Project Manager - Asphalt

Blythe Construction; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Paid Basic Life Insurance

Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan w/Employer Match

Health and Wellness Benefits

Job summary

A leading construction firm in South Carolina is seeking a Project Manager for asphalt paving operations. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring quality and safety, managing budgets, and interacting with clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field and 10+ years of asphalt-related experience. The role involves outdoor work under various conditions and offers various benefits including life insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience in asphalt construction.
• Knowledge of construction techniques and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for asphalt paving projects.
• Develop project schedules and budgets.
• Ensure project quality and safety compliance.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Budget Control

Negotiation

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Heavy Civil Construction Equipment

Job description

General Description

The Project Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations for asphalt paving on commercial, residential & DOT construction sites.

Location: Beaufort/Ridgeland

Key Duties

• Supervises on‑site Asphalt Paving Superintendents and Asphalt Project Engineers.
• Prepares all the notification documents regarding power, water, fire utilities.
• Responsible for the technique, economic and operations plan.
• Negotiates with the client.
• Participates in the estimating process.
• Optimizes the operations means and methods with the Project Engineers.
• Controls the progress of the operation to meet the objectives.
• Determines the suppliers and the subcontractors in tandem with the Division Manager and the Contracts Department.
• Develops project schedule.
• Prepares and assists in weekly project update meetings.
• Participates in the division weekly meetings.
• Ensures project quality on the project and respects commitments with the client.
• Reviews and approves all change order requests.
• Completes project budget.
• Controls project expenses.
• Responsible for budget.
• Responsible for billing control.
• Approves invoices.
• Prepares the final quantities report.
• Actively participates in the training of all Construction Engineers.
• Actively participates in recruiting candidates.
• Responsible for Performance Evaluations for all employees assigned to project.
• Recommends and proposes technical solutions (innovative products and processes).
• Maintains professional relationship with client(s).
• Participates at the final acceptance of the project.
• Responsible for maintaining safety on the project at all time.
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Qualification Requirements

General. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each Key Duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience.

A Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (or equivalent work experience) and 10+ years of work directly related to asphalt is required.

South Carolina and North Carolina DOT experience is a plus.

Knowledge of construction technique and practices, paving, underground, concrete, and grading required.

Must have thorough knowledge of heavy, civil construction equipment. Ability to communicate with all levels of employees.

Ability to effectively work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Physical Demands.

• Regularly required to sit and/or stand during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.
• Employee is occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 25 pounds and carry up to 15 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Continuous mental attention required to complete tasks in an efficient manner.
• Exposure to dust, dirt grease and noise.
• Work can be performed at heights up to 60 feet, requiring the employee to climb ladders, scaffolds and stair towers, often with narrow steps and passageways.
• Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground and slopes in varying weather conditions.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, based on project need(s) and demand(s).

Work Environment.

• Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
• Employee regularly works near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
• Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel and ready mixed concrete.

Company Benefits

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Company Paid Long Term Disability Policy
• Company Paid Vacation & Holiday Pay
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Maternity Leave
• Company Paid Employee/Family Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Medical & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Dental Insurance
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Term Life
• Voluntary Accident, Legal, Hospital, Critical Illness Policies
• 401(k) Plan w/Employer Match
• Annual Company Stock Purchase Opportunities
• Discount Partnerships: Verizon, Ford, Perkspot
• Health and Wellness Benefits, including Monthly Gym/Fitness Incentives

We promote a Drug-Free Workplace.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability are encouraged to apply.