Project Manager

Norris Asphalt Paving Company; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Job summary

Norris Asphalt Paving Co. in Iowa seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee asphalt paving projects from initial planning and estimating through completion, review project plans, specifications and drawings, and prepare competitive bids.

The role involves scheduling, coordinating with subcontractors and vendors, procuring materials, and ensuring work meets contract requirements. Proficiency in Excel and strong written/verbal communication, leadership, and willingness to travel are

Qualifications

• Experience managing asphalt paving projects from planning to completion.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and drawings.
• Proficient in Excel and able to learn new software quickly.
• Strong written and verbal communication; effective leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from initial planning and estimating through completion.
• Review project plans, specifications and drawings; prepare bids.
• Procure materials and solicit/ negotiate bids from subcontractors and vendors.
• Oversee awarded projects, coordinate scheduling and field work.
• Read and interpret construction plans; travel as needed.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Leadership

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

General Info

Job Type: Permanent

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1 year or some college

Minimum Years of Education Required: High School/GED

Company Info

Norris Asphalt Paving Co. has been bringing high quality Hot Mix Asphalt products and paving services to Iowa and Missouri for over 50 years. Our Ottumwa, Iowa, location features our Main Offices and a modern state-of-the-art HMA production facility to meet your every need. Our Harvey facility provides HMA for the Oskaloosa/Knoxville/Pella area. Our 2 modern portable HMA facilities travel Iowa and Missouri to provide safe and smooth roads for the traveling public. Our award-winning crews can do any asphalt job from driveways and parking lots to streets, roads, and highways to specialty projects such as race tracks and commercial compost pads. Believe it when we say "We Pave with Pride!".

Norris Asphalt Paving Co., LC is an E.O.E. that encourages women and minorities to apply.

Job Description

This position is responsible for managing asphalt paving projects from initial planning and estimating through project completion. Responsibilities include reviewing project plans, specifications, and drawings; preparing competitive bids; procuring materials; soliciting and negotiating bids from subcontractors and vendors; submitting proposals; and overseeing awarded projects through completion.

The Project Manager will assist with project scheduling and coordination to ensure work is completed efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with contract requirements and deadlines. The position requires the ability to read, interpret, and understand construction plans, drawings, and specifications.

Candidates should have a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and be comfortable learning and utilizing new software programs and technology. The ideal candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills, demonstrate effective leadership, and lead by example while sharing knowledge and expertise with others.

This is a full-time, salaried position that requires flexibility, extended hours during peak construction periods, and a willingness to travel. Company vehicle and lodging reimbursement are provided as part of the position.

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.