Sr. Project Manager / Operations
Highway Projects
Baton Rouge Louisiana Area (Relo. Assistance Available)
Salary Range $150,000 - $180,000 + Pkg. (DOE)

JOB SUMMARY:

The Sr. Project Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing day-to-day operations of all ongoing projects and crews.

This person is responsible for all aspects of projects including adherence to timelines, budgets, quality standards, and safety regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work together with the project team to create a mutual understanding of the project strategy based on the requirement of the job and efficient allocation of resources
Meeting project budgets through assessing and analyzing operational and financial risks that may be encountered in the execution of planned construction projects.
Conduct in-depth reviews and analysis of all projects or contract documents so as to be familiar with every detail and/or requirements
Work with safety team to plan and manage safety programs for each project and make sure that all aspects of safety are reached
Help project managers in the arrangement and analysis of projects and scheduling of reports on projects
Oversee projects as they are being carried out to make sure that the work is done according to outlined specifications, and that they also conform with project timetable
Convey project needs from the project manager to the management of the firm.
Assist in the maintenance, development, and enhancement of the company’s relationship with contractors in a bid to produce strategic partnership
Train and mentor employees in areas of project management and estimating.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Heavy Highway Construction required
15+ years on-the-job experience in a similar role or in any other construction capacity.
10+ years in project/operations management (field exposure preferred)
Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical, engineering or construction management
Ability to read and interpret specifications.
Ability to be proactive and to foresee events and react appropriately towards them
Ability to multitask and strategize in different situations is also relevant
Ability to work and carry out projects within a stipulated time frame or deadline
Good and effective communication skills
Good analytical and organizational abilities are of great importance
Possess good leadership ability, as well as ability to work as part of a team or even lead a team when called upon

Must be comfortable working in-office, 5 days per week in a pet-friendly environment (dogs are present in the office).