Project Manager

Keller North America, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Keller North America, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Nashville, TN to oversee geotechnical project construction from planning through execution. The role emphasizes budget control, client coordination, and leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, on-time projects.

Responsibilities include pre-construction planning, risk management, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while maximizing profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum 5 years geotechnical, construction or industry related experience preferred.
• Excellent computer, written and verbal communication skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage the construction of geotechnical projects and ensure deliverables meet scope and budget.
• Lead project teams to maximize profitability and ensure schedule adherence.
• Coordinate with clients and management for proposals, risk assessment and contract requirements.
• Oversee pre-construction planning, design submittals, material ordering and submittal reviews.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Budget management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Keller is the world leader in geotechnical constructionanddeep foundations. With a North American presence of over 100 years, weoperateas the market leader with over 50 offices throughout the US and Canada. By connecting global resources and local experience, Keller develops innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions to geotechnical challenges. Our values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence enable us to lead the industryinproviding theoptimalsolution for our clients.

Keller is looking for an experienced Project Manager based out of our Nashville, TN location.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing the construction of geotechnical projects. Size and scope of projects range from $50,000-5,000,000. Works directly with clients to ensure deliverables meet scope and budget. Leads project teams to achieve success.

Responsibilities

Business Development and Proposal Preparations

• Identifies new opportunities and coordinates with the management team for support and overall strategy. Helps to identify new markets, clients and technologies while building client relationships.
• Assembles proposals which includes performing risk assessment, evaluating opportunities to increase profit, estimating, engineering, technical writing, site visits and client Q & A.
• Responsible for negotiation of the contract and understanding the contract requirements.
• Coordinates with pre-construction team if applicable.

Risk Management

• Fully understands and complies with Keller risk management policies and procedures.
• Recognizes major risks and takes appropriate measures to reduce risks to the company.

Initial Planning

• Responsible for designs, submittals, material ordering, pre-job planning and scheduling.
• Plans pre-project meetings with the Superintendent and other entities as required.
• Develops plans and strategies with the project team to maximize profitability of projects.

Project Execution

• Builds and leads effective project-based teams.
• Ensures the work performed meets the specified requirements.
• Works with the branch and project team to ensure the project stays on schedule and in budget.
• Identifies and addresses challenges and opportunities to maximize profitability.

Change Management

• Identifies, tracks and addresses changes; escalates changes when necessary.

Financial Management

• Approves and monitors weekly and monthly financial reports, forecasts, budgets and other metrics throughout the duration of the project.
• Manages A/R collections.

Safety and Quality Assurance

• Ensures compliance with all Keller and OSHA safety requirements.
• In the event of a safety incident, work in partnership with HSEQ to support employees and project management teams per Keller policy.
• Resolves all quality nonconformance issues.
• Exercises stop work authority for Safety and Quality issues

Qualifications

• Background Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, Experience)
• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum 5 years geotechnical, construction or industry related experience preferred.
• Excellent computer, written and verbal communication skills necessary