Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction

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McMillen, Inc. is looking for a Project Manager to join our growing construction division. This position requires traveling to projects throughout the Southern Central states and involves managing heavy civil jobs ranging from $5M to $75M. The Project Manager will report to the Operations Manager and oversee project planning, coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and implementation across a variety of delivery methods including hard bid, Construction Management, and Design‑Build.

Initial assignment will be located in Ardmore, Oklahoma.

All construction division offers of employment are contingent upon a background check, drug screen, and, as required by clients, security clearance.

• Manage mid to large scale projects with moderate to high risk levels.
• Operate with minimal oversight from the Construction Operations Manager and Director of Construction/VP.
• Oversee multiple construction projects at varying stages of completion.
• Coordinate with Construction Operations Manager to ensure project performance aligns with goals.
• Implement Corporate Safety Policy on all assigned projects.
• Mentor and guide Assistant Project Managers, Project Assistants, and Project Engineers.
• Generate work plans for all assigned projects.
• Schedule projects logically and budget time required to meet deadlines.
• Determine labor requirements and coordinate dispatch with manpower coordinator.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes and regulations.
• Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
• Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Obtain all necessary permits and licenses or coordinate with environmental and regulatory staff to ensure compliance before mobilization.
• Fill in for Project Superintendents and supervise workers as needed.
• Study job specifications to determine general requirements and construction methods.
• Requisition supplies and materials to complete projects.
• Prepare and submit budget estimates and progress cost tracking reports.
• Develop and implement quality control programs.
• Manage delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to resolve issues.
• Investigate damage, accidents, or delays to ensure proper procedures.
• Evaluate construction methods and determine cost‑effectiveness using computers.
• Provide project management duties on multi‑faceted projects including leading medium to large‑scale Design‑Build projects.
• Review owner contracts and project estimates at design phases (30%, 60%, etc.).
• Provide constructability review and coordinate with design engineers to incorporate constructability into final design.
• Create outgoing correspondence to clients, subcontractors, and other entities, ensuring accuracy, quality, and professionalism.
• Review, edit, and ensure all submitted documents comply with McMillen format.
• Assist in preparation of Owner Payment Applications.
• Provide project closeout documents as required to facilitate substantial completion, initiating warranty periods.
• Track projects through warranty period and provide final closeout documentation upon completion.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or minimum of 5 years comparable experience.
• Minimum 5‑8 years of experience with heavy civil design‑build projects managing all aspects from design, approvals, procurement, construction, and implementation.

• Pay range: $107,634 – $134,543 (DOE)
• Benefits: full benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, EAP, 401(k) & match, 9 paid holidays, generous PTO, stock ownership opportunity, wellness reimbursement; subsistence and home leave benefits for projects >70 miles from residence; company truck or vehicle allowance and mobile phone options.

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