Project Manager - Transportation, DOT

W.W. Clyde•Casper, WY

About The Position

WW Clyde is hiring a Project Manager to lead DOT heavy highway transportation projects in Nebraska, Wyoming, and Colorado, with a strong emphasis on white paving and other heavy highway work. The role oversees project planning, execution, and closeout to ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to high quality and safety standards. The Project Manager also cultivates client relationships and pursues regional business opportunities. The position involves analyzing project documents to estimate time, materials, equipment, labor, and production; establishing project objectives and performance standards; overseeing onsite Superintendents; managing contract financials; reviewing quality reports; coordinating with clients, DOT representatives, vendors, subcontractors, and quality teams; identifying and addressing project risks; and ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and DOT regulations. The Project Manager also assists with business development and participates in client meetings and labor strategy sessions. Candidates are subject to a comprehensive background check and a preemployment drug screen. The posting notes that applicants with a DUI or felony conviction may not meet eligibility requirements. The position is full-time, pays $100,000–$130,000 per year, and is open until filled.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive heavy highway construction project management experience, including DOT and paving contracts.
Proven track record with Federal Contracts and DOT specifications.
Strong estimating and pit exploration experience in collaboration with Area Managers.
Successful completion of a comprehensive background check and preemployment drug screen; the posting notes that applicants with a DUI or felony conviction may not meet eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

Analyze drawings, specifications, and proposals to estimate time, materials, equipment, labor, and production.
Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards in accordance with WW Clyde’s project management guide.
Oversee onsite Superintendents to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Manage contract financials, including fee payments, equipment rentals, income, expenses, and profit margins.
Review QC/QA reports for crushers, batch plants, hot plants, and materials, and collaborate with quality teams to optimize production.
Coordinate with clients, DOT representatives, vendors, and subcontractors to resolve issues and maintain strong relationships.
Identify project risks and implement corrective actions promptly.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and DOT regulations.
Assist in developing new business opportunities and participate in client meetings and labor strategy sessions.