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Heavy Civil Project Manager

The Caton Companies

Charlottesville, VAJob$130–150K/yrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$130–150K/yr
Location
Charlottesville, VA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degreeValid Driver’s License

Job overview

The Caton Companies is hiring a Heavy Civil Project Manager. The Caton Companies is seeking a seasoned Heavy Civil Project Manager to join its dynamic management team. This role involves managing multiple heavy highway construction projects in Virginia and North Carolina, ensuring project profitability, quality control, and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, dependable, and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Key focus areas include Plan and formulate civil construction projects according to project requirements and engineering standards, Effectively manage project budget and ensure project meets projected/required margins, and Submit accurate and timely cost and income projections for project.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor of Science Civil Engineering, 5+ Years Heavy Highway Experience, and Valid Driver’s License. Important skills include Plan Civil Construction Projects, Formulate Civil Construction Projects, Manage Project Budget, Submit Accurate Cost Projections, Submit Timely Cost Projections, and Submit Accurate Income Projections. Preferred (not required): Team Player, Highly Motivated, Strong Work Ethic, and Dependable.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Plan Civil Construction ProjectsFormulate Civil Construction ProjectsManage Project BudgetSubmit Accurate Cost ProjectionsSubmit Timely Cost ProjectionsSubmit Accurate Income ProjectionsSubmit Timely Income ProjectionsAct on Changes in Project MarginsAct on Budget VariancesDevelop Project ScheduleUpdate Project ScheduleProject Quality ControlReview Project DesignsEnsure Site Operations Adhere to Company Safety PoliciesFollow Incident and Injury Free ProtocolsCreate Project-Related DocumentationMaintain Project-Related DocumentationPrepare Analytical ReportsCollaborate With Field ManagementApprove Equipment ChangesApprove Personnel ChangesApprove RequisitionsElevate IssuesCommunicate to Upper ManagementOrganize Project StaffAssign Personnel to ProjectsCommunicate Clear Roles and ResponsibilitiesConduct Weekly Project Team MeetingsConduct Ongoing Financial ProjectionsDocument Ongoing Financial ProjectionsSubmit Accurate Payment RequisitionsSubmit Timely Payment RequisitionsUnderstand Contract TermsUnderstand Contract SpecificationsUnderstand Project ScheduleUnderstand Key Project MilestonesUnderstand Reasons for DelaysOversee Issuance of SubcontractsOversee Issuance of Supplier Purchase OrdersPerformance Management of SubcontractorsTeam PlayerHighly MotivatedStrong Work EthicDependableSelf-MotivatedManage Multiple TasksInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsArticulateHeavyJob

Qualifications

Experience Managing Heavy Highway Construction ProjectsBachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and/or Equivalent Work Experience5+ Years on Civil Heavy/Highway ProjectsValid Driver’s LicenseGood Driving Record

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

First Midlevel Mgr

Charlottesville, VA, US

Salary Range: $130,000.00 To $150,000.00 Annually

Caton Construction Group, one of The Caton Companies, is seeking Project Manager for multiple projects in Virginia and North Carolina.

We are searching for a seasoned, career minded Heavy Civil Project Manager to be part of our dynamic management team. The ideal candidate will be a team player who is highly motivated with a strong work ethic. This position requires someone who is dependable, self-motivated, enjoys challenging projects, and possesses a desire to be a part of a successful construction team. Experience managing heavy highway construction projects is a must. A successful candidate will show an ability to manage multiple tasks and possesses strong interpersonal/communication skills. We are looking for a talented candidate who is excited about this industry, confident and articulate, and has a passion for delivering excellence.

Project Management

  • Plan and formulate civil construction projects according to project requirements and engineering standards

  • Effectively manage project budget and ensure project meets projected/required margins, submit accurate and timely cost and income projections for project, and appropriately act on changes in project margins and budget variances to ensure project profitability

  • Develop project schedule and update on a regular basis with realistic timetable for future work items

  • Ensure overall project quality control, including review of project designs for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, customer contract requirements and related specifications

  • Ensure all site operations adhere to Company and site safety policies and protocols, Incident and Injury Free protocols are followed, and behaviors and culture are instilled at all levels on the project

  • Create and maintain all project-related documentation and correspondence. Prepare analytical reports for presentation to upper management

  • Collaborate with field management to ensure successful resolution of issues between the project plan and site execution on an ongoing basis

  • Approve all equipment or personnel changes and requisitions prepared and submitted by superintendents

  • Demonstrate understanding of when to elevate issues and/or communicate to upper management

  • Plan for and organize project staff according to project requirements, including assigning proper personnel to specific projects or components of projects

  • Ensure and communicate clear roles and responsibilities to entire project team

  • Conduct weekly meetings with project team (to include scheduling and costing review)

  • Conduct and document ongoing financial projections of project performance throughout project life

  • Submit accurate and timely payment requisitions

  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of contract terms and specifications

  • Demonstrate thorough understanding of project schedule, key project milestones, and reasons for delays.

  • Oversee the issuance of subcontracts and supplier purchase orders and ensure the appropriate performance management of subcontractors

  • Other Duties as Assigned

Education and Experience

This position is not an entry-level job, as it requires demonstrable previous experience as a Project Manager.

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and/or equivalent work experience

  • 5+ years on civil heavy/highway projects is required.

  • Knowledge of computer software including HeavyJob, BlueBeam, and P6 is a plus

Travel/ Driving

Travel is primarily local during normal business hours, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Must possess a valid Driver’s License and maintain a good driving record.

Company Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation Package

  • Comprehensive Health, Vision and Dental Insurance

  • FSA Program

  • 401K Program with 4% company match

  • 8 Paid Holidays plus personal floating holiday

  • 120 hours of accrued Paid time Off (PTO) the first year

And more…

Employment is conditional on satisfactorily completing all pre-employment requirements. Starting wages depend skills and experience. Caton Civil offers vacation, 401(k) retirement plan, excellent medical/dental coverage, as well as other benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities and females are encouraged to apply.

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