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Project Manager - Civil Construction
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A Construction Manager manages construction projects from project planning through completion. Manages project budget and schedule; works closely with architects, engineers, trades workers, and clients; supervises construction on site and manages subcontractors; coordinates permits and regulatory compliance as needed for projects.
$124,752 / year median in Washington
+12% projected growth
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Project Manager - Civil Construction
WRS - 3.6
Ferndale, WA Job Details Full-time $115,000 - $140,000 a year 22 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Employee stock ownership plan Life insurance Qualifications Cost management Bluebeam Revu Sales proposal development Bluebeam Presentations for conferences or internal meetings Financial software Microsoft Office Bidding project phase Proposal writing HeavyBid Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Cost estimate preparation Managing projects Primavera P6 Team motivation (leadership skill) Estimation for infrastructure construction Full Job Description WRS has an immediate opening for an experienced Civil Construction Project Manager with at least 5+ years of related experience in the field. The person who fills this position will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing a range of routine and complex civil construction projects from pre-construction through closeout. This includes site development, grading and earthwork, underground utilities, road and heavy civil construction, and related infrastructure work. About WRS WRS offers a wide range of services in a number of industries. Regardless of the position you're applying for, our work is always centered on people, problem-solving, and integrity. What do we mean by that? We do the right thing and get along well with others. Our team members are experts in their respective fields. We think outside the box, and we're good at it. And we've been doing this for a long time: we're proud to be our communities' trusted problem-solvers since 1982. Are You a Good Fit? Our ideal candidate is innovative, relational, and honest. If you live for those "aha!" moments, you thrive in team settings, and you hold yourself to a high standard of work and ethics - we have a feeling you'll like it here. Your Responsibilities Know civil construction means and methods well enough to produce quality estimates/bids/proposals/schedules that result in profitable work for the company and the construction department. Provide clear direction to superintendent/foreman of your expectations for the project. Provide them with project files, estimates, schedules, and any other pertinent information. Prepare submittals, work plans, subcontracts, rental and material agreements. Set baseline schedule in conjunction with field supervision. Generate RFI's, pay applications, change orders, quality tracking, etc. Collect and review material packing slips and approve invoices. Prepare financial reports, billings, cost reports and trends for WRS and client. Communicate with superintendent, foreman, client, safety, and management as the need arises; and to provide updates regarding project progress, adjust manpower and equipment. Work as part of the leadership within the construction department to understand and determine project needs regarding workloads, manpower, and equipment Be professional in dealing with customers, as well as company staff. Be a team player, lead and manage your team by example. Your Experience & Qualifications Have a solid understanding of the projects scope of work and how to complete the work safely. Understand the project and client's safety requirements; and understand the safety costs for projects. 3-7 years experience in civil construction managing projects. Prepare accurate cost estimates with adequate notes for project staff to understand the logic and reasoning behind how an activity was priced. Must know and use HeavyBid, Heavy Job Manager, HCSS, and MS Office. Understand BlueBeam, P6, MS Project or similar software. Prepare project forms clearly and accurately. Prepare bid proposals with detailed scope of work, clear inclusions/exclusions. Be able to give verbal presentations to groups of various sizes. Be able to clearly convey emails/letters in a professional manner. Prepare to work hours necessary to complete tasks, as there will be deadlines which need to be met. Have a thorough understanding of how projects are built and prepare realistic bid schedules. Be willing to help in any way and always be willing to encourage those on the team. Your Benefits & Compensation When we say that we love investing in our team, we mean it. For full-time employees, WRS offers a full benefits package that includes: Full Medical coverage (with HSA option) Full Dental coverage Voluntary Vision Generous PTO, based on hours worked 10 Paid Holidays per year Long-Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance (including guaranteed buy up option) $250 per year - personal reimbursements 401k Eligible after 1 year ESOP Eligible after 1 yearBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health Insurance