Project Manager (Heavy Highway Construction)

We are a contractor specializing in heavy highway construction the greater Chicagoland. With our inception in the early 1900's, we have built a reputation as a go to contractor, that prides ourselves on quality work, and have been voted as one of Chicago's "Best Places to Work". Our services include bridge construction, heavy highway, concrete paving, structural concrete, and more.

We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Heavy Civil/Highway Construction Team. This position is responsible for overall administrative and technical direction on projects. The Project Manager will plan, direct and coordinate engineering and scheduling activities of designated projects in the Chicagoland.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Establish project objectives with the Vice President
Implement established corporate policies and procedures, including EEO and Affirmative Action responsibilities
Represent company by initiating and maintaining liaison with primary owner representatives
Attend weekly owner meetings
Monitor and control construction through administrative direction of on-site superintendents to insure project is built on schedule, within budget, and meets all minority obligations
Manage all job administration and contract documentation with owner, subcontractors and suppliers
Overall management of the financial aspects of contract, including job cost reports, billings, budget changes, change order, accounts payable processing and collections
Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities
Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
Reviews deliverables prepared by team before submitting to client
Effectively applies the company's methodology and enforces project standards
Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures
Minimizes our exposure to risk on project
Provide safety and quality control management
Maintain accurate forecasting and management of budgets
Managing subcontractors and project team (subordinates)
Resolution of problems involving labor disputes, material deliveries and contracts/subcontract administration
Oversee document control and coordination of subcontractors
Initialize baseline schedule and ensure accuracy/integrity of Project Schedule
Other duties as assigned