Project Manager

CalPortland; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

CalPortland is seeking a Project Manager for Operations in San Jose, CA to assist the Quality Control Manager by reviewing project specifications and ensuring critical projects are planned and executed. You will inspect raw materials to ensure project specifications are met and provide hands-on support on site.

Responsibilities include coordinating with regional teams, managing schedules, testing, and reporting. A valid driver's license and ability to work varied shifts are required.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of ready-mix experience, preferably in a construction materials environment.
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must.
• Ability to work varying work shifts; night work may be required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Ability to multi-task; adept at quick problem-solving.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Current valid driver’s license and insurable under CalPortland vehicle insurance.
• Safe driving record; (may require DMV report).
• Physical requirements: lifting, bending, and standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned geographical sales area for Central Concrete Supply.
• Review project specifications and manage mix submittals / revisions.
• Coordinate and attend pre-construction meetings.
• Provide job-site service and first-line technical support including quality control, safety, and environmental oversight.
• Train and provide ongoing guidance to field technicians.
• Coordinate work with other regional management personnel to better serve the customer.
• Manage key project elements: correspondence, schedules, specifications, testing and analysis.
• Prepare and analyze reports to optimize mix performance.
• Handle project problems and complaints; maintain equipment calibrations for lab/field.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Project Manager for Operations is responsible for assisting the Quality Control Manager by reviewing project specifications and ensuring critical projects are successfully planned and executed. This individual will inspect raw materials to ensure project specifications are met.

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

Salary Range $95,000 - $109,000 DOE

Responsibilities

• Managing an assigned geographical sales area for Central Concrete Supply
• Review project specifications and manage mix submittals / revisions
• Coordinating and attending pre-construction meetings
• Provide job-site service and first-line technical support including quality control, safety, and environmental oversight
• Training and ongoing guidance of field technicians
• Coordinate work with other regional management personnel (i.e. Sales, Operations, Customer Service, Dispatch) in order to better serve the customer
• Manage key project elements, including correspondence, schedules, specifications, testing and statistical analysis of service and product performance
• Prepare and analyze reports (i.e. compressive strength, gradations, etc.) to determine how to optimize mix performance
• Handle and provide solutions for project problems and complaints
• Maintain equipment and calibrations for laboratory and field equipment
• Obtain and maintain all necessary ACI certifications

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• 2-5 years of ready-mix experience, preferably in a construction materials environment
• Good attendance and punctuality are a must
• Ability to work varying work shifts with varying start and stop times; night work will be required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to multi-task; adept at quick problem-solving
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Current valid driver’s license and insurable under CalPortland vehicle insurance
• Safe driving record (must provide a 39-month Motor Vehicle Report/DMV H-6 printout)
• Physical Requirements: climbing, stooping, bending, squatting, frequent lifting of extension chutes (up to 50 pounds), stretching, and driving/sitting
• Uses radio to communicate with company personnel
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (may be exposed to extremes of hot and/or cold)
• Subject to the CalPortland Drug and Alcohol Program

Preferred: Experience in a vertically integrated construction materials organization

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.

Location: San Jose, CA, US, 95126

Job Type: Salaried

Nearest Major Market: San Jose
Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto