Kiewit Corporation

Assistant Project Manager-Kiewit Nuclear Solutions-Aiken, SC

Kiewit Corporation • $75K — $95K *
Aiken, SC 29803In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10+ years in commercial or Federal Government construction; DOE experience preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven job management experience across construction operations, engineering, estimating, and client relations.
  • In-depth knowledge of commercial construction standards and multi-disciplinary management.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in project controls and administrative software like MS Office suite.
  • Demonstrated team management experience, including development and performance oversight.

Responsibilities

  • Champion Kiewit's safety culture, ensuring a commitment to safety practices.
  • Assist Executive Leadership with organizational strategy execution and business initiatives.
  • Oversee multiple construction teams during preconstruction and construction phases.
  • Develop strategic plans for new business and enhance client relationships.
  • Act as the primary client relationship manager for new and repeat business opportunities.
  • Collaborate on estimating and proposal development for projects.
  • Lead contract negotiations and support solutions-driven contract development.
  • Engage in community and industry leadership through active participation in professional organizations.
  • Accountable for overall project performance including financial results and schedules.
  • Support project staffing and employee development initiatives.

Benefits

  • Top-tier medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
  • Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage included.
  • Retirement plans with matching contributions.
  • Generous paid time off offerings.
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 180843

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Department: Field Operations

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will work with various Project Management team members from different projects to manage the overall performance for commercial construction projects and have direct client relations responsibility. You will also provide oversight of the estimation and complete project management of multiple project teams.

Location

This position is located on an active construction site in the Aiken, SC area. Reporting to the project daily is mandatory, this is not a remote or hybrid position.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and champion all aspects of Kiewit's safety culture with an unwavering commitment to Nobody Gets Hurt.
  • Assist and support Executive Leadership in the development and execution of organizational strategy and key business initiatives.
  • Provide senior leadership and oversight for multiple construction teams throughout preconstruction and construction phases.
  • Develop and execute strategic plans for new business opportunities while fostering and expanding client relationships.
  • Serve as the primary client relationship manager, building and sustaining long-term partnerships to generate new and repeat business.
  • Collaborate closely during preconstruction, estimating, and proposal development for both new and existing opportunities.
  • Lead contract negotiations and provide solutions-driven contract development support.
  • Actively engage in the community and industry as an influential leader through professional organizations and memberships.
  • Maintain senior management accountability for overall project performance, including financial results, schedules, and client satisfaction.
  • Ensure projects are appropriately staffed and support employee development, recruiting, and retention strategies.

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Qualifications

  • Ability to travel for work as needed.
  • Minimum 7-10+ years of experience in the commercial or Federal Government construction market. DOE market experience is a plus.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent professional experience that provides the required knowledge for the position.
  • Proven experience serving in a job management role, with demonstrated responsibility across construction operations, engineering, estimating, contract management, and client relations.
  • In-depth knowledge of commercial construction standards, including scheduling, contracting, and coordination and management of multiple disciplines and subcontractors.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
  • Proficiency in project controls and administrative software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
  • Demonstrated experience in staff management, including team development and performance oversight.
  • Strong project management capabilities, including leading and reviewing project financial forecasting.
  • Experience in business process management and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Solid understanding of business administration principles.
  • Effective public speaking and presentation skills, with the ability to represent the organization to clients, stakeholders, and industry groups.

Other Requirements:
  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines timely
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.


We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

About Kiewit Corporation

Kiewit Corporation is an employee-owned Fortune 500 contractor based in Omaha, Nebraska. Privately held, it is one of the largest contractors in the world. Recent projects have included several bridge retrofittings in the San Francisco Bay Area, Interstate H-3 project in Hawaii, and building the world's largest geodesic dome at Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha. Along with significant mining and off-shore operations, the company also contracts small grading (dirt moving) projects for residential or commercial development.

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Size
22,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Founded
1884
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