What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at MWH Constructors?
MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.
As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.
The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!
About the Role
MWH, a global leader in heavy civil construction of water and wastewater facilities, is currently seeking a Project Manager to support $50M critical water treatment plant (WTP) construction projects in the Greater Las Vegas metropolitan area.
Essential Functions
- Plan, organize and staff key field positions or subordinate project managers. Coordinate staffing with US Operations and other Area department heads.
- Establish project objectives, policies, procedures, and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
- Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts, to facilitate preconstruction and construction activities.
- Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site construction managers and superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
- Represent Company in project meetings, assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.
- Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with Client.
- Work jointly with other members of the project team to complete the MWH Constructors' Management Administration Plan prior to initiating any fieldwork. Use the planning guidelines and tools provided throughout the project.
- Assure that direct reporting employees follow safe work practices and use company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
- Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
- Provide leadership and technical support to project engineers, field engineers and superintendents.
- Procurement of materials thru Purchase Agreements and Contracts.
- Support Change Management, Cost Estimating, revenue and Cost Forecasting and Scheduling.
- Assume additional responsibilities as directed by Regional Director.
Basic Qualifications
- Four-year degree in engineering, construction management, or related field or equivalent combination of experience, skills, and training.
- Minimum 10 years' relevant management experience or equivalent skills and experience; demonstrated successful performance on complex and/or large projects, typically $100M .
- Special experience and expertise with ozone related projects.
- Minimum 5 years of management experience with profit and loss responsibility on an assigned project(s).
- Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
- Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities vital.
- Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential.
- Safety oriented, OSHA training.
- Strong business-orientation required. Proven experience and judgment.
- Experience planning, coordinating, and executing plant shutdowns in concert with the plant operations staff.
- Providing technical support to the Scheduler.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in Ozone Disinfection.
- Previous experience working in an operating facility.
Benefits
- Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
- 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
- Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
- Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
- Paid Sick and Safe Leave
- Paid Parental Leave Program
- 10 Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
- Employee Referral Program
MWH Constructors is a leading project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company's multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.
Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment
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