Construction Project Manager (Heavy Civil Highway/Bridge)

The MasTec Companies • Lakeland, FL

22h • Onsite

About The Position

MasTec Civil is hiring an experienced Construction Project Manager for heavy civil highway/bridge projects in the Central FL area. The Construction 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. MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. We build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. Client satisfaction is of primary importance, and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations. MasTec Civil is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment, which generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture. MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country.

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.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• PMP Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Assess 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.
• Field Office Site Plan, Trailers, Permits and Fees, Establishing Utilities, Employee Parking, Temp. Roads, Lay Down Areas, Tool Cribs, Insurance & Bonds, Safety & First Aid.
• Attend all progress meetings with the Owner/Engineer and ensure that all required documents are submitted to the Owner in a timely manner.
• 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.
• Conduct Pre-Activity Meetings 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 for all project level employees will be your responsibility.
• Coordinate the projects staffing needs with the Human Resources Department.
• Ensure that the company policies are enforced.
• Supervise the Project Engineer and other engineer staff.
• Coordinate with the Project Engineer the hiring of outside Specialty Engineers for items of work that require highly technical analysis.
• Serve as a mentor to young engineers assigned to the project.
• 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.
• 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.
• Discuss with the Estimator all variances noted.
• 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.
• Provide a monthly Project Status Report to accompany the monthly cost report.
• Ensure that the monthly cost reports are reflective of the actual field performance.
• Negotiate 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.
• Ensure that all project team members (Superintendents, Engineers, Subcontractors) are submitting their required documentations (ie. Daily reports, accident reports, T&M Sheets, etc.).
• Keep a detailed daily Diary of the project.
• Ensure that project photos and meeting minutes are being taken and filed accordingly.
• Notify the client should a project record (ie meeting minutes) are inaccurate and/or incomplete.
• Handle most negotiations, at least in the preliminary stages.
• Ensure that the project is in compliance with the company and OSHA safety regulations.
• Be knowledgeable of O.S.H.A. regulations and company safety policies and monitor and enforce the same.
• Communicate and interface with the Company’s Safety Manager as required to ensure that the project is in compliance with the safety policies.

Benefits

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Accidental death & dismemberment
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
• Emergency Travel Assistance Program
• Group legal plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior