Project Manager I - Shreveport, LA

Job Responsibilities

• Aids project directors in responding to Request for Proposals (RFPs), including the preparation of conceptual estimates, schedules, and other proposal documents.
• Participates in client presentations if required.
• Maintains oversight of the progress of design documents.
• Attends design review meetings and provides input regarding constructability, scope, and cost changes.
• Prepares detailed estimates, cost codes, and cost control systems.
• Develops bid packages, invitation to bid inquiries, and receives and analyzes bids.
• Establishes job organization, including the superintendent and project engineer (PCE) requirements.
• Schedules, sequences, and manages the project with input from the superintendent and subcontractors.
• Manages the project schedule, conducts job site meetings, and updates schedules.
• Controls project costs, including updating labor cost reports, summary cost reports, and project status summaries.
• Prepares requisitions for payment and other required project invoicing.
• Maximizes project cash flow through invoicing and collections.
• Prepares and secures owner acceptance of contract change orders.
• Issues modifications to subcontracts and purchase orders after owner acceptance and updates budget in the summary cost report.
• Manages payments to subcontractors and vendors, including reviewing and approving schedules of value, pay requisitions, invoices, and required insurance coverage.
• Monitors subcontractor and supplier performance issues, including documentation, default notices, and replacement, if necessary.
• Reviews and monitors project progress, quality, and safety.
• Works with the superintendent and makes corrections as required to comply with contract and company policy and procedures.
• Affords mentoring and on-the-job training to construction personnel.
• Effectively manages project close-out tasks and any warranty work.

Requirements

High School/GED degree.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of minimum experience in construction management.
• Expertise in managing resources, including budgets, schedules, and materials.
• Knowledge of estimating, construction methods, engineering, equipment, and technology.
• Excellent understanding of safety procedures.
• Strong organizational, supervisory, communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.
• Ability to understand and execute the company vision and values of Team, Excellence, Service, and Trust.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Company-provided hospital indemnity, accident, and critical care plans.
• Roth 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary matching contributions.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid time off and nine company holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible work hours and remote work options.
• Employee assistance programs for physical and mental well-being.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within the organization.
• Many more!

Environmental Factors and Physical Requirements

• Frequent ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations.
• Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp.
• Visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, and read application information.
• Frequent sitting, reaching with hands and arms, talking, and hearing.