Senior Project Manager

Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering, and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering. With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.

About the role

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the development and day-to-day operations of their territory and customer base, which will include relationship-building with contractors, consultants, clients, and potential partners. This role will oversee our highest-level projects and may include managing and training other Project Engineers/Managers (PEs/PMs).

Responsibilities

• Be a leader on all work sites by wearing proper PPE and espousing the Walbec value of Safety by regularly participating in morning huddles and following safety protocols/practices
• Manage the overall project management operations in their assigned geographical territory or client base
• Manage highest profile projects
• Bid and manage highly complicated projects, including high penalty, PWL, night work, and projects with tight timeframes
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of Manufacturing, Technical Services, and the Walbec Group family of companies
• Understand all aspects of bidding; analyze competition and bid theory
• Serve as a trusted source when the Area Manager is not available
• Mentor, train, and supervise less-experienced PEs and PMs as needed
• Maintain strong industry knowledge and involvement (WTBA, NAPA, WAPA, etc.)
• Participate in interviewing and evaluating new hires
• Attend Association meetings and promote the asphalt industry and Walbec materials and services
• Leverage strong customer relationships to:
  • Change job schedules
  • Change job phasing
  • Implement more efficient work methods
  • Promote the industry and company
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, vocational training, certification from an accredited organization, or a combination of schooling and relevant work experience
• Minimum of 8-10 years of project management experience in construction or manufacturing
• Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
• Working knowledge of DOT guidelines and regulations
• Experience in training and mentoring individuals

Skills

• Prior transportation industry and logistics experience
• Established strong, trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results
• Ability to effectively envision, develop, and implement new strategies to address competitive, complex business issues
• Manage multiple conflicting priorities
• Self-directed and motivated
• Excellent verbal and written communication, consulting, conflict management, and interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Excellent client management and business literacy skills

Additional Notes

This position will require travel.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards
• Employer Paid Medical Plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements)
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities