Construction Project Manager

Matrix Design Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Design Group, a leader in planning and engineering, seeks a Construction Project Manager. The candidate will manage multiple civil construction projects, ensuring quality control and effective communication with clients and team members. This role requires expertise in civil construction, project management, and client coordination. A competitive salary and benefits package await you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

Holiday, vacation and sick leave

Training and education

401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• 0 to 5 years of progressive Construction Management experience required.
• Demonstrated project management experience necessary.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage several construction projects simultaneously.
• Prepare bid documents and evaluate proposals.
• Direct final inspection and project closeout activities.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Construction management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Matrix has been named by The Gazette as a 2021 Colorado Springs Best Workplace!

About Matrix: Matrix Design Group, Inc., an employee-owned planning, engineering and environmental consulting firm is actively seeking a Construction Project Manager in our Colorado Springs office. As an employee-owned company we are committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, respect and excellence.

Our strengths of service, innovation, and skill are a result of that belief. We have a friendly, collegial, cooperative atmosphere and offer a full range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; holiday, vacation and sick leave; training and education; 401(k) and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Matrix employees are encouraged to participate in employee wellness programs, social committees and community outreach programs. We strive to employ highly motivated people with excellent communication and applied problem-solving skills who desire to advance their talents and skills.

Salary Range: $70,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually, Salary will be dependent upon experience.

Summary:

As a Construction Project Manager, you are responsible for managing civil-related construction projects primarily for land development, transportation, municipal and district clients. The Project Manager is part of a larger team of clients, engineers, architects, contractors, and local and state agencies who must work in unison to achieve project success. Familiarity with civil construction and in particular, the ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications is important. Experience in roadway, utility, structures, and similar construction is desired. The Project Manager prepares the scope, budget, and schedule for projects to ensure contract requirements are understood and well-planned and is responsible for project quality control and coordination during construction. The Project Manager facilitates project meetings with internal staff and clients and makes presentations concerning specific aspects of construction projects, as well as overseeing the work of technical staff.

Essential Functions:

Construction Project Management

• Manage several construction projects simultaneously.
• Inspect and enforce construction standards and contract requirements.
• Prepare bid documents and evaluate proposals.
• Perform value engineering and constructability reviews.
• Prepare cost estimates and manage project budgets.
• Maintain effective communications with project teams and clients.
• Collaborate with project engineers on submittals, RFIs, and other technical matters.
• Procure and oversee project survey and geotechnical support.
• Oversee and approve contractor work plans and schedules.
• Collaborate with project inspectors in managing project quality and safety.
• Perform contract administration including change orders and pay requests.
• Direct final inspection, project closeout, and client acceptance activities.
• Monitor and manage financial aspects of projects with billing department.
• Ensure that the staff resources are deployed in a productive and profitable manner.

Construction Services Marketing and Business Development

• Assist and advise the CS Director as required with department-level activities.
• Foster business opportunities through networking and relationship development.
• Participate in organizing and writing major proposals and statements of qualification.
• Participate in presentations and interviews as appropriate.

Corporate Contributions

• Develop partnering relationships with Matrix employees to assist on multi-disciplined projects.
• Provide comments and suggestions for the direction of the CS department and the firm.
• Maintain billability at annual targeted rates.
• Embrace and support the corporate strategic plan and objectives.
• The ability to analyze and interpret business management and technical data.
• Self-directed practitioner with strong project management and project delivery skills.
• Ability to supervise staff, bid projects, and develop project execution plans and technical deliverables.
• Outstanding client and personnel skills and the ability to persuasively communicate at all levels.
• Technical expert with outstanding team building, writing, proposal development, cost estimating, and program execution skills.
• Must be able to work effectively as a team leader in a group environment and maintain positive relationships with team members and clients.
• Organized and detail oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication.
• Ability, and willingness to travel and work at various project sites and other facility offices.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Lead, supervise, manage, direct and provide oversight of tasks and responsibilities for construction staff and/or other technical support. Mentor and train construction staff as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field.
• Zero (0) to five (5) years of progressive Construction Management experience.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Proficient at Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams and Project software.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Valid driver's license, in conjunction with successfully passing the Company’s MVR screening.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Matrix Design Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

The expected salary range for this position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.

Any applicant with a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes s/he requires a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process should contact us at 719-575-0100 for assistance.

Top engineering, planning and consulting firm providing program management, infrastructure master planning and design, Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) consulting services, land development services, transportation planning and design, water resources, environmental engineering and remediation, landscape architecture and urban design, structural engineering, geographic information services, survey, and construction management for public and private clients across the U.S.

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