Heavy Civil Project Manager ** $1500 Sign on Bonus**

Fisher Industries - Litchfield Park, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Litchfield Park, AZ

Mining (except Oil and Gas)

About the position

The Project Manager at Fisher Industries is responsible for overseeing and directing all phases of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. This role involves working closely with clients and stakeholders to define project goals, manage resources, and mitigate risks. The Project Manager will coordinate with a team of project coordinators and other managers, ensuring effective communication and adherence to contractual obligations throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and directs all phases of a construction project.
• Forecast job cost requirements and estimate change orders.
• Track force account items for proper reimbursement.
• Create procedures for accomplishing the project.
• Communicate with owners and project personnel in a courteous and professional manner.
• Review project proposals and plans to determine time frames and staffing requirements.
• Ensure all contractual terms and obligations are maintained.
• Participate in onsite value engineering studies to minimize costs and maximize value.
• Ensure project meets or exceeds cost budget.
• Meet with VP or senior PM monthly to discuss project status.
• Assure proper accounting for change orders and force accounts.
• Interface with necessary departments and subcontractors to determine the schedule of work.
• Meet with customers, vendors, and project personnel to identify barriers and resolutions.
• Ensure all submittals, RFIs, and change orders are processed according to contract documents.
• Set up project including trailers and phones.
• Update and maintain submittal logbooks and quantity tracking.
• Prepare forecasts for upper management and meet with key personnel.
• Verify accuracy and completeness of all construction with owners, engineers, and contractors.
• Review plans and specifications to determine proper procedures for completing a project.
• Direct, coordinate, and monitor activities completed by project teams to ensure quality of work.
• Develop, control, and update project schedules as required by contract documents.
• Be alert for situations that are not progressing productively and for opportunities to improve the project.
• Review field operations to ensure a safe workplace.
• Prepare project status reports and ensure adherence to contract specifications.
• Ensure project milestones and goals are met within an approved budget.
• Provide insight into job bidding to help secure future work.
• Responsible for project closeout.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years related experience as a PM in the horizontal construction industry.
• Minimum 3 years of construction experience on public works or DOT projects.
• Experience on Caltrans projects is preferred.
• Bachelor degree in construction management or civil engineering preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a high level of integrity.
• Professional with a growth mindset for a long-term period.
• Clean driving record.
• Broad knowledge of construction methods.
• Good understanding of highway construction and blueprint reading.
• Computer skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience on Caltrans projects is preferred.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
• Drug-free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing.