Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Project Manager bears the full responsibility to oversee that the construction is performed according to specification, in the most efficient manner according to schedule and under budget. For this to happen the Project Manager is expected, among other things, to follow all project related procedures and of most importance, company policy. To accomplish these expectations the following procedures and guidelines have been established to facilitate the process. 

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

Planning and Scheduling: Make a thorough study of the project to be performed. Discuss your plans, schedules, and details. Problems etc. with your Division Personnel and your Management team. Asses your needs fully including personnel, equipment, materials, etc. and the time frame feasible for performance. Determine your best course of action and continue planning throughout the project for possible improvements. As part of the planning phase the following items are the responsibility of the Project Manager: Field Office Site Plan, Trailers, Permits and Fees, Establishing Utilities, Employee Parking, Temp. Roads, Lay Down Areas, Tool Cribs, Insurance & Bonds, Safety & First Aid. 

Project Coordination: The Project Manager is the Company’s top representative at the project. Thus, the Project Manager shall attend all progress meetings with the Owner/Engineer and ensure that all required documents are submitted to the Owner in a timely manner. The Project Manager should conduct internal scheduling meetings with the Superintendents, Foremen and Subcontractors on a regular basis in order to properly coordinate work areas, labor, equipment, material and survey needs. In addition, it is expected that Pre-Activity Meetings be conducted prior to significant items of work (ie. Asphalt, concrete deck placements, girder/beam erection, traffic shifts, etc.) to discuss the responsibilities, means & methods (equipment, labor, etc.), MOT requirements, safety aspect, quality control requirements, etc. 

Personnel Selection: The Main Office and HR Department will assist you in selecting key members of your management team. Personnel selection for all other project level employees will be your responsibility. The Project Manager should coordinate the projects staffing needs with the Human Resources Department. As the head of the field office, the Project Manager is responsible to ensure that that the company policies are enforced.

The Project Manager is responsible for the supervision of the Project Engineer and other engineer staff. The Project Manager should coordinate with the Project Engineer the hiring of outside Specialty Engineers for items of work that require highly technical analysis. As part of the management of the engineering staff, the Project Manager should serve as a mentor to young engineers assigned to the project. 

Contract Documents: Familiarize yourself with your contract, specifications, plans, addendums, revisions, special provisions, permits, utility relocation schedules, etc. Know what is required for each item of work and how you get paid for the same. Be aware of any situation that entitles you to extra pay or warrants documentation for the initiation of a possible claim. 

Project Manager must review and approve all invoices, subcontractor payments and timesheets prior to processing at the Main Office. Study each cost report in detail and note all variances in costs from estimates. 

Cost Control: The Project Manager is responsible for the project’s budget and discuss with the Estimator all variances noted. The Project Manager shall understand the pay item estimate work sheets and communicate the information to the supervisors. Evaluate the cost effectiveness of the procedures in place and replace all those that are deemed ineffective. Take all necessary measures to avoid unplanned occurrences that mighty increase cost, such as accidents and injuries, equipment abuse, etc. Ensure that change orders and/or claims are properly documented, prepared and submitted to the Owner in a timely manner. Review and approve all budget changes and cost transfers. The Project Manager shall provide a monthly Project Status Report to accompany the monthly cost report. The Project Manager shall ensure that the monthly cost reports are reflective of the actual field performance. Cost reports shall have accurate quantities and projections. 

Subcontractor/ Vendor Management: The Project Manager is responsible for the negotiations of subcontractors and vendors. Ensure that all subcontractors and vendors are paid in a timely manner in accordance with subcontract requirements and internal company procedures. Manage the subcontractor and vendor claims, change orders and disputes.

Documentation: Proper documentation is essential for the benefit of the Project and the Company. Ensure that all project team members (Superintendents, Engineers, Subcontractors) are submitting their required documentations (ie. Daily reports, accident reports, T&M Sheets, etc.). The Project Manager shall keep a detailed daily Diary of the project. Ensure that project photos and meeting minutes are being taken and filed accordingly. The Project Manager shall notify the client should a project record (ie meeting minutes) are inaccurate and/or incomplete. 

Public Relations: The Project Manager is our top official on any project and therefore handles most negotiations, at least in the preliminary stages. Your integrity and performance of these duties reflect on our entire company, therefore, you are expected to conduct yourself in an honest, congenial, businesslike manner whereby your actions would be respected by your peers and the general business community. 

Safety: The Project Manager shall ensure that the project is in compliance with the company and OSHA safety regulations. He/she should be knowledgeable of O.S.H.A. regulations and company safety policies and monitor and enforce the same. The Project Manager shall communicate and interface with the Company’s Safety Manager as required to ensure that the project is in compliance with the safety policies. 

This position is the top project level management position withMastec Civil and demands a broad spectrum of capabilities, especially leadership, common sense, training, loyalty, patience, and ability to work with others. A good Project Manager should fit the image described above and follow all procedures and policies required by Mastec Civil. 

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum five years’ experience in the heavy construction industry. Must have bridge, roadwork, and DOT experience. 
• PMP Certification preferred 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 

• A demonstrated understanding of construction means, and methods associated with the heavy construction industry 
• Strong team leadership project management skills. 
• Experience in leading multi-disciplined teams. 
• Ability to direct the work of subcontractors in order to achieve project goals. 
• Computer knowledge musts: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Outlook, Project scheduling - P-3 at minimum. 

• Ability to maintain onsite project documentation. 
• Ability to schedule and coordinate all site work. 
• Must be well organized and detail oriented. 
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple sites. 
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to interact with people on all levels ensuring that all external and internal communication is carried out to a high standard. 
• Highly motivated, driven and results oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.