Project Manager II (Federal Focus)

Granite Construction•Everett, WA

20d

About The Position

The Project Manager II is responsible for the overall direction, pursuit, completion, and financial outcome of complex construction projects, primarily for federal owners, especially Department of Defense and/or USACE projects requiring strict compliance with federal acquisition regulations. The role oversees financial forecasting, budgeting, estimating, project planning, controls, documentation, client relationships, and safe project delivery. It works closely with estimators, project controls, project sponsors, construction managers, project executives, quality and safety personnel, superintendents, field teams, subcontractors, and government representatives to deliver projects profitably and in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing. Work may take place outdoors and around large construction equipment. Granite offers a broad benefits package, including paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending plans, wellness programs, and a 401(k) match. Salaried employees may select from two PPO medical plans; Granite pays the full premium for its most popular plan for eligible employees and dependents. Salaried employees may also contribute to an HSA or FSA. Benefits may vary for positions outside the continental United States.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent heavy civil construction work experience.
Five to ten 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.
Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and federal contracting requirements.
Understanding of federal compliance requirements, including certified payroll, subcontractor flow-down clauses, and documentation standards.
Ability to work in a high-production environment.
Demonstrated decision-making skills.
Excellent leadership skills.
Excellent supervisory, communication, and organizational skills.
Accuracy in work.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors and around large construction equipment while maintaining safety awareness.
Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct and work as a team player.
Subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience managing federally funded construction projects.
Experience working with federal agencies such as USACE, DOT, or FAA, or on defense-related projects.

Responsibilities

Perform accurate project revenue and cost forecasting to support corporate profitability goals and comply with federal cost principles and contract requirements.
Coordinate with estimators and project controls to establish budgets that account for federal contract requirements, wage determinations, and compliance obligations.
Lead estimating efforts on vertically integrated projects and support an accurate, 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; evaluate federal RFPs and IFBs, contractual risks, FAR compliance, bid accuracy, and project feasibility; and work with the estimating team to develop bid schedules.
Coordinate project start-up planning and kick-offs with the large project sponsor, manager of construction, and project team.
Facilitate project communication among the Project Executive, quality personnel, superintendents, safety personnel, and field teams so work is performed efficiently, profitably, and safely.
Maintain job controls for quantities, costs, revenue, and schedule, with documentation to support audits, change orders, and federal oversight.
Build and maintain working relationships with federal contracting officers, government representatives and agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal Granite partners.
Ensure accurate construction reports and use performance information for continuous improvement.
Manage projects to meet or exceed expected profitability margins.
Comply with and support corporate safety initiatives.
Abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct and contribute as a team player.

Benefits

Paid holidays
Sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
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 medical plan for eligible employees and dependents
Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) option
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation salaried employees defer into the 401(k) plan, with immediate vesting