Project Manager (Experienced)

Who We Are:

For over 116 years and across four generations of family ownership, Brooks Construction Company, Inc. has stood for Family, Integrity, Respect, Safety, Teamwork, and Quality in the civil construction industry. Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 270 employees, Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product.

Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all phases of heavy highway and civil construction projects, ensuring their successful completion on time, within budget, and according to specifications. This role involves leading project planning, coordination, scheduling, cost control, safety, quality assurance, and communication with internal teams and external stakeholders including INDOT, municipalities, clients, vendors, and subcontractors. The Project Manager serves as the key point of contact between the office and the field, ensuring operational efficiency and financial performance.

Essential Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and contract documents to develop scopes of work
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and resource plans from kickoff to closeout
• Helps coordinate project teams, including field superintendents, foremen, subcontractors, and vendors
• Manage contracts, permits, submittals, purchase orders, and change orders
• Schedules needed labor, equipment, and materials usage to maximize efficiency and profitability
• Prepare and maintain detailed construction records and documentation, including INDOT-required reports
• Lead project meetings and maintain regular communication with clients, inspectors, and engineers
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality assurance procedures
• Track job costs and oversee timely billing and cost reporting, including progress payments and retainage releases
• Troubleshoot and resolve project issues while managing risk and escalating concerns as needed
• Support pre-bid efforts including quantity takeoffs and gathering subcontractor and vendor quotes
• Promote company values, policies, and initiatives related to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Assist others in department as needed
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Deep understanding of heavy highway, road, and civil construction practices and INDOT specifications
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and construction documents
• Ability to analyze budgets, schedules, and project performance data
• Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and stakeholder relationship management
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to various job sites

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field preferred; or eight (8) years equivalent experience in heavy highway construction
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience managing INDOT heavy highway or civil infrastructure projects is required
• Equivalent combinations of education and work experience will be considered
• Experience with estimating, scheduling, and project financials is highly valued
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project), with familiarity in Bluebeam, OnStation, ITAP, or other project management software/applications preferred
• Hands-on field construction experience is a plus

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying: Up to 50 lbs frequently
• Pushing/Pulling: Up to 50 lbs frequently
• Driving: Regular driving of automatic and possibly standard transmission vehicles
• Movement Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, and keyboarding; occasional sitting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, climbing, crawling, and reaching above shoulder level
• Use of Hands: Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and handling materials
• Environmental Exposure: Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, dust, wet surfaces, uneven terrain, and standing on concrete; frequent travel; frequent work in both indoor and outdoor environments

Working Environment

• Time split between office and field environments (approximately 50/50)
• Work long hours and potentially 6 days a week, with the understanding nights could be needed
• Travels up to 125-mile radius from the main office
• Interaction with internal departments (e.g., Safety, Accounting, Field Operations) and external partners (e.g., clients, municipalities, subcontractors)
• Must be comfortable working in high-pressure, deadline-driven settings

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Monitors and coordinates multiple crews, subcontractors, and project team members
• Provides leadership, performance feedback, and direction to ensure successful project outcomes

• How to Apply:
• Online: Visit brooks1st.com/jobs to access our online Employment Application by clicking "View Open Positions and Apply Now!". Please include a resume if you have one.