Project Manager

The position of Project Manager is responsible and accountable to the respective division manager for the satisfactory completion of all assigned duties and responsibilities.

BASIC FUNCTION :

The efficient management of one or more projects (private, public, heavy highway, structures, asphalt) position has direct responsibility for scheduling, labor, materials, subcontractors, change orders, cash flows and marketing.

JOB DUTIES :

• Supervise, either directly or through subordinates, all construction operations on assigned project(s) to achieve maximum efficacy and performance on time and within estimated budget.
• Monitor the status of assigned project(s) and bring suggestions to the attention of the division manager as to how improvements could be made in such areas as crew sizes, performance methods, techniques quality work, value engineering, etc.
• Monitor closely all cost and yields within area of responsibility and be constantly alert to any change in the relationship of the two which might be adverse.
• Meet with engineers to estimate and price change order work and meet with clients to coordinate required design changes and to negotiate change orders as necessary.
• Conduct a continuous evaluation of the following items : plants and schedules, salaries, promotions and job assignments, equipment performance and needs, personnel quality control, customer relations, on-the-job safety, security, crime prevention procedures and subcontractors.
• Develop progress schedules, monthly schedules and weekly schedules, schedules support crews and subcontractors to expedite and facilitate assigned project(s).
• Coordinate and control the work of all subcontractors, ensure subcontractors receive adequate notice of starting dates and that the job is ready for them to begin work when they report to the project. Check the subcontractor's performance to ensure they comply with job specifications and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain close contact and good relations with the general public, engineers, inspectors, customers and customer representatives to facilitate job progress and to promote a positive company image.
• Review all required daily reports and verify their correctness.
• Monitor closely the accurate execution of purchase orders, delivery tickets and their routing to inspectors and purchasing agent.
• Study and be knowledgeable of all local ordinances and laws concerning construction and its related activities to ensure compliance of all activities undertaken, arrange for permits as needed.
• Work closely with the contract administrator and staff in the preparation of all monthly billings. Verify the correctness of all monthly quantities submitted.
• Maintain close contact with clients in regard to the collection and status of payment for work rendered by the company and ensure timely collection.
• Check and approve invoices for project(s) and subcontractors, prepare information for accounts receivable for the accurate processing of invoices.
• Review and analyze with scheduling coordinator monthly cost reports, schedules and cash flows regarding assigned project(s).
• Assist and direct personnel in the following areas : using equipment in a safe and proper manner, improving job performance, controlling cost and quality of work, increasing productivity, improving communications, selecting, training and developing personnel and adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Participate in the periodic evaluation of all assigned employees, discuss employee's contribution to the company, their development and possible pay adjustment.
• Cooperate with the human resources and risk management, being knowledgeable as to all acts of safety, equal employment and affirmative action programs. Insist upon compliance among all personnel and subcontractors by directing and monitoring weekly toolbox meetings and meetings as may be required.
• Marketing responsibilities include following up on all leads until jobs evolve into construction drawings, obtain plans and specifications for the availability to estimating department, responsible for all follow up on proposals until the contract is awarded or denied, serve as liaison by maintaining close contact with clients to ensure repeat business.
• Confer regularly with division manager concerning job problems or unusual development, perform additional duties as directed by vice president.

KNOWLEDGE :

Broad knowledge of the discipline of civil engineering and / or project management.

Perform other duties as requested.

King Asphalt, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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