SIMON | Sr. Project Manager

Simon; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Prescription drug coverage

Dental and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Simon is a leading construction and materials company engaged in heavy highway, municipal, and commercial projects across the western United States. The role is based in Gillette, WY, overseeing estimating and project management for multiple projects from bidding through execution.

The incumbent will collaborate with operations, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure on-time delivery and strong financial performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Willingness to travel to field locations and/or operate a company vehicle as needed
• 5+ years of experience running heavy highway, municipal, and/or commercial construction projects

Responsibilities

• Lead estimating and project management for multiple construction projects.
• Coordinate with operations, field leadership, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Oversee bid responses and approve estimating performed by the team.
• Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR safety and reporting compliance.
• Prepare time-phase charts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and schedules.
• Lead pre-construction and progress meetings.
• Mentor and develop staff in estimating and project management.

Skills

Heavy highway construction

Supervisory experience

HCSS

Bluebeam

MS Office

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

HCSS

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam

Job description

Simon is a subsidiary of Colas USA with operations throughout Colorado, Nebraska, South Dakota, and Wyoming. We specialize in aggregate, asphalt, and ready-mix concrete materials production, with expert teams providing high-quality asphalt paving, concrete, bridge, and utility construction services. Through strong local ties backed by global resources, we focus on quality and value to deliver the best products and services for our clients. What we do is bigger than construction - it is about connecting communities, building new roads to the future, and keeping the spirit of the pioneers alive and well. To learn more about Simon visitwww.simonteam.com/.

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visitwww.colasusa.com.

Job Summary

Leads the estimating and project management functions for multiple construction projects, overseeing project planning, bidding, execution, staffing, and financial performance. Works closely with operations, field leadership, clients, subcontractors, and vendors to deliver safe, high-quality projects on time and within budget while driving continuous improvement and team development.

Main Responsibilities

• Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities implemented by the Simon Steering and Continuous Improvement teams
• Support, promote, and practice the Company's core values, vision, and mission; follow code of ethics, workplace conduct, safety, and other established policies
• Hire, direct and coordinate activities of staff on estimating and project management team; manage employee training, mentoring, and development
• Collaborate with management and provide relevant feedback regarding the performance of employees and the department
• Perform estimating work and respond to bid requests in order to secure future projects; oversee and approve estimating performed by team
• Coordinate with internal teams and subcontractors; communicate with engineers, inspectors, suppliers, etc. to ensure effective utilization of all resources in order to maximize profit/margin on construction projects
• Lead pre‑construction and project status/progress meetings
• Ensure the company complies OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulations and reporting requirements
• Coordinate with project managers and project engineers to ensure targets and deadlines are met
• Oversee preparation and maintenance of time‑phase charts, subcontracts, purchase orders, material orders, and schedules
• Review and approve decisions concerning equipment needs, sequence of operations, and required staffing
• Maintain effective working relationships and effectively communicate with subcontractors and company business departments
• Resolve client and vendor complaints in a timely and respectful fashion; ensure that the Company maintains a positive image and provides unrivaled services
• Identify cost trends and lead efforts in cost reduction and process improvement
• Meet with accounting and management team to review revenue goals and implement strategies on a regular basis
• Compile data and produce reports; regularly present information to management

Education

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Valid driver's license required to travel to field locations and/or operate a company vehicle. Must meet company motor vehicle eligibility requirements

Skills

• 5+ years of experience running heavy highway, municipal, and/or commercial construction projects
• 3+ years of experience working in a supervisory role preferred
• HCSS, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam and/or similar program experience
• Proficiency in use of computers and mobile devices (Android/iOS), including MS Office programs required
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop others, define goals and objectives, and hold others accountable
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and solve complex problems
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
• Ability to effectively present information to individuals at all levels of the organization
• Ability to respond to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community and resolve problems

Physical Requirements

• Wears and maintains required PPE (personal protective equipment) to ensure safe performance of job responsibilities as required
• Regularly lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds with or without assistance to handle documents, equipment, and materials needed to support office and field related operations
• Regularly uses hands to feel, handle, and manipulate objects, write, and operate a keyboard and/or mobile device to complete administrative tasks, documentation, and communication duties
• Regularly communicates (talks and hears) and uses visual acuity to exchange information, coordinate work, and review documents and plans necessary for project oversight
• Regularly operates a vehicle to travel to and from work sites to perform inspections, attend meetings, and support project activities
• Regularly sits for long periods at a desk using a computer to perform administrative, planning, and reporting responsibilities
• Frequently stands or works on feet for extended periods and walks across uneven terrain to navigate construction sites safely
• Frequently stands, walks, sits, reaches, and stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls to access work areas and complete required tasks
• Frequently works in environments that may include loud noise, moving equipment, dust, or varying indoor/outdoor conditions depending on operational needs
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and overtime; overnight travel may be required

Benefits & Perks

• Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options
• Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
• Product and Service Group Discount Programs

Application window anticipated to close on 09/20/2025; open until filled.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The essential functions of this role may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Simon is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

Simon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.

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