Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Jobot; Brooklawn (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top compensation

Generous PTO

Industry leading benefits

Company Vehicle

401(K)

Job summary

Jobot seeks an experienced Project Manager for civil construction in New Jersey. The role focuses on leading heavy highway projects, estimating costs, and steering projects from start to finish while safeguarding the bottom line.

The ideal candidate will have a background in heavy highway construction, a Civil Engineering or related degree, and strong leadership and communication skills essential for coordinating multiple managers and crews on complex infrastructures.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in project management and estimation in civil construction.
• Proven experience in heavy highway construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, processes and equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and construction documents.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient with project management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage the planning and execution of heavy highway construction projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Develop comprehensive project plans aligning customer requirements with company goals across all phases.
• Conduct detailed cost estimations and budgeting for labor, materials and expenses.
• Monitor progress and provide detailed reports on milestones and deliverables.
• Communicate proactively to identify problems and implement efficiency improvements.
• Review proposed changes to contracts with legal teams.
• Negotiate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors for favorable terms.

Skills

Project management

Heavy highway construction

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Drawings & docs

Problem solving

PM software

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Job details

Top Heavy Highway and Paving Contractor

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Logan Ridge

Salary: $120,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

My client is a Top Tier Heavy Highway contractor with an excellent track record of completing large scale structures, paving and utilities projects across the state of NJ. We are looking to add to our team.

Why join us

• Top compensation
• Generous PTO
• Industry leading benefits
• Company Vehicle
• 401(K)

Job Details

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in civil construction? Do you have a passion for leading complex projects, estimating costs, and ensuring that everything runs smoothly from start to finish? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you. We are seeking a seasoned Project Manager with expertise in Heavy Highway Construction for a permanent role in our organization. This position is pivotal to our company's success, and we are looking for someone who can drive our projects forward while keeping a keen eye on the bottom line.

Responsibilities

• 1. Managing the planning and execution of heavy highway construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• 2. Developing comprehensive project plans that merge customer requirements with company goals and coordinate various managers and technical personnel during all project phases.
• 3. Conducting detailed cost estimations and preparing budgets for projects, including labor, materials, and other expenses.
• 4. Monitoring project progress continuously and making detailed scheduled reports on measurable items, such as milestones and deliverables.
• 5. Communicating proactively with all involved personnel to provide encouragement, identify problems, create solutions, and implement efficiency improvements.
• 6. Reviewing proposed changes and updates to contractual agreements with the help of legal teams.
• 7. Negotiating with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors, ensuring the best possible terms for our company.

Qualifications

• 1. A minimum of 5 years of experience in project management and estimation, specifically in the field of civil construction.
• 2. Proven experience in heavy highway construction is a must.
• 3. Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 4. Strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, and equipment.
• 5. Excellent ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, and construction documents.
• 6. Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to manage and guide teams effectively.
• 7. Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with a knack for building strong relationships with clients, vendors, and team members.
• 8. Solid problem-solving abilities, with a strong focus on achieving results.
• 9. Proficiency in project management software tools.

This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a challenging and rewarding environment. If you are a dedicated, ambitious, and detail-oriented professional with a passion for civil construction, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity

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