Earthwork Project Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking an Earthwork Project Manager to lead grading and earthwork operations across multiple projects in California.

The role partners with leadership to set direction for Earthwork Operations and aligns with regional goals to deliver high-performing outcomes. The position requires 5+ years in earthwork, a bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering, and proven experience managing multi-project portfolios exceeding $20M.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Self-Perform Grading/Earthwork Operations.
• Direct experience leading multiple construction projects >$20M.
• 10 years minimum of progressive experience in construction management.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial construction principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead Earthwork Operations and manage Earthwork staff.
• Oversee safety, quality, and schedule adherence for projects.
• Develop staffing plans with Project Directors and Talent Acquisition.
• Ensure contract compliance and cost control on projects.
• Coordinate with regional teams for training and best practices.
• Establish relationships with owners, design teams, and subs.

Skills

Earthwork Operations experience

Project leadership >$20M

Construction management experience

Construction principles knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management/Engineering

Job description

About McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

Core Values

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The Earthwork Project Manager is responsible for the leadership and management of the Earthwork Operations. The Earthwork Project Manager will partner with leadership to set the overall direction and focus of the Earthwork Operations group to best meet the regional goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

Top Talent

• Must have a developmental mindset to positively coach and support each partner.
• Lead, mentor and develop Project Staff and engage in positive Employee Management Connection (EMC).
• Manage multiple job-site staff members remotely, ensuring proper oversight and development of multiple levels of staff.
• Drive accountability for best practices and procedures set up and follow through for best outcome on projects.
• Partner with National Civil Regions and self-perform Civil Groups to support company-wide training efforts.
• Develop and lead regional training efforts for Earthwork Operations. Share regional training with other regions as appropriate.
• Work with Project Directors to ensure appropriate staffing assignments are being made in a timely manner.
• Work with Regional Talent Acquisition Manager and VP to develop a recruiting plan to acquire Interns, new hire Project Engineers, and experienced professionals and craft as needed to meet the AOP Goals.
• Recommend self-improvement programs that may assist employees in their professional and personal development.

Operational Excellence

• Responsible for P&L on each project. Become thoroughly knowledgeable of projected costs, contingent liabilities, and contingent savings/increased profits.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of the McCarthy/Owner contract and oversee the entire field operation to achieve contract compliance.
• Maintain consistency in operations and leverage and adhere to the Self-Perform Process Map
• Monitor production daily. Review labor cost and productivity reports weekly and appropriately manage quantity reporting and projections.
• Monitor receipt of subcontractor bonds and periodically review status of subcontractor management, change order processing and shop drawings.
• Anticipate and assist the project staff in resolving problems involving the Grading Operations.
• Ensure lessons learned and Earthwork Operations Quality incidents are shared across region and company. Coordinate and document with Quality Director and Project Directors.

Safety

• Champion job site safety effort, motivating the on-site team in the implementation of McCarthy safety guidelines to achieve Regional Goals of no injuries.
• Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs.

Schedule

• Assist the project staff in the development of the construction schedule.
• Monitor schedule performance.
• Independently review schedule, and implement work plans to capitalize on schedule opportunities and/or mitigate potential schedule risks.

Quality

• Oversee quality management program to achieve contract compliance and a quality project.
• Review Earthwork Operations GMP’s in conjunction with Precon team review and finalization.

Preconstruction

• Work with the regional Preconstruction groups to ensure appropriate Earthwork support is provided on preconstruction efforts.
• Provide constructability reviews during preconstruction.
• Assist in developing a work plan during preconstruction to produce an accurate and competitive estimate.

Client Focus

• Establish/maintain a good relationship with owner, design team and Subcontractors.
• Recommend self-improvement programs that may assist employees in their professional and personal development.
• Maximize McCarthy's visibility in the surrounding community.
• Participate in industry organizations and attend conferences that are beneficial to McCarthy’s connection to the market and are educational in nature.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum of experience in Self-Perform Grading/Earthwork Operations
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management/Engineering required.
• Direct experience leading multiple construction projects in excess of $20M.
• 10 years minimum of progressive experience in construction management
• In-depth knowledge of intricate commercial construction principles/practices required.
• Experience leading multiple successful project teams, including development of direct reports, and maintaining relationships with external entities.
• Advanced knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work.

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For California locations only, the salary range for this position is: $117,000 – $161,000 depending on location. This does not include a possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.