Project Manager

Essential Functions

• Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts, to facilitate preconstruction and construction activities.
• Maintain control of construction through administrative direction of on-site construction managers and superintendents 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.
• Work jointly with other members of the project team to complete the Slayden Constructors Management Administration Plan prior to initiating any fieldwork. Use the planning guidelines and tools provided throughout the project.
• Assure that direct reporting employees follow safe work practices and use company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
• Provide leadership and technical support to project engineers, field engineers and superintendents.
• Procure subcontractors and materials thru Purchase Agreements and Subcontracts.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by Operations Director.

Basic Qualifications

• 4-year engineering/construction management degree or equivalent experience and training/education.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of construction, design, finance and management experience/knowledge required on heavy civil or industrial construction projects.
• 3 - 5 years of experience on water or wastewater plant projects.
• Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
• Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities vital.
• Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential.
• Strong business-orientation required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Safety oriented, OSHA training.
• Special experience and expertise with water/wastewater treatment projects.