Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make:

Every Person Matters®

Together We Can Do Great Things®

This Is More Than a Job®

Job Summary  

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall success of project execution. This includes the overall responsibility for estimating, budgeting, scheduling, contract compliance, safety, quality of work, project closeout, and owner satisfaction. He or she provides labor and equipment resources to adequately staff the project, monitors construction progress, sets strategic project goals, and closely monitors performance to ensure the Owner’s goals are met. The Project Manager will actively engage field supervision and project engineering teams and provide training and guidance for improvement and professional growth. 

Essential Functions 

Responsible for an entire heavy highway, road, and/or bridge construction project or a major segment of a construction project  Plan and perform complex or technical work requiring sound judgment and decision-making authority  Manages field construction activity, engineering, and other field project(s) support activities  Responsible for execution of the contract to meet schedule and budget  Establishes relationships and is the point of contact with the owner   Responsible for administering the contract and protecting the rights and remedies of the company relating to changes  Responsible for assembling the craft workforce to execute the contract and direct management of the field supervision  Use negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company with the owner and outside agencies  Develops and strengthens relationships with material vendors and subcontractors related to the project  Reports accurate status of the project performance to management  Focus on the development and mentoring of project personnel to create a high-functioning team 

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. The job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. 

Required Skills & Experience  

Ten-plus years’ current/recent heavy highway, road, and bridge construction management experience is required  Current/recent medium to large heavy highway, road, and bridge construction project experience ($50M+) is required  Knowledge of the local construction environment is desired  Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline is preferred  OSHA 30 certification preferred  A proven track record of organizing work forces to accomplish project goals  A well-rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines  Strong leadership skills  Strong problem-solving and analytical skills  Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented  Strong working knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word  Excellent verbal and written communication skills  Must be capable, licensed, and approved to drive a company pick-up truck or similar vehicle to work sites, offices, and other locations as required to perform job duties Must be able to climb up and down ladders and scaffolding to gain access to work and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the construction site

Benefits and EOE

Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance 401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance Employee assistance program For additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States, and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be immediately authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status, and will not sponsor them for work visas.

 

Notice to Staffing Agencies 

Zachry Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry’s resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry’s Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.