Project Field Engineer

We are a leading provider of innovative solutions for state and municipal authorities across the Southeast. With a focus on Design-Build and Bid Build roadway projects, we are the go-to experts in our field. Our skilled crews are capable of executing a wide range of tasks, from clearing and earthmoving to drainage, utility work, and more. Join our team today and be a part of transforming the Southeast's infrastructure landscape!

Challenging and positive work environment
The resources and means to be successful
Competitive wages, with bonus plans, and excellent benefits
A place where your input and output matters and your ideas and collaboration are encouraged

The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing all phases of the construction project, including planning, directing, and coordinating construction, engineering, and scheduling activities to ensure that project goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters. They will manage professional staff responsible for design and project construction and ensure a safe workplace for all personnel. This position requires knowledge and experience with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Primavera P6.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide positive safety leadership to the project and review field operations to ensure a safe workplace.
Manage professional staff responsible for design and project construction and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure the project progresses on schedule and within the prescribed budget.
Review project estimate or plan to determine the schedule, estimated job cost, procedures for accomplishing the project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of the project.
Anticipate project needs with sufficient lead time to avoid delays in production and establish work plans and staffing for each phase of the project.
Oversee coordination with project staff to outline work plans, assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
Review status and modify schedules or plans as required, and prepare project reports for management, owners, and subcontractors.
Coordinate material purchases; assure that subcontractor agreements are prepared and change orders are accurate and issued to owners, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Develop and maintain business relationships and manage subcontractors, clients/owners, engineers, JV partner(s), and unions if applicable.
Participate in project presentations to elected officials, the general public, and other stakeholders.
Responsible for project closeout; secure loose ends by finalizing paperwork, obtaining retainages, supporting supervisors, and expediting claims.
Ability to confidently negotiate any and all matters on behalf of the Company as they relate to cost, schedule, and contract matters with Owner/Subcontractor suppliers.
Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
Job Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
At least seven (7) years of related experience; highway construction and management experience required.
Experience with managing roadway projects with the George Department of Transportation; knowledge of GDOT Standard Specifications.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Primavera P6; Preferred proficiencies include HeavyJob and HeavyBid.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Goal-oriented – ability to set goals and achieve them.
Strong Interpersonal skills – able to lead diverse teams, as well as work well and persuade people at all organizational levels.
Organizational ability – able to plan, prioritize, organize, and monitor activities and projects. Able to work well in a group environment and foster a team approach.
Professional Engineer License preferred, but not required.
Flexibility to travel and relocate as necessary.