Resource Development Project Manager I

Granite Construction; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 82,539 - 123,809; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Job summary

Granite Construction seeks a skilled professional to lead land development and entitlement efforts for aggregate reserves. You will coordinate geologists, attorneys, real estate professionals and engineers to secure permits and land use rights for future projects and plant operations.

The role requires a degree in a related field, 0–4 years of experience, and strong analytical, financial, and communication skills. Proficiency with MS Office and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree required with related fields.
• 0–4 years of experience in land development, resource projects, or related fields.
• Strong analytical, financial and communication abilities.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate land/entitlement opportunities for development projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to secure permits and land use entitlements.
• Negotiate agreements with landowners and stakeholders.
• Support economic justification and data gathering for feasibility studies.
• Assist with market research and project analysis.
• Ensure compliance with safety and conduct policies.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Financial acumen

Confidentiality

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Resource & project prioritization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Geology, Engineering, Construction Management, Mining, Business, Marketing or equivalent

Job description

General Summary

This position is responsible for land identification, property investigation, project justification, contract negotiation, permitting, and entitlement for assigned resource development projects. Responsibilities also include facilitating multidisciplinary teams such as geologists, attorneys, cultural resource professionals and various consultants while pursuing and securing aggregate reserves.

Responsibilities

• Work with local and corporate employees to prioritize development needs, development projects, and development efforts that meet company objectives.
• Gather and organize data for economic justification to support feasibility of prioritized/approved land/materials ventures.
• Facilitate multidisciplinary teams including geologists, attorneys, real estate professionals, engineers and various consultants to secure aggregate reserves and to obtain permits and land use entitlements for future projects and plant operations.
• Coordinate and negotiate legal and conditional agreements with land owners and corporate stakeholders to ensure viability of purchase.
• Develop and execute entitlement, public relations plan and environmental review processes to accelerate the approval process.
• Assist in market research and analysis efforts.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Resource Management, Geology, Engineering, Construction Management, Mining, Business, Marketing or equivalent experience.
• 0-4 years experience in related field.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proven strategic, analytical and financial skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with owners and consultants.
• Ability to work in high production environment and respond quickly and effectively under pressure and deadlines.
• Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong written and oral communication skills to effectively disseminate information.
• Ability to properly manage and prioritize resources and projects.
• Excellent consultative and interpersonal skills and ability to interface effectively with all levels of management, owners and consultants.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Requirements & Skills

• Comply, understand, and support corporate safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment.
• Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Benefits

We offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more. Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately. Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Salary

Base Salary Range: $82,539.00 - $123,809.00. Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Granite Construction is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and a drug-free workplace. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please see the relevant state agencies.