Project Manager

Forgen•Rocklin, CA

13d•$120,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager holds full ownership of assigned projects, leading the transition from estimate to execution and directing the work through to closeout to ensure it is delivered safely, on schedule, and profitably. This role owns project financial performance—including budgeting, forecasting, cost administration, and revenue recognition—while serving as the primary point of contact for clients and driving subcontractor accountability. The Project Manager sets execution plans aligned to scope, schedule, and risk; leads contract administration and change management; and directs the onsite team to ensure consistent, high-quality production. Ultimately, the Project Manager is responsible for the overall profit and loss of each assigned project, managing it according to Forgen's corporate philosophy of safe, quality production while securing the most favorable economic outcome for Forgen.

Requirements

BS, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent Project related experience.
More than ten years of progressive heavy civil construction experience, with the most recent five years of progressive Project Management experience including direct supervisory experience in heavy civil construction.
Skilled in project controls software, including Excel, Microsoft Office/Project, Primavera (P6); AutoCAD knowledge is a plus.
Strong understanding of construction engineering, codes, standards, and cross-functional relationships.
Excellent written/verbal communication and leadership skills; able to resolve complex contract issues independently.
Highly motivated, safety-focused, ethical, and committed to doing quality work.
Strong time management, attention to detail, and sound decision-making abilities.
Valid Driver’s License and ability to drive on behalf of company business.

Nice To Haves

TWIC card holder preferred.
In-Situ Stabilization project experience is a plus.
Fluency in Spanish is a plus.
40-Hour HAZWOPER Training
Competent Person Safety Training
8-Hour Supervisory Training
30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety Training
First Aid and CPR

Responsibilities

Responsible for driving a safety culture which promotes Incident and Injury Free Performance.
Provide initial client contact to assess scope of work and resources required to successfully complete project.
Assist with estimating and proposals of assigned bid opportunities with detailed review of proposal specifications, drawings, takeoff information, production rates, subcontractors and overall project approach.
Supervise total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule. Responsible for development of basic project schedules.
Responsible for all project cost administration processes to include; completing/reviewing project budget, weekly receiving reports, cost reports and providing monthly cost and revenue forecasts.
Responsible for insuring accurate production reporting and interfacing with client representatives and responsible for administration of all subcontractors.
Plan, coordinate and supervise onsite functions (scheduling, engineering, material control, provide day-to-day direction of onsite administrative staff in accounting, purchasing, etc.).
Responsible for understanding of general contract administration and a complete understanding of all project contract requirements.
Responsible for recognizing changes in project scope and or conditions, ability to develop claims and responsible for leading claim and change negotiations.
Owns escalation trigger, framing, and initial execution for project risk.
Supervise employees and other subcontractors as required by the contract. Responsible for hiring and disciplinary actions with all assigned project staff to include both project craft and salaried staff.
Provide technical assistance, i.e. interpretation of drawings, recommending construction methods and equipment, etc. as required. Initiate and maintain extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
Owns documentation integrity as part of project risk management, ensuring project files support claims, audits, and closeout, and correcting documentation gaps immediately.
Assume responsibility for productivity of employees, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the projects.
Responsible for the overall profit and loss for assigned projects.
Owns full project closeout, including lessons learned, staff feedback, subcontractor performance review, and final risk and claim disposition.
Perform additional assignments and special projects as directed.