Assistant Project Manager

Overview:

KE&G Construction is seeking a highly motivated Assistant Project Manager to join our Transportation Division. This role will focus on highways, roadways, bridges, and underground utilities projects. Asphalt experience is a strong plus. As an employee-owner, you will have the opportunity to Build Your Future with a company that invests in your growth and success.

Requirements:

• Highly motivated with a strong desire to learn and advance as an employee-owner

• Graduate from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent (minimum 3 years of construction experience)

• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems and Office products

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors

• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs

• Safety-sensitive position: must pass pre-employment and subsequent random drug screenings

Personal Skills:

• Positive attitude with the ability to work collaboratively with fellow employee-owners

• Effective written and oral communication skills

• Exceptional organizational skills and a take-charge attitude

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities:

• Implement Company and Project Safety Plans

• Assist field teams with safety and technical needs

• Collaborate with the project team to develop Hazard Risk Analysis Matrices

• Schedule and support training and onboarding

• Track production and prepare reports

• Assist with material procurement and field verification of production quantities

• Coordinate communication between project and safety teams

• Monitor and track quality control issues for construction materials

• Verify material deliveries for compliance with project plans and specifications

• Prepare and track project submittals

• Coordinate and schedule subcontractors and material deliveries

• Assist Project Managers with pay applications, job forecasting, change orders, etc.

• Obtain all necessary permitting and perform utility locates prior to project start

• Review bids, plans, and specifications for construction projects

Preferred Experience:

• Heavy Civil and/or Industrial Construction

• Ability to read and interpret project documents, plans, specifications, and special provisions

• Experience with Heavy Job system is a plus

Why KE&G:

• Join a 100% employee-owned company where your contributions are valued

• Gain hands-on experience in complex transportation projects

• Build your career with ongoing training, mentorship, and growth opportunities

All other duties assigned. Please note 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.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position operates at professional construction sites, requiring the ability to communicate with verbally others on site, in person and over the telephone, ability to read printed materials, signs and directions, stamina to maintain attention despite interruptions, ability to lift, push, pull, carry, handle or feel objects, supplies, tools, machinery and/or controls weighing up to 50 pounds and reach with hands and arms; climb stairs and/or ladders; balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift overhead, traverse around or otherwise position one's self around the required work and safety requirements to navigating and perform activities on various construction sites in a safe manner.
• Will be required to work on project sites and operate vehicles, trailers, machinery, equipment and other tools within local, state and federal safety guidelines.
• This position operates in a professional field environment. The position requires working outside, frequently for long periods of time in all weather, including extreme hot and cold temperatures.
• While working, the employee might be exposed to various chemicals, vapors, pollutants, virus or other air-borne pathogens, gases, uneven surfaces, loud noises, moving vehicles or machines and dust/debris.

BENEFITS:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Become a KE&G Employee-Owner!
• Employee activities include the Excelling Employee Owner Program, Employee Choice Awards, Family Picnic, Boot Bucks, Annual Shareholders Meeting, plus other exciting events and activities for the whole family!
• Competitive Salaries
• 401(k) plan
• Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA)
• Paid time off
• Employee-Specific Development/Training Plans - Designed for you, with you!
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance - choice of HSA & PPO Plans
• HSA - weekly company contribution
• PPO Plans - Low premium for employees
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance with AD&D
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.