Project Manager I - Heavy Civil Construction

Granite Construction • Coeur D'Alene, ID

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager I is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of heavy civil construction projects up to $15 million. The role requires 100% onsite presence in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. The project manager works with estimating, project controls, construction leadership, and project teams to establish budgets, plan and launch projects, manage resources and schedules, maintain job controls, and achieve profitability goals. The role also promotes clear project communication, safe and efficient work, accurate reporting, and strong working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, and corporate management.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent heavy civil construction experience. The posting specifies three to five years of progressive project experience in heavy civil environments and at least five years of experience in paving, dirt, and grading. Work may be outdoors and around large construction equipment, and alternative shifts—including nights, weekends, and other non-standard schedules—may be required based on project and client needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in heavy civil construction.
• Three to five years of progressive project experience in heavy civil environments.
• At least five years of experience in paving, dirt, and grading in private or public environments.
• Knowledge of construction paving, underground, concrete, and grading practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of union agreements and prevailing wage issues.
• Ability to work in a high-production environment.
• Demonstrated decision-making skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Excellent supervisory communication and organizational skills.
• Accuracy at all times.
• Ability to work alternative shifts, including nights, weekends, and other non-standard schedules, when project and client needs require.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work subject to outside conditions and around large construction equipment while maintaining safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Forecast project revenue and costs accurately to meet corporate profitability goals.
• Coordinate with estimators and the project controls group to establish the project budget.
• Lead estimating efforts on vertically integrated projects to support an accurate, consistent bid-to-build process.
• Coordinate with estimators, the large project sponsor, and the manager of construction to manage resources and meet the project schedule.
• Participate in bid reviews and bid closings, evaluate bid accuracy and project feasibility, and work with the estimating team to develop the bid schedule.
• Work with the large project sponsor, manager of construction, and project team to plan project startup and a successful kickoff.
• Promote communication among Project Engineers, Foremen, Superintendents, and the Construction Manager so work is completed efficiently, profitably, and safely.
• Ensure proper job controls, including quantities, costs, revenue, and schedule.
• Build and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, corporate management, and inspectors to provide customer service and develop long-term client partnerships.
• Ensure accurate construction reports and use them to support continuous improvement in performance.
• Manage projects to meet or exceed expected profit margins.
• Comply with and support corporate safety initiatives to maintain a safe work environment.
• Abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct and contribute as a team player.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical insurance, including two PPO plans through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible employees and dependents
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans, including access to a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; matching contributions vest immediately

What This Job Offers

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