Civil Sr. Project Manager

RIGID is committed to providing quality construction services to our client base located throughout the Gulf Coast Region of the United States. We specialize in all phases of early work, site development, soil stabilization, material supply and installation, marine construction, and underground piping systems. RIGID has assembled a team that has decades of combined experience in the execution of sitework/civil and marine projects throughout the Gulf Coast region of the United States.

SUMMARY

The Sr. Civil Project Manager acts as the business manager of the construction project(s). This role assumes full responsibility for the on-time completion of the project within the final budget and schedule while maintaining the company’s high standards of safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and employee growth. The Project Manager also leads the initial preconstruction planning and CPM efforts prior to mobilization. Once in the field, is responsible for maintaining and updating a detailed project CPM, all major purchasing, subcontracting, and business management while providing leadership and oversight to the project construction efforts.

Essential Job Functions

• Interface with clients and subcontractors to negotiate, secure, and manage project contracts.
• Communicate effectively with owners, client engineers, the Rigid leadership team, project engineers, superintendents, and field staff to ensure the highest level of performance and productivity.
• Manage equipment, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services.
• Assist the estimating department by providing takeoffs and bid pricing for new projects.
• Create and manage project schedules using Primavera (P6) to ensure timely completion of projects.
• Ensure the completeness and accuracy of project schedules throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project finances to optimize cash flow and adhere to budgetary constraints.
• Conduct project budget reviews and generate weekly reports to maintain budget expectations.
• Implement corrective measures to ensure budget goals as needed.
• Develop and execute detailed project plans to guide project teams and ensure milestones are met.
• Effectively manage the change control process, including change orders and contract scope adjustments.
• Forecast critical work activities and manage manpower and work loading on projects to ensure efficient execution.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop and manage site-specific safety plans in collaboration with the project team and safety department.
• Conduct regular site safety walks, document safety issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety as the foremost priority on the project, ensuring adherence to safety processes and daily documentation.

Skills and Requirements

• 4-year degree in civil engineering, construction management discipline
• Project Management Certification
• 6 plus years managing large civil construction projects
• Proficiency in project management software such as P6, Heavy Job, Heavy Bid
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals and teams.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Possess strong work ethic and professional standards.
• Highly motivated, organized and detail oriented, with the ability to multi-task and work with challenging issues, while establishing and meeting deadlines.
• Displays well developed independent judgment in performance of job responsibilities.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Advanced computer skills include demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications and ability to learn new software.
• Ability to work effectively with limited supervision in execution of job responsibilities.

Travel and Additional Requirements:

• Jobsite and travel to corporate office as needed.