Summary:

The Jr. Project Manager supervises construction projects from beginning to end, ensuring that projects are completed within time and budgetary constraints. S/he will participate in the conceptual development of a project and oversee its organization, scheduling, and implementation. S/he will plan, direct, coordinate and budget activities concerned with the construction and maintenance of structures, facilities, and systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage the scheduling of the project; schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines; study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods; evaluate construction methods and determine cost-effectiveness of plans.
• Help determine labor requirements and assist with dispatching workers to construction site; hold contractors and suppliers accountable for their work.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements; obtain executive approval for all expenditures and budgets.
• Develop and review shop drawings.
• Obtain necessary permits and licenses.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients.
• Inspect and review project to monitor compliance with building and safety codes and other regulations.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress, and cost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Take action to handle the results of delays, bad weather or emergencies at the construction site.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction site to ensure that proper procedures are being followed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; degree in Mathematics, Architecture or Engineering preferred.
• 3 years of related experience; Primavera or other scheduling software experience required.
• An understanding of the road construction industry and the ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Estimating and Buying experience.
• Excellent scheduling, problem resolution and communication skills.
• Demonstrated good judgment in recommendations and decisions in formulating and executing project strategy.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in the civil construction field, equipment, and job management.
• Understanding of OSHA regulations pertaining to road construction and asphalt operations.
• Understanding of DOT specifications and standards.
• Excellent scheduling, problem resolution, communication, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical skills: very detail oriented, organized, and able to supervise the work of others.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office. Familiarity with Oracle Enterprise One is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record that meets Company standards.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, kneel, walk, talk, see, hear, push, pull, climb, bend, and stoop. The employee frequently is required to stand, (for up to 8 eight hours), walk (occasionally on rough terrain/in varying weather conditions), climb, use manual dexterity to operate tools used in the course of work, hear sufficient to hear conversations in person and via telephone and radio, and vision sufficient for distance sight and to read diagrams, computer screens, manual reports, rules, regulations, laws, and plans. The employee is occasionally required to reach, push, and pull with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity may involve stretching, proper placement of legs, and use of arms and hands in repetitive motions. The employee must be able to maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities occurring at the site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE M/F/V/D

DFWP

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Pierce, FL 34981: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person