Project Manager/CPM Scheduler

Ford Construction Company is seeking a Project Manager/CPM Scheduler for its bridge division to assist in general project management, bid estimates, and project scheduling utilizing Primavera.

Ford Construction Company is a fourth-generation family-owned business founded in 1955. From its beginnings, the company has been an industry leader in asphalt manufacturing, asphalt paving, bridge construction, site preparation, grading, excavating, highway and heavy construction services, and aggregates sales in the West Tennessee area. We are helping to build West Tennessee.

Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or construction science required

· 1-5 years of road construction project management preferred

· Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable with general computer programs

· Skills required:

• Good communication skills both within company and with subcontractor and TDOT representatives
• Macro management skills
• Strong time management skills

Job responsibilities

This position will include three main activities among others:

· Assist with bid estimates on proposed jobs

• Pre-bid site visits to research location
• Research and pre-plan material deliveries
• Read and interpret blueprints

· Project management

• Obtain necessary permits and regulations
• Work with subcontractors to obtain material certifications
• Order materials and schedule delivery
• Work with subcontractors regarding their approved work
• Communicate with foremen, division heads, and upper management
• Manage borrow/waste pits
• Adhere to SWPPPs

· CPM Scheduling

• Utilize Primavera for project scheduling
• Monthly updates to schedule
• Attend monthly progress meetings

This is a salary position. General hours of operation are Monday through Friday. This is an “in-person” position to be performed primarily at the Highway Division office located in Dyersburg, TN. The position will require some travel to jobsites and preconstruction meetings in the West Tennessee area.

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits include medical insurance with optional HSA, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance. 401K and profit sharing are available after an eligibility period.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Due to the physical nature of the work, ADA accommodations may be limited. However, the Company will review each case and make accommodations if possible.

Minorities, females, and Veterans are encouraged to apply. Ford Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: commensurate with experience

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dyersburg, TN 38024: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (Minimum)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000