Project Manager

Purpose

The Heavy Highway Project Manager manages heavy highway or civil construction projects from their inception to the completion of the life cycle.  The position is responsible for managing daily activities and issues related to completing a construction project, including overall project planning, scheduling, project cost accounting, quality control, contract administration, safety management, labor and equipment resources, and owner relationships.

Job Responsibilities 

• Oversees construction projects from start to finish by developing a master project schedule that is updated and communicated to all subcontractors, suppliers, owners, and field personnel to assure timely project(s) completion.
• Establishes project(s) subcontract requirements and reviews these requirements with divisional management.
• Responsible for controlling costs and maintaining profitability for the project(s), utilizing extensive heavy construction experience.
• Continually monitors project(s) to assure company and regulatory procedures are adhered to. Monitors project(s) purchasing activities to assure quality material and timely delivery at competitive costs.
• Oversee change order justifications and inspector performance.
• Coordinates with engineers, inspectors, and clients/owner representatives to isolate project issues and assists construction management in developing solutions.
• Reviews field construction activity, engineering, and other field project(s) support activities with construction management and provides support in ensuring projects remain on schedule.
• Conducts regular project(s) inspections and advises project(s) supervision of work progress and quality of work.
• Continuously supports safety and provides assistance to supervision in addressing areas and conditions requiring attention.
• Coordinates with Superintendents on work with subcontractors to ensure all subcontract work is within project(s) scope and specifications.
• Administers project(s) policies and procedures to subcontractors.

Education and Experience 

• S. Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.

• 3+ years of experience working for a Highway Contractor as a Project Manager on DOT or heavy highway projects required. Project size ranges from $400k to $50 million dollars.

• Previous experience working as a Foreman or Superintendent on heavy highway projects.

• Estimating experience, a strong plus.

• Proficient in using Primavera P6 is preferred.

• Proven ability to create and manage budget.

• Strong leadership, teamwork, problem solving, and analytical skills.

• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented.

• Proficient in technology (computer/specialized software/GPS equipment)

Benefits 

• Health Insurance (PPO and HSA Plans)

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Short and Long Term Disability

• Life Insurance, Supplemental and Dependent Plans

• 401k with Company Match

• Accrued Paid Time Off

• Direct Deposit Paychecks

• Safety Training

• Employee Referral Program

An Equal Opportunity Employer

At LPX Group and our subsidiary companies (Bluegrass Testing, Louisville Paving and Construction, Material Transfer and Pace Contracting), we promote diversity, equity and inclusion in all aspects of our behaviors and work for the benefit of our Team Members, applicants, community and customers.  We take pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer and, as such, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment, development and promotion opportunities are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.