Sr. Project Manager, Deep Foundations & Marine Construction

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall management direction for assigned deep foundations and marine construction projects, ensuring successful execution from start to finish.
• Develop, maintain, and manage comprehensive project plans, schedules (CPM), and budgets.
• Lead and mentor project teams, including Project Engineers, Field Engineers, Superintendents, and foremen, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
• Establish project objectives, policies, and procedures in line with company standards and contract specifications.
• Oversee and coordinate all project activities, including design review, procurement, construction, and closeout.

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience in deep foundations (e.g., pile driving, caissons, micropiles, slurry walls, ground improvement, support of excavation) and marine construction (e.g., wharves, piers, bulkheads, cofferdams, dredging, pile-supported structures).
• Interpret and explain complex plans, specifications, and contract terms to project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Actively participate in the development of construction methodologies, means, and methods, and ensure their effective implementation.
• Work closely with design teams and engineers to resolve technical challenges and optimize constructability.

Financial & Contractual Oversight

• Manage the financial aspects of projects, including cost control, forecasting, change order management, and subcontractor payments.
• Ensure projects are completed within budget constraints and maximize profitability.
• Negotiate and administer subcontracts and purchase orders effectively.
• Prepare and submit accurate project reports, including progress, costs, and scheduling updates.

Safety & Quality Assurance

• Champion a strong safety culture on all project sites, ensuring strict adherence to company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety plans.
• Develop and implement project quality control plans, ensuring all work meets contractual requirements and company standards.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks (safety, schedule, cost, quality).

Client & Stakeholder Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, owners, and other key stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring clear communication.
• Represent J.F. White in project meetings, negotiations, and discussions.
• Proactively address and resolve issues to ensure maximum client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 10-15+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, with a strong focus on deep foundations and marine construction projects.
• Proven experience managing projects valued at $10M+.
• Thorough understanding of construction means and methods, plans, specifications, and industry best practices for deep foundations and marine work.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project), estimating software (HeavyBid), and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong leadership, communication (written and verbal), interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and quality excellence.
• Able to travel to project sites as required.

Pay

Compensation Range: $170,000-$220,000