Project Manager – Marine Construction

Kokosing•Chesapeake, VA

4d•$110,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 40 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team. Job Description: Kokosing Industrial’s Marine division is seeking a Project Manager (Heavy Marine Construction and/or Heavy Civil Construction) in Mid-Atlantic region, based in Baltimore, MD. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of marine construction projects including providing technical expertise to estimating, participating in proposal preparation, labor and resource planning, scheduling, generating and reviewing project requirements, and taking a project from preconstruction to final approval. Candidates could expect to spend significant time on marine vessels (boats, barges, etc.) on waterways throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Please note: This role will require regular/extensive travel within the project geographic region (5-7 months per year). For reference, Baltimore, MD is considered to be the central point of the territory. Overnight travel is to be expected – company will pay for the hotel accommodations with scheduled rotations as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred or equivalent technical training and related experience.
3+ years with specific project management experience in marine construction or heavy civil projects
Technical understanding of construction and maintenance of marine vessels
Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling including the ability to monitor progress to schedule and adhering to strict deadlines
Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic
Strong negotiation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Understand and interpret safety laws and company policies/standards
Knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, specifications, building materials, and required standards
OSHA 30
40-Hour EM 385-1-1
Primavera P6 Certification

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate small marine vessels preferred
Experience with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook), with the ability to learn new software programs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with demonstrated ability to manage and function in a team of varied disciplines.
Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Hypack and/or other Survey software preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of marine construction projects
Overall responsibility for successful execution of the job within budget, schedule, and job cost
Project scheduling using Critical Path Method (CPM)
Develop a project plan that meets client requirements and timeline
Forecast budget and track expenditures
Serve as primary contact with client
Identify improvements in all systems, safety, project reporting etc., including implementing plans that will yield more efficient dredging methods
Assist with creation of post award client submittals and other deliverables
Work with crewing team to coordinate all project logistics including vessel and crew needs
Oversee procurement of project equipment and consumables
Manage all third-party subcontractors and rental companies in conjunction with Site Administrators
Manage all mobilization efforts
Oversee all required daily reporting
Daily QC of productions
Continually monitor site conditions for change orders or modifications
Drives cost control and manages budget tracking in conjunction with Finance
Provide technical expertise to estimating to assist in the preparation of proposals
Create cost and production estimates for bids
Regularly track project milestones
Identify potential conflicts or delays in the project timeline and work to resolve
Manage resources needed to successfully complete the project
Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory agencies
Creates and improves on SOPs
Acts as a leader and mentor to other staff and new marine staff, providing training and coaching on administrative duties