Construction Services Project Manager

About the role

Baxter & Woodman, Inc. is seeking a Construction Project Manager in our Crystal Lake, IL office.

Your impact: Support the firm’s construction group on a variety of projects ranging from roadways and bridges to underground installation and treatment plant construction. Assist with the firm’s design and other staff when required. Work directly with firm clients.

Types of projects: Roadway reconstruction, resurfacing and intersection improvements, bridge and structural improvements, water main, storm water collection and distribution systems, and associated pipelines and structures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site observation of work, repairs, and testing, as needed.
• Recommend alterations to development and design to improve the quality of projects.
• Manage multiple small and large projects successfully.
• Maintain progress schedule and shop drawings.
• Provide general civil engineering and municipal client service.
• Resolve construction conflicts and prepare cost-effective solutions.
• Provide protection for owner against defects and deficiencies in the work.
• Serve as liaison with contractor, working principally through contractor’s superintendent.
• Maintain job site records of Daily Reports, job meeting minutes, approved shop drawing submittals, and pay requests.
• Maintain records of time, equipment, and material needs for any changes in the work that may result in a change order.
• Prepare payment estimates.
• Address resident complaints and concerns.
• Cook up coordination with the contractor and other duties as needed or assigned.
• Mentor less experienced engineers.

Requirements

• 10+ years of proven progressive experience in construction engineering.
• IDOT/Tollway experience required.
• Past experience on IDOT or Illinois Tollway projects.
• Chicago DOT and METRA construction experience desirable.
• Computer skills and mastery of proprietary software (IDOT CMMS program, etc).
• Effective communication, both oral and written, with residents, businesses and public agencies.
• Ability to travel throughout Chicago area.
• Work in a team environment.
• Strong written, verbal, computer and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited program with an emphasis in construction engineering.
• Professional Engineering License.
• Project Management experience working with Local Agencies, IDOT, Tollway, Counties, etc.
• Previous experience overseeing staff in a supervisory capacity.

Skills

• None specified

Benefits

Compensation: The pay range for this role is $100,000 to $130,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

Our benefits package includes:

• Healthcare offerings, including medical, dental, and vision plans, alongside an Employee Assistance Program and dedicated benefit advisors for personalized support.
• Financial planning program, life and disability insurance, tax savings plans, and coverage for accidents, and cancer.
• Generous paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and flexible work arrangements, including the option to work from home on half Fridays and varied schedules.
• 401k plans, supported by expert financial advisors, and an Employee Stock Ownership program.

We are an equal opportunity - Vet/Disability employer.