Transportation Construction Project Lead

State of Indiana; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

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Job summary

Indiana Department of Transportation in Vincennes is seeking an experienced construction project manager to plan, lead, and oversee a range of highway construction initiatives. You will coordinate inspectors, manage budgets up to $5 million, and ensure compliance with contracts, schedules, and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes cost control, scheduling, and effective communication with contractors, agencies, and local stakeholders, with an exempt status and potential for leadership of

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of construction management methods, materials, safety, scheduling, specifications, contract documents, estimating, and cost analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive small to medium-sized construction project plans, ensuring adherence to scope, timelines, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Oversee day-to-day construction issues and direct the activities of inspectors.
• Make task and overtime assignments for highway technicians and project supervisors.
• Create and maintain detailed construction project documentation including contracts, permits, progress reports, and pay estimates.
• Attend meetings, workshops, and conferences related to construction.
• Resolve field issues and coordinate activities between the contractor, agency, and stakeholders.
• Communicate with project stakeholders including local property owners and government officials.
• Provide guidance to ensure projects are constructed per plans, within budget, and compliant with policies.
• Develop and manage project budgets up to $5 million.

Skills

Construction management

Cost analysis

Scheduling

Communication

Team leadership

Budget management

Tools

Site Manager

CAD (CADD)

Job description

Indiana Department of Transportation in Vincennes is seeking an experienced construction project manager to plan, lead, and oversee a range of highway construction initiatives. You will coordinate inspectors, manage budgets up to $5 million, and ensure compliance with contracts, schedules, and regulatory requirements.

The role emphasizes cost control, scheduling, and effective communication with contractors, agencies, and local stakeholders, with an exempt status and potential for leadership of