Precast Project Leader: Design-Build & Scheduling

County-Materials-Family-of-Companies; Westmont (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

County Prestress in Westmont, IL is seeking a Project Manager to guide high-priority precast concrete projects from bid through production and delivery. You will review plans, prepare quotes, coordinate materials, and ensure schedules and delivery timelines are met.

You will supervise the estimator, support the Sales Operations Manager, and mentor Project Coordinators, collaborating with Sales, customers, scheduling, and production teams to resolve technical issues.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent.
• 4-5 years’ experience in the precast industry.
• Pro-active, multi-tasking, self-motivated team player with positive attitude.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented strategic thinker.
• Computer experience is required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar drafting software, and Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Identify and track precast concrete job opportunities in both public and private sectors.
• Review plans and specifications to develop accurate quotes for high-priority design-build projects.
• Create detailed take-offs and submittal drawings with high accuracy for timely submission.
• Collaborate with the customer and sales team to support high-profile projects.
• Coordinate special-order items to ensure timely procurement.
• Provide ongoing project support, including addressing technical questions and design changes.
• Manage scheduled production and ensure delivery timelines are met.
• Provide daily and weekly production schedules and revisions.
• Field production questions and resolve with customers.
• Communicate project timelines and priorities to the Scheduler.
• Occasional visits to jobsites to check status and schedule.

Skills

Project Management

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

County Prestress in Westmont, IL is seeking a Project Manager to guide high-priority precast concrete projects from bid through production and delivery. You will review plans, prepare quotes, coordinate materials, and ensure schedules and delivery timelines are met.

You will supervise the estimator, support the Sales Operations Manager, and mentor Project Coordinators, collaborating with Sales, customers, scheduling, and production teams to resolve technical issues.