Project Manager (Austin, TX) – Austin Bridge & Road

Austinindl; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead heavy civil projects in Austin. This role is crucial for ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards. The successful candidate will manage schedules, control costs, and coordinate with subcontractors, contributing to the company's reputation for excellence. Join a team that values employee ownership and offers a supportive work environment, where your expertise will make a significant impact on landmark projects in the construction industry.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K Matching

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in heavy civil or infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration across management levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage project schedules and costs while ensuring compliance with plans.
• Oversee document control and project closeout tasks.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Project Manager (Austin, Texas) – Austin Bridge & Road

Austin Industries is one of the nation’s largest, most diversified U.S.-based construction companies. With more than 7,000 employee-owners, Austin Industries provides nearly every type of civil, commercial, and industrial construction services through our operating companies: Austin Bridge & Road, Austin Commercial, and Austin Industrial.

Austin Bridge & Road is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead projects in Austin, Texas. This role is essential for ensuring the successful execution of projects by managing schedules, tracking quantities, controlling costs, implementing engineering designs, overseeing document control, forecasting job costs, managing subcontractors, and coordinating procurement. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget, while contributing to the continued success and reputation of Austin Bridge & Road.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Field Office Manager

Functional Areas of Responsibility

• Administration
• Construction
• Bid Review
• Training
• Assist in Subcontract negotiations and project buyout
• Scheduling and coordination of the project
• Project cost accounting
• Owner billings
• Change orders
• Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers
• Ensure compliance with company policies & procedures
• Development of subordinates
• Participate as a multi-rater in annual reviews of subordinates

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the document control system, including RFIs, submittals, correspondence, and meeting notes specific to Waterworks projects.
• Review submittals to ensure proper coordination and compliance with plans and specifications tailored to Waterworks requirements.
• Collaborate with the superintendent to assist with project startup activities for Waterworks systems.
• Manage project closeout tasks, including preparing documentation, completion reports, and final payment collection for Waterworks projects.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly pay requests for owners and architects involved in Waterworks initiatives.
• Evaluate and price proposed scope changes, including self-performed work and subcontractor pricing, while assessing schedule impacts specific to Waterworks projects.
• Establish and maintain accurate job cost reporting in alignment with company policy for Waterworks projects.
• Contribute to the development of work plans and support the superintendent in their execution for Waterworks systems.
• Maintain thorough documentation of inspections, quality reviews, and follow-up actions for non-compliant work related to Waterworks infrastructure.
• Ensure a safe work environment through regular inspections and enforce compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and project-specific safety standards for projects.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred but may be substituted with equivalent experience specific to heavy civil projects.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience managing Heavy Civil or similar infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across all levels of management in Heavy Civil operations.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills to prioritize tasks and achieve desired outcomes in Heavy Civil project delivery.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while consistently meeting deadlines on Heavy Civil initiatives.

Requirements:

• Over 8-10 years of experience in the construction industry, with a focus on heavy civil and infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated project management expertise in the construction industry, specifically within heavy civil sectors.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States. Austin Bridge & Road is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, visit this link.

Austin Bridge & Road is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

With over 100 years of leadership in the heavy highway and transportation industry, Austin Bridge & Road delivers asphalt and concrete services and builds landmark projects such as complex highway interchanges, tollways, runways, bridges, rail projects, and water/wastewater facilities.

This company does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information from staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters without a written agreement. Resumes submitted unsolicited become the property of the company, and no placement fees will be paid without a formal agreement.

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