Project Manager - Heavy Civil

DCS Contracting, INC.; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) plan with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Company paid life insurance

Job summary

A leading heavy civil contractor is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to join their team in Chandler, Arizona. This role involves managing multiple projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and developing client relationships. Candidates should have at least 6 years of project management experience in construction and a relevant bachelor’s degree. The company offers competitive benefits, including health plans and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of construction related project management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel.
• Previous experience with estimating software preferred.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs; Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Serve as the primary contact for clients and field employees.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the provisions and requirements of all contract and other project documents.
• Create and manage project schedule and coordinate with internal team, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and OSHA standards.
• Ensure project conformity of plans, specifications, details and supplements; monitor quality and efficiency.
• Supervise on-site project engineer, field superintendent, and other field resources.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Project delivery methods

CPM Project Scheduling

MS Office Suite

Blueprint reading

Construction software

Communication skills

On-Screen Take Off

Agtek

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Sage CRE 300

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Projects

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Founded in 1994, DCS Contracting, Inc. is a leading heavy civil general contractor specializing in highway, roadway, and underground utility construction in both the public and private sectors throughout the Greater Phoenix Valley. As a locally-owned general contractor who self-performs 75% of our revenue, our skilled workforce provides exceptional craftsmanship that sustains our communities for decades to come. DCS employs 200+ full-time employees and we are proud of the family work culture and industry relationships we've developed. Many of our employees have joined us from larger organizations and have found their home at DCS.

We are seeking a highly motivated Project Manager with a background in heavy civil construction to join our team! This is an awesome opportunity to be an integral member of a high functioning Project Management team. Our job sites are located throughout the Greater Phoenix Valley so no out of town travel is expected.

Position Summary

The Project Manager provides management direction to multiple projects, establishes project objectives and policies, maintains liaison with client contracts, and monitors construction and financial activities. The Project Manager is responsible for directing and mentoring on-site staff. This position requires business management acumen and must demonstrate strong leadership, organizational and time management skills, as well as have strong communication and client service skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage projects from preconstruction through project closeout
• Develop new and maintain current client relationships for long term success
• Serve as the primary contact for clients, as well as the liaison between client representatives and field employees regarding project updates
• Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of the provisions and requirements of all contract and other project documents
• Create and manage project schedule and coordinate with internal team, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with company safety policies and OSHA safety standards
• Responsible for project conformity of project plans, specifications, details and supplemental specifications as well as quality of workmanship and efficiencies
• Supervises the project activities of the on-site project engineer, field superintendent, and other field resources
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to execute project delivery methods such as Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) or Job Order Contracts (JOC)
• Knowledge of CPM Project Scheduling, MS Office Suite, including MS Project
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Understanding of Bluestake
• Knowledge of crew configurations and labor productions
• Understanding of MAG, MCDOT, ADOT, MCAQD, ADEQ and Greater Phoenix Municipal Standards
• Understanding of, and ability to use, construction software such as Hard Dollar, On-Screen Take Off, and Agtek, or similar estimating software
• Knowledge of Arizona Heavy Civil market a plus
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively through all mediums to staff, management, peers, clients, business partners

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college, technical school, or university in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or equivalent experience in a similar estimating or engineering position
• A minimum of 6 years of construction related project management experience with a general contractor
• Previous experience with Sage CRE 300, TimberScan, Microsoft Projects or similar software preferred
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs; Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

We do E-Verify, Background Checks, and Drug Screenings.

DCS Contracting, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) plan with company match, PTO, paid holidays, and company paid life insurance.

DCS Contracting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.