Tunneling Project Manager

Posillico Civil, Inc.•Houston, TX
•Onsite

About The Position

The Tunneling Project Manager is responsible for timely, safe, and profitable execution and administration of assigned projects while meeting quality and integrity standards. The role leads project planning and development of project deliverables and is accountable for the project budget, work plan, and project management procedures. Duties span job-site safety, financial administration, payroll and equipment reporting, scheduling, planning, recordkeeping, and supervision of the project team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
  • At least 5 years of subsurface work related to micro-tunneling or TBMs.
  • Experience in heavy construction, such as site work, roads, bridges, environmental work, support of excavation, foundations, piles, sanitary sewers, or sewer wastewater treatment plants.
  • Able to meet deadlines; self-motivated, detail-oriented, and organized, with strong interpersonal skills and follow-through.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, process written documents accurately and promptly, and communicate effectively with company personnel, clients, and field personnel at all levels.

Nice To Haves

  • At least 2 years of project manager experience, preferably on contracts valued at $10 million or more.
  • Wet utility construction experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage assigned projects to ensure timely, safe, profitable execution in accordance with quality and integrity standards.
  • Lead project planning and development of project deliverables; manage the budget, work plan, and project management procedures.
  • Oversee job-site safety in accordance with the applicable safety manual; ensure required test holes are dug, report utility-line damage to the Vice President of Field Operations, maintain OSHA-compliant site cleanliness, and ensure compliance with safety protocols, AHAs, and daily Tool Box Talks.
  • Perform daily quantity reviews and participate in monthly reviews of estimates and pending payment submissions.
  • Report extra or non-contract work to the Division Manager; process estimates on time; prepare and submit change orders to the Owner; and review and approve subcontractor invoices.
  • Forecast project revenue, costs, and profitability accurately.
  • Ensure accurate payroll and equipment information, maintain petty cash, and prepare the monthly cost estimate and forecast.
  • Control material deliveries, production schedules, and long-lead items; coordinate work with subcontractors and utility providers, and coordinate schedule activities with the site superintendent.
  • Notify the Owner of schedule impacts in accordance with the Contract Documents.
  • Maintain field-office records and files; develop and implement a project schedule aligned with the Owner's goals; and ensure project activities are thoroughly planned.
  • Supervise the Project Team and ensure assigned tasks are completed.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Flexible spending account (FSA)
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • Identity theft protection
  • 401(k)
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off
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