Project Manager (East)

CRH; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Medical & dental benefits

Retirement savings plan

Wellness programs

Growth & internal promotion

Job summary

CRH APAC Mississippi, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee paving and road construction projects in the Tupelo, MS area.

The role requires leadership, strong math and drainage knowledge, and the ability to coordinate crews, subcontractors, and government officials to ensure on-time, safe project delivery. Ideal candidates have a college degree and 5+ years in road construction, with supervisory experience and willingness to travel.

Qualifications

• College degree is required with 5+ years of road construction experience.
• Prior supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of grades and drainage; solid math skills.
• Ability to multitask and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety standards and promote a safe work environment.
• Oversee, schedule, and direct paving/road construction projects.
• Manage profit and loss for assigned projects.
• Maintain communications with subcontractors, owners, and government officials.
• Know project status and costs; supervise paperwork flow (timesheets, reports, tickets).
• Assist in progressing work and coordinate equipment maintenance with the shop.
• Plan long-term project strategies to optimize equipment use and avoid downtime.
• Maintain balance on project quantities and handle administrative duties.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication

Education

College degree

Job description

Job ID: 527056

APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH company, is a great place to work! CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. We have great employees that have been with us many years – and hope that that track record of longevity shows the pride we take in being one of the best places to work in Mississippi! Come join our team – where you will receive vacation, retirement and many other great benefits!

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure Health & Safety standards are met by complying with legislation, company policies and promoting a safe work environment.
• Work with the crews while overseeing, scheduling, and directing all facets of a specific or multiple paving and road construction project(s).
• Responsible for profit and loss on all assigned projects.
• Must establish and maintain communications and a working relationship with subcontractors, owners and government officials.
• Know the status and cost of the various operations on your project(s).
• Supervise and approve the paperwork flow, such as timesheets, daily reports, and tickets.
• Assist in any way possible within your capacity to progress the work on the project(s).
• Maintain communication with the shop concerning equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Establish a long-term plan for each project to allow taking advantage of equipment availability and to coordinate with other ongoing projects company-wide.
• Maintain an up-to-date balance on all quantities for your projects.
• Manage administrative duties in a timely manner.

Education/Experience

• College degree is required, and 5+ years of experience in road construction.
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred, including the ability to motivate personnel to achieve results.
• Strong understanding of grades/drainage, mathematical skills and can work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to effectively multitask.
• Effective, courteous, and professional communication skills required with internal and external stakeholders.
• English/Spanish bilingualism preferred.
• Willingness to work long hours and travel to assigned projects as needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to oversee and be available as needed for projects that perform work outside of standard daytime working hours (i.e. night work).
• Valid Driver’s License.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Equal Opportunity Statement

APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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