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a small to medium-sized project.
• Work with the client or NAM to define project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Design, communicate, and implement a project plan for completing the project.
• Lead safety efforts, including preparation and compliance with the approved safety plan.
• Take action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays.
• Identify, develop, and gather resources to complete the project, including preparing calculations, designs, reports, and work specifications; developing project schedules, budgets, and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
• Partner with other departments or offices to secure specialized resources for the project.
• Conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate project status.
• Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet targets and milestones.
• Coordinate with APR to ensure appropriate oversight and sufficient time for reviews at critical junctures.
• Coordinate with accounting for financial management, invoicing, and collections.
• Develop understanding and awareness of project-related risks, familiarizing with potential issues and company risk policies.
• Lead safety efforts, ensure team compliance with safety rules, and promote a safe work environment.
• Promote pre-task planning and continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.
• Engage APRs on projects at their onset.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline practiced by the Firm (e.g., Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology) and a minimum of 5 years’ related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or similar professional registration/certification relevant to the type of services and projects being managed.