Area Project Manager

Position Summary

Develops, implements, and updates a work plan for the project management team including assignment of projects and establishment of and monitoring of schedules. Manages short-term implementation projects. Works with customers to plan and control project deliverables, manage installers, and coordinates with supply chain to ensure the solution is fully implemented according to the sales specification and ready for live customer usage. Creates and delivers daily reports, as well as project reconciliation reports for the sales team, operations team, customers, and installation partners.

Responsibilities

• Defining and executing project plans including scope, specifications, action plans, timelines, and task assignments.
• Documenting project plans keeping records on project activities.
• Contract management includes cost estimating, subcontracting, changes orders, value engineering, claims disputes, materials management, warranty management, quality management and environmental management.
• Partnering with internal and external customers, leaders, and team members to communicate and execute on project plans. This includes building a positive team culture and resolving conflicts.
• Developing positive relationships with the public, fielding questions and resolving issues and complaints.
• Project start-up and close-out activities ensuring all regulatory requirements are met, documents are submitted, and the project meets all applicable standards.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Very strong verbal and written communication skills and comfort interacting with a variety of internal and external customers.
• Strong computer skills including standard Microsoft Office applications, budgeting software and scheduling software
• Ability to motivate and foster relationships to enhance a cooperative team environment.
• Ability to develop professional relationships with customer representatives and officials from local agencies.
• Ability to resolve conflicts and job-related disputes in a diplomatic and tactful manner.
• Ability to manage time, tasks and resources on multiple operations effectively efficiently.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include night and weekend hours.
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience required
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience required with a priority on commercial projects
• Knowledge of CDOT regulations for highway paving and traffic safety
• Project management and field supervisory experience
• Thorough understanding of asphalt paving, sub-grade and related subcontractor operations required