Project Director

CONCRETE STRATEGIES; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

CONCRETE STRATEGIES seeks a Project Leader to manage all phases of construction projects in St. Louis, Missouri. This role encompasses responsibilities from project set up through to contract execution, safety compliance, and project cost reporting.

Ideal candidates should have over 10 years of experience in the field, a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering, and deep knowledge of construction practices. We offer a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction management.
• Experience in running large self-perform concrete projects.
• Exceptional understanding of critical path scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project set up and buy out.
• Ensure project safety compliance.
• Manage project cost reporting and scheduling.
• Coordinate with GC and operation managers.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of construction principles/practices

Leadership skills

Time management

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

About the Job

This position serves as the overall Project Leader for the jobs in which they are involved. Responsibilities range from project set up, project buy out, contract execution and compliance, material and equipment procurement, daily progress tracking, project safety compliance, material and equipment invoice approval, manpower timesheet approval, responsible for project sequencing and scheduling, maintaining and updating schedules, coordination and communication with GC, extra work and change order distribution/tracking, coordination with Operation managers to secure adequate manpower, weekly cost report job forecasting, overall project fiscal responsibility.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive annual salary based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location.

Discretionary annual bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.

Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k), generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more.

Specific Role Responsibilities

• Contract/Scope review and execution.
• Project safety compliance
• Job cost spread and estimate review
• Project sequencing and scheduling
• Project quantity/progress tracking
• Project cost reporting
• Invoice coding and approval
• Material/equipment procurement
• Change order request issuance/tracking
• Develop basic change order estimate pricing
• Coordination with GC/Owner
• Coordination with CSI Operations manager regarding manpower/resources

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience
• Bachelor's degree in Construction management or Engineering recommended
• Strong knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, with an adaptable and flexible style in working with all types of individuals
• Experience running large self‑perform concrete projects with successful outcomes
• Project set up, budget planning, buy out, and cost reporting experience is a must
• Exceptional understanding of critical path scheduling for self‑perform work
• Experience leading successful project team, including development of employee and maintaining relationships with external entities
• Energetic and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency
• Highly entrepreneurial and self‑motivated, with the ability to work equally well on own as well as in a team environment
• Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi‑floor scaffolding

About Us

Concrete Strategies is a full‑service national concrete contractor with the in‑house resources and expertise to safely self‑perform a wide variety of commercial construction including all aspects of cast‑in‑place concrete, precast erections, and concrete restoration. CSI began as Clayco Tilt‑Up in 1988. In 2005, our services expanded, and we re‑branded the company to showcase the additional offerings. Our 30 years in the business have enabled us to learn and refine our craft to meet the current market needs.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications and ability to complete the essential requirements and responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is our policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, age, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company will provide equal opportunities in employment and take affirmative action as necessary in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.

This position is a safety‑sensitive position for purposes of state and federal law.