Senior Project Manager (Civil)

Clark Construction Group; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in heavy civil construction is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee complex projects. This role involves contract administration, team leadership, and project management across a range of civil projects. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in heavy construction, especially with large-scale projects, and demonstrate a passion for effective project delivery.

Benefits

Health/dental/vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement/401k

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction experience, preferably with large-scale projects.
• Heavy civil construction experience, especially in self-perform work.
• 4+ years in leading and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities related to contract administration and financial reporting.
• Facilitate project meetings and manage project progress.
• Develop positive relationships with project stakeholders.

Skills

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Communication

Decision Making

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management

Job description

As Senior Project Manager, you will be a part of a leadership team dedicated to directing the day-to-day management of a heavy civil project. Y ou will create a project plan that outlines the tasks, timelines, and resources required to achieve the project’s goals. The Project Manager will support the Senior Project Manager with communication among project stakeholders, manage risk, and monitor progress against the schedule. Successful candidates will demonstrate a passion for and dedication to getting the job done.

Responsibilities

• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting

• Have thorough knowledge of the company's contracts and understanding of all parties involved

• Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors

• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activity

• Lead, train, and develop project team members

• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues

• Lead project close-out of project, including turnover of manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering and design firms

• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project

• Drive a culture of safety on the project site

• Support the company’s acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations

• Provide leadership to foster an environment of inclusion and diversity

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline, or relevant work experience

• 7+ years of construction experience required; working for a general contractor on large-scale construction projects is highly preferred.

• Heavy civil construction experience required with an emphasis on self-perform work and concrete construction highly preferred as well as electrical substations and transmission & distribution work

• 4+ years leading, developing, and motivating teams

• Understanding of the strategic, operational, and financial components of a construction project

• Ability to make timely and effective decisions

• Experience managing projects successfully from start to finish

• Skilled at developing and negotiating relationships with owners and trade contractors

• Strong work ethic, leadership, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes

Preferred Qualifications

• DBIA and/or LEED Accreditation

Clark Civil

Clark Civil performs heavy/civil work including airport, heavy rail, light rail, bridges, interstate road work, electrical substations and transmission & distribution, interstate road work, water and wastewater treatment, and facilities projects ranging from $10 million to $500 million. Clark Civil delivers projects through a variety of contracting methods, including design/build, construction manager at-risk, and general contracting. With a staff of over 20 percent professional engineers, Clark Civil's projects are led by an experienced heavy/civil technical staff and supported by a multidisciplinary, in-house team. Clark Civil is a division of Clark Construction Group, LLC.

Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range i s $83,200-180,400. Compensation may varyoutside of this rangedepending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers/clark-experience

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