Construction Project Manager

Department: OperationsLocation: Raleigh, NC Description The Construction Project Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of heavy civil construction project execution, including the development of project plans encompassing scope, budget, and schedule. This role ensures effective documentation and clear communication of project plans while driving performance in alignment with approved objectives. The Project Manager monitors progress, manages risks, and implements adjustments as needed to ensure successful project delivery. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills are essential to effectively guide projects from planning through completion. Work Environment: Work is performed both indoors and outside in all types of environmental conditions. This position performs strenuous physical activity, for long periods, under varying and adverse field conditions. This position must be able to lift and/or carry up to 75 lbs., stand, walk on uneven surfaces, manually manipulate, grasp, reach out and above shoulder, climb, kneel, bend, twist, and push/pull. Responsibilities Manage small- to mid-sized projectsOversee design, estimating, quality control, construction, and operations of assigned project(s) or job site(s)Perform preconstruction activities, including estimate preparation and subcontractor solicitationsAttend job meetings, including preconstruction, project, and staff meetingsConduct client and/or subcontractor meetingsReport project status and performance data to the owner and team membersManage work schedulesInteract with consultants, clients, and contractors to resolve issues, answer questions, and coordinate needs and requirementsPlan and organize day-to-day project team activitiesAdminister the project teams and coordinate activities between project locations, ensuring all decisions and activities within the various project teams support the project's objectives and prioritiesOrganize, schedule, and control project work to ensure all project objectives are being met regarding safety, environment, cost, schedule, work environment, and qualityObtain all necessary approvals for planned workMaintain project cost forecasts, monitor labor and equipment productivity, review job cost performance, and develop corrective action plans when projects deviate from budget or scheduleKeep team members informed on project progress and developmentsMonitor project document development and project change and variation ordersManage personnel needs, including but not limited to appropriately staffing the projects, addressing employee concerns/questions and disciplinary actions, and supporting/mentoring lower-level supervision with personnel needsMay manage multiple Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Field EngineersSupport safety program policies, procedures, implementation, and compliance verificationPerform other duties as needed Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferredMinimum of 5 years of project management experience in heavy civil, industrial, infrastructure, site development, utility, concrete, earthwork, or a closely related construction environmentDemonstrated experience managing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout, including budget, schedule, subcontractor coordination, change management, and field executionWillingness and ability to travel and work for extended periods at job sites located predominantly in the Southeastern United States; ability to have a flexible work schedule, including working weekends as neededDemonstrated ability to accomplish a high volume of complex work with attention to detailExcellent interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplinesExcellent written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to convey information by telephone, email, and in person and effectively communicate in one-on-one and small-group situations, which may include customers, vendors, and/or other employeesBasic math skills are required, and the ability to accurately calculate figures and amounts is requiredProficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using construction management, scheduling, estimating, or project controls software, such as HCSS HeavyBidAbility to resolve problems involving several variables with limited supervisionAbility to read, understand, and analyze plans and specificationsSense of urgency and ability to respond to changing situationsValid driver’s license and ability to drive Benefits 401K with company matchPTO, holidays, and paid winter holidayProfessional development and career growth opportunitiesCompany vehicle and fuel card Cell phone allowance