Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for pre-bid take-off, estimating, project setup, project coordination, cost information, and project management of heavy civil projects in the public markets to meet or exceed budget, schedule, and quality goals. Additionally, special projects and technical engineering that contribute to the success of the Construction Division.

Benefits

At CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from. All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans. Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Compensation

$110,000 - $150,000 DOE Salaried/Exempt

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and timely quantity take-offs using AGTEK, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and manual quantification methods
• Project controls to ensure compliance with the contract, quality metrics, budget, schedule, job costing, and forecasting
• Understand and interpret plans and specifications; timely prepare RFI's for additional information
• Process submittals & distribute as required; timely procure specified materials to meet project schedule and budgetary needs
• Provide technical engineering including AutoCAD drawings, engineering calculations, and field layout
• Document production statistics, produce reports and forecast projects as required
• Schedule and manage subcontractor's and service providers to meet scheduling needs
• Estimate and manage, concurrently at times, a high volume of projects meeting or exceeding necessary metrics
• Balance field and office duties expected on a regular basis
• Support other Estimator/ PM's when necessary to meet critical timelines
• Manage and mentor Project Engineers for their own development and advancement
• Maintain duties related to OSHA regulations, including accident investigation and reporting, safety meetings, training, etc.; actively engage with the employees to reinforce safe behaviors; ensure that safety, compliance, and environmental requirements are followed
• Maintain working relationships with all departments to ensure work objectives are met
• Provide an environment where dynamic communication occurs within the project team
• Ability and willingness to abide by CalPortland's Core Values
• Develop and manage all phases of WPCP's, SWPPP's, Traffic Control Plans, etc.  
• Assist the Superintendent with material procurement, rental equipment, and dispatch of resources
• Assist in special projects
  

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred

Requirements/Qualifications

• 10-20 years of experience in estimating/managing multiple heavy civil projects
• Strong leadership abilities to teach, mentor, and motivate others to achieve extraordinary results
• Intense desire to learn and succeed in the Heavy Civil discipline
• Must be an effective leader and strong communicator
• Excellent problem solving, planning, and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and focus on accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, AGTEK, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and scheduling software
• Valid driver's license with ability to get to and from work

Preferred:

• Experience in Bridge Construction, Earthwork, and HMA Paving
• GPS proficiency
• Primavera P6 scheduling proficiency
• Working knowledge in SAP
  

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.