Project Manager - Roadway Construction

MSA Professional Services, Inc; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Manager for Roadway Construction, where you'll lead diverse infrastructure projects that positively impact communities. This dynamic role involves supporting project teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring successful project execution. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, you'll work with cutting-edge technology while enjoying a supportive team culture. Benefit from a 100% employee-owned environment, competitive insurance options, and generous paid time off. If you're passionate about making a difference and excel in project management, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Life and Disability Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Short Term Incentive (STIP) Bonus

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in construction-related services and survey equipment.
• Professional licensure in project management or construction management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project teams and ensure timely project completion.
• Communicate with clients and manage project-related issues.

Skills

Empathetic Communication

Negotiating Skills

Project Management

Mentoring

Construction Services

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

GIS Software

CADD Software

Survey Equipment

Field-Testing Equipment

Job description

Overview

MSA has a new opportunity for a Project Manager - Roadway Construction in our Dubuque, IA office.

This dynamic role involves supporting project teams in various construction services, managing a wide range of complex infrastructure projects, and mentoring field staff to ensure timely project completion.

We seek a candidate with a proven track record of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and contractors. The projects you'll be involved in will make a significant and positive impact on the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

Your Mission:

• Communicate with internal and external clients in support of existing projects and the development of new projects.
• Provide oversight and guidance to less experienced colleagues in the field and provide constructability feedback and guidance to the project design team.
• Regularly interact in a professional manner with the public on project-related issues.
• Perform marketing and business development in partnership with Team Leader, Client Liaisons, and Client Service Managers.
• Assess the scope and capabilities of the project, prepare Project Management Plan, QA/QC Plan, and other plans necessary for successful project completion.
• Communicate via meetings, emails, and other documentation to all stakeholders.
• Lead, oversee, and/or perform construction layout staking services and/or survey layout services.
• Ensure delivery on all commitments, conduct quality reviews, and utilize a process/checklist for closeout.
• Track budget and review invoices.

Qualifications

WHAT YOU BRING

• High School diploma required.
• Associates in Civil, Environmental, or Architectural Engineering Technology or related degree preferred.
• 6+ years of relevant work experience with survey equipment for data collection, layout, and with construction-related services.
• Professional licensure or project management/business/construction management preferred.
• Strong initiative to complete projects on time.
• Proven skills in empathetic communication, crucial conversations, and effective mentoring of the team.
• Top-notch negotiating skills.
• Ability to excel independently and within a team-based environment.
• GIS, CADD, and various proprietary and commercially available software experience required.
• Survey equipment and various field-testing equipment experience required.
• The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. We are unable to provide or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Why MSA?

• Innovation and Impact: Work with cutting-edge technology and make a real impact on the built environment.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team where your contributions are valued and your growth is nurtured.
• Employee-Owned: Benefit from our 100% employee-owned ESOP program and share in the success you help create.
• Diverse Projects: Every day is different with a wide range of projects that challenge and inspire.

Best-in-Industry Benefits

Eligible employees enjoy:

• Quality Insurance Options: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Paid Time Off: Minimum of 17 days in the first year for full-time employees.
• Paid Holidays: 8 holidays per year.
• Paid Parental Leave: 2 weeks for both parents, with additional time for birth parents under MSA’s Short Term Paid Leave.
• Supplemental Insurance: 100% paid life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% employee-owned, with stock provided at no cost.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan: Generous employer match, immediately 100% vested.
• Short Term Incentive (STIP) bonus.

MSA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.