Project Manager I

Granite Construction • The Woodlands, TX

2d • $111,123 - $166,683

About The Position

Responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of heavy civil construction projects up to $15 million. The role manages forecasting, budgeting, estimating coordination, project start-up, resources, schedules, job controls, customer relationships, reporting, profitability, and safety. The position works closely with estimators, project controls, project sponsors, construction managers, project engineers, foremen, and superintendents to deliver projects efficiently, profitably, and safely.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science 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 abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct daily.
• Team-player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Forecast project revenue and costs accurately to support corporate profitability goals.
• Coordinate with estimators and the project controls group to establish project budgets.
• Lead estimating efforts on vertically integrated projects to support an accurate and consistent bid-to-build process.
• Coordinate resources with estimators, the large project sponsor, and the manager of construction to meet project schedules.
• Participate in bid reviews and bid closings, evaluate bid accuracy and project feasibility, and work with the estimating team to develop bid schedules.
• Develop comprehensive project start-up and kick-off plans with the large project sponsor, manager of construction, and project team.
• Foster communication among project engineers, foremen, superintendents, and the construction manager so work is completed efficiently, profitably, and safely.
• Ensure proper job controls for quantities, costs, revenue, and schedules.
• Build and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, corporate management, inspectors, and other partners, providing customer service and developing long-term client relationships.
• Ensure construction reports are accurate and support continuous improvement in performance.
• Manage projects to meet or exceed expected profitability margins.
• Comply with and support corporate safety initiatives to maintain a safe work environment.

Benefits

• Paid holidays and sick leave.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending plans; salaried employees may also opt into a Health Savings Account.
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness.
• Two PPO medical plan options through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees; Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular plan for eligible employees and dependents.
• 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