Sr. DOT Project Manager

About the role

Under the direction of the Area Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities on designated jobs to ensure that goals and/or objectives of the job are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and funding parameters.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to meet deadlines
• Prepare and submit budgets, project schedules, progress reports and 3-week project schedules
• Ensure overall profitability of designated jobs
• Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects and communicate construction managers
• Engage weekly with Construction Managers and subcontractors to obtain progress reports
• Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites
• Engage with owners by attending and/or leading meetings
• Identify quality control and CRI opportunities
• Build rapport and engage with customers and subcontractors

Requirements

• 5-8+ years of experience in the heavy highway industry is preferred
• Bachelor's Degree, vocational training, certification from an accreditation organization, or combination of schooling and relevant work experience
• Valid Driver's License and considered insurable by insurance standards
• Preferred Skills:
  • Ability to communicate to others to convey information effectively, either by telephone, in written form, email, or in person
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
  • Ability to manage own time and the time of others
  • Ability to motivate, develop and direct people
  • Knowledge of project management with heavy construction materials, means and methods, equipment, job setup, bidding, invoicing and contracts
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources

Qualifications

• 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
• Paid holidays
• Profit sharing
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program
• Ongoing career growth opportunities