Project Manager II (Federal Focus)

Granite Construction•Everett, WA

1d•$121,754 - $201,352

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, particularly Department of Defense (DoD) and/or USACE projects requiring strict compliance with federal acquisition regulations. The position manages project financial forecasting and budgets, supports estimating and bid review, coordinates resources and project start-up, and ensures effective communication among project leadership, quality, safety, and field teams. The role maintains project controls and documentation for audits, change orders, and federal oversight; builds relationships with federal contracting officers, government representatives, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal partners; and works to meet or exceed expected project margins while supporting a safe work environment.

Requirements

BS degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in heavy civil construction.
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 at all times.
Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct and work as a team player.
Must meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; the role is subject to outside working conditions and work around large construction equipment.
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment and random 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 in accordance with profitability goals, federal cost principles, and contract requirements.
Coordinate with estimators and project controls to establish budgets incorporating federal contract requirements, wage determinations, and compliance obligations.
Lead estimating efforts on vertically integrated projects to support an accurate and consistent bid-to-build process.
Coordinate with estimators, the large project sponsor, and the manager of construction to manage resources and meet project schedules.
Participate in bid reviews and evaluate federal solicitations (RFPs/IFBs), contractual risk, FAR compliance, bid accuracy, and project feasibility; work with the estimating team to develop bid schedules.
Coordinate with the large project sponsor, manager of construction, and project team to plan project start-up and kick-off.
Promote communication among the Project Executive, Quality Managers/Engineers, Superintendents, Safety, and field teams so work is completed efficiently, profitably, and safely.
Maintain job controls for quantities, costs, revenue, and schedule, with documentation to support audits, change orders, and federal oversight.
Establish and maintain working relationships with federal contracting officers, government representatives and agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, and internal Granite partners.
Ensure accurate construction reports that support continuous improvement in performance.
Run projects at profitability levels that meet or exceed expected margins.
Comply with and support corporate safety initiatives to maintain a safe work environment.
Abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct and work 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 plans through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees; Granite pays 100% of the premium for eligible employees and dependents on its most popular plan
Optional Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; immediate vesting