Project Manager

Forgen; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Wellness programs

Employee awards

Job summary

Forgen is seeking a seasoned Project Manager in Baton Rouge to own full project delivery from estimate to closeout. You will lead safety, schedule, cost control, subcontractor management, and client communications to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and profitably.

You will develop execution plans, manage change, handle contract administration, and drive risk mitigation while safeguarding project profitability in a fast-paced geotechnical and civil construction environment across

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent project-related experience.
• More than ten years in heavy civil construction with at least five years in project management and supervision.
• Proficiency with project controls software; strong communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of safety, codes, standards, and cross-functional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Own full project delivery from estimate to closeout, ensuring safety, schedule, and profitability.
• Own budgeting, forecasting, cost administration, and revenue recognition for assigned projects.
• Serve as primary client contact and drive subcontractor accountability.
• Develop execution plans aligned to scope, schedule, and risk; manage contract administration and change.
• Direct onsite team, supervise subcontractors, and ensure high-quality production.
• Lead risk management, claims, and closeout activities; ensure documentation integrity.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Client communication

Leadership

Safety culture

Subcontractor management

Claims & change negotiations

Documentation & reporting

Education

BS, Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office/Project

Primavera (P6)

AutoCAD

Job description

Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas

Forgen is dedicated to building a better future - for generations.

Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas

Position Summary

The Project Manager holds full ownership of assigned projects, leading the transition from estimate to execution and directing the work through to closeout to ensure it is delivered safely, on schedule, and profitably. This role owns project financial performance—including budgeting, forecasting, cost administration, and revenue recognition—while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and driving subcontractor accountability. The Project Manager sets execution plans aligned to scope, schedule, and risk; leads contract administration and change management; and directs the onsite team to ensure consistent, high-quality production. Ultimately, the Project Manager is responsible for the overall profit and loss of each assigned project, managing it according to Forgen's corporate philosophy of safe, quality production while securing the most favorable economic outcome for Forgen.

Forgen is a leading geotechnical and specialty civil construction company operating across North America. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for complex civil, geotechnical, and environmental challenges, guided by our core values of integrity, passion, teamwork, and smart work.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
• Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project.
• Assist with estimating and proposals of assigned bid opportunities with detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, takeoff information, production rates, subcontractors and overall project approach.
• Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Responsible for development of basic project schedules. Responsible for all project cost administration processes to include; completing/reviewing project budget, weekly receiving reports, cost reports and providing monthly cost and revenue forecasts. Responsible for insuring accurate production reporting and interfacing with client representatives and responsible for administration of all subcontractors.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise onsite functions (scheduling, engineering, material control, provide day-to-day direction of onsite administrative staff in accounting, purchasing, etc.).
• Responsible for understanding of general contract administration and a complete understanding of all project contract requirements. Responsible for recognizing changes in project scope and or conditions, ability to develop claims and responsible for leading claim and change negotiations.
• Owns escalation trigger, framing, and initial execution for project risk.
• Supervise employees and other subcontractors as required by the contract. Responsible for hiring and disciplinary actions with all assigned project staff to include both project craft and salaried staff.
• Provide technical assistance, i.e. interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc. as required. Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
• Owns documentation integrity as part of project risk management, ensuring project files support claims, audits, and closeout, and correcting documentation gaps immediately.
• Assume responsibility for productivity of employees, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the projects.
• Responsible for the overall profit and loss for assigned projects.
• Owns full project closeout, including lessons learned, staff feedback, subcontractor performance review, and final risk and claim disposition.
• Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.

Basic Qualifications

• BS, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent Project related experience.
• More than ten years of progressive heavy civil construction experience, with the most recent five years of progressive Project Management experience including direct supervisory experience in heavy civil construction.
• Skilled in project controls software, including Excel, Microsoft Office/Project, Primavera (P6); AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
• Strong understanding of construction engineering, codes, standards, and cross-functional relationships.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and leadership skills; able to resolve complex contract issues independently.
• Highly motivated, safety-focused, ethical, and committed to doing quality work.
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and sound decision-making abilities.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Preferred Qualifications

• In‑Situ Stabilization project experience is a plus.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
• The following safety training is preferred, but not mandatory. Company will provide additional training, as necessary.
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
  • Competent Person Safety Training
  • 8-Hour Supervisory Training
  • 30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
  • First Aid and CPR

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This office-based role requires frequent computer use and effective communication, with occasional travel to project sites as needed. Site visits may involve extended periods of standing or walking and required PPE, with potential exposure to heavy equipment, chemicals, dust, fumes, uneven terrain, and extreme weather.

This job description outlines the general scope of work and is not exhaustive. Employees may be assigned additional duties as needed. Requirements may be adjusted to accommodate disabilities, except where they pose a direct safety risk.

Perks and Benefits

Forgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, bonuses, paid time off, and more. We support a flexible work model for most non‑craft positions and provide additional perks like education assistance, wellness programs, and employee awards.

Forgen is an equal‑opportunity employer and prohibit s discrimination based on any legally protected status.

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