Senior Project Manager (Salem, VA)

Faulconer Construction Co; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Faulconer Construction Company in the United States seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple heavy civil construction projects and maximize profitability for their area. You will mentor Operations and Field staff and partner with corporate teams to support company processes.

Strong commitment to Faulconer Core Values is expected. You will oversee safety, schedule, cost tracking, and resource planning while maintaining high standards across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years as a Project Manager in construction.
• Ability to coordinate with upper management, other departments and vendors.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Lead area safety management and track trends.
• Support Area Manager with workforce planning and performance reviews.
• Remain primary Project Manager on key projects.
• Gather operations data to maximize equipment utilization and labor efficiency.
• Ensure Faulconer processes are followed.
• Visit jobsites weekly and lead safety audits and progress meetings.
• Hire, promote and evaluate office staff; support field staff duties.
• Provide accurate job cost tracking and Cost-to-Completes.
• Update upper management on significant project issues.
• Mentor PMs, APMs, and Engineers.
• Assist in assigning projects to personnel based on needs.
• Review lookaheads, schedules, contracts, and scopes.
• Contribute to pursuit efforts and bid reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Safety management

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Heavy Job

HCSS Heavy Bid

P6

Viewpoint

Job description

Faulconer Construction Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, offering our employees engaging and rewarding careers in the heavy civil construction industry. We believe that our company's success and reputation are dependent on the commitment and dedication of our employees.

We improve communities by inspiring people to achieve their maximum potential.

Position Description

Reports To: Area Manager

Position Summary

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for supporting all projects under contract and seeking maximum profitability for their area. The Senior Project Manager will provide leadership and mentorship to Operations and Field staff. Works closely with corporate departments to support company processes. Emphasizes Faulconer Core Values at all times.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Takes a lead role in area safety management by identifying trends and supporting safety discussions
• Supports Area Manager in strategic outlook of the Area by identifying gaps in the workforce and evaluating job performance and maintains crew tracking list
• Remains a primary Project Manager on key projects
• Gathers information from the Operations team to examine overall equipment performance to maximize equipment utilization and efficiency of labor resources
• Ensure all Faulconer processes are followed
• Visit Jobsites Weekly; attend Daily Huddles, Safety Audits, and Project Progress Meetings
• Responsible for the hiring, promotion, discipline, and evaluation of office staff and supports the Construction Manager in the same duties for field staff
• Provide accurate job cost tracking and associated Cost-to-Completes
• Provide upper management updates and notice on significant project issues or concerns
• Provide mentorship for PMs, APMs, and Engineers
• Participate in the assignment of projects to appropriate personnel
• Review two-week lookaheads, project schedules, contracts, subcontract, and scope developments
• Participate in key project pursuits and provide project-specific insight based on past performance and bid review experience
• Provide Project teams with guidance and assistance as necessary with Customer Relations Triage/Project Problem Solving, Delay Notification, Claim Submission, and Large Change Order Negotiation

Position Expectations

• This position operates in both an office and on construction sites
• Will be exposed to various weather conditions, working around moving machinery/equipment, excessive noise, and dust/dirt on job sites
• Will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment such as protective eyewear, safety vests, hard hats, and appropriate footwear

Position Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 5+ years working as a Project Manager in a construction environment
• Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, other departments, and vendors
• Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
• Strong familiarity with project management software, such as Microsoft, Heavy Job, HCSS Heavy Bid, P6, and Viewpoint

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

• Employee must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Drug screens are required after an offer is accepted, and continued employment is based on the initial drug screen and any future/random drug screens administered.
• A background check will be required.
• A confidentiality agreement may be required.
• Driving records may be required.
• Further clearance may be required by clients (i.e. government or military site access).
• Positive, team oriented attitude
• Open to personal and professional training and development

Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Faulconer Construction Company, Inc. to assure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, religion, sex, color, national origin, age, or disability. Such actions shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship and on-the-job training. Comments or complaints regarding matters described in the preceding paragraph should be directed to Human Resources. Correspondence directed to HR should be sent to 2496 Old Ivy Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Faulconer Construction. In addition to a competitive wage and benefit package, we also offer professional development through our Faulconer Academy.