Project Manager

Granite Construction•Hermiston, OR

17d

About The Position

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of heavy civil construction projects up to $15 million. The role coordinates estimating, project controls, construction resources, and project teams to establish budgets, schedules, project plans, and accurate financial forecasts. It ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and profitably while building effective working relationships with clients, agencies, subcontractors, inspectors, and corporate stakeholders. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent heavy civil construction work experience, along with substantial experience in heavy civil construction, paving, dirt, and grading. The role may involve outside working conditions, proximity to large construction equipment, and alternative shifts—including nights and weekends—depending on project and client needs. It is safety-sensitive and subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in heavy civil construction.
Three to five 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.
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 work alternative shifts, including nights, weekends, and other non-standard schedules, as project and client needs require.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors and around large construction equipment while observing safety requirements.
Compliance with drug and alcohol testing requirements for this safety-sensitive position, including pre-employment and random testing.

Responsibilities

Forecast project revenue and costs accurately to meet corporate profitability goals.
Coordinate with estimators and project controls to establish project budgets.
Lead estimating efforts on vertically integrated projects and support an accurate, 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 bid closings, evaluate bid accuracy and project feasibility, and work with the estimating team to develop bid schedules.
Collaborate with the large project sponsor, manager of construction, and project team on project start-up plans and successful kick-offs.
Promote communication among Project Engineers, Foremen, Superintendents, and the Construction Manager so work is completed efficiently, profitably, and safely.
Ensure appropriate job controls for quantities, costs, revenue, and schedule.
Build and maintain working relationships with owners, agencies, subcontractors, corporate management, and inspectors, providing customer service and developing long-term client partnerships.
Ensure construction reports are accurate and support continuous improvement in performance.
Manage projects to meet or exceed expected profitability margins.
Support and comply with corporate safety initiatives and maintain a safe work environment.
Abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct and contribute as a team player.

Benefits

Paid holidays
Sick leave
Medical insurance, including two PPO plan options through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans, including Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account options
Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness
For eligible salaried employees and dependents, Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular medical plan
Granite matches 100% of the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k); the match vests immediately