Palmer Group
Heavy Highway Construction Project Manager
Palmer Group, Des Moines, Iowa, United States, 50319
Our client, a well-established and expanding construction company in central Iowa, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated
Concrete Construction Project Manager
for their highway team. This key role involves managing heavy highway and roadway construction projects, ensuring top-quality results, on-time completion, and adherence to budget. Work model:
On-Site What you will be doing: Manage project budgets and strive to "beat the budget" for optimal cost control Utilize computer-aided software for project scheduling and coordination of subcontractors/vendors to maximize production and ROI Prepare and distribute methods of financing (MOF), manage pre-production meetings, and analyze construction plans accurately Review bids, estimates, and change orders, and conduct detailed job cost analyses for cost optimization Negotiate, prepare, and review contracts with clients/vendors, and assist in material, subcontractor, and equipment purchasing decisions Stay updated on local market prices, aim to improve company and crew efficiency, and manage multiple projects using computer-aided scheduling software What you will need:
5+ years of heavy highway/road construction experience Experience managing project budgets in the field and negotiating Proficiency in math, communication, planning, and organization Strong leadership presence Experience working with the Iowa Department of Transportation Degree in construction project management or engineering is preferred Benefits overview: Health, dental, and vision insurance PTO 401k Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email Marlyn at mherrera@thepalmergroup.com.
Concrete Construction Project Manager
for their highway team. This key role involves managing heavy highway and roadway construction projects, ensuring top-quality results, on-time completion, and adherence to budget. Work model:
On-Site What you will be doing: Manage project budgets and strive to "beat the budget" for optimal cost control Utilize computer-aided software for project scheduling and coordination of subcontractors/vendors to maximize production and ROI Prepare and distribute methods of financing (MOF), manage pre-production meetings, and analyze construction plans accurately Review bids, estimates, and change orders, and conduct detailed job cost analyses for cost optimization Negotiate, prepare, and review contracts with clients/vendors, and assist in material, subcontractor, and equipment purchasing decisions Stay updated on local market prices, aim to improve company and crew efficiency, and manage multiple projects using computer-aided scheduling software What you will need:
5+ years of heavy highway/road construction experience Experience managing project budgets in the field and negotiating Proficiency in math, communication, planning, and organization Strong leadership presence Experience working with the Iowa Department of Transportation Degree in construction project management or engineering is preferred Benefits overview: Health, dental, and vision insurance PTO 401k Interested and qualified candidates can contact Marlyn Herrera at (515) 225-7000 or email Marlyn at mherrera@thepalmergroup.com.