Project Manager (Transportation)

Aldridge Group•Des Plaines, IL

5d•$85,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Aldridge is seeking a Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic Transportation team supporting work in Des Plaines, IL. This role will work collaboratively with the project team to ensure that a quality project is produced safely, on time, and within budget.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management or other construction-related major, or equivalent construction or trade background
5 years of relevant work experience
Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities and creatively problem solve to formulate viable solutions
Ability to travel to job sites as required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excels at time management and prioritization, consistently meeting deadlines
Adaptable and willing to embrace new challenges

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace preferred

Responsibilities

Champion a strong safety culture on assigned projects through proactive leadership and vigilance in identifying and addressing potential safety issues.
Provide ongoing mentorship and training to direct reports.
Host regular performance conversations to set goals, provide feedback, and support the development of direct reports.
Using Aldridge’s standard processes and guidelines, manage all facets of assigned projects or assigned project scopes including safety, planning, scheduling, financials, and project execution.
Monitor project health using Aldridge’s project management tools.
Enact change when required.
Manage projects in accordance with Aldridge’s contract with the customer.
Own the financial tracking and reporting of assigned projects or assigned project scopes.
Monitor billings and cash flow to ensure a positive cash position on all projects.
Proactively manage subcontractors and vendors, including safety, work planning, scheduling, and payments.
Act as a point of contact for communication with the customer on the project. Timely address customer concerns while protecting Aldridge.
Ensure there is a plan to meet all contractual requirements for assigned projects.
Cultivate strong working relationships and promote effective teamwork amongst Aldridge and our partners.
Regularly visit the project site to aid in planning, progress monitoring, and internal/external relationship development.
Maintain accurate, current, and complete records for all assigned projects.