MWH Constructors

Project Manager

MWH Constructors • $90K — $120K *
Portland, OR 97229In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year degree in engineering/construction management or equivalent experience
  • 7-10 years in construction management on heavy civil or industrial projects
  • 3-5 years on water or wastewater treatment projects
  • Ability to apply innovative management techniques for performance enhancement
  • In-depth understanding of corporate practices affecting project activities
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven business acumen and judgment

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and maintain contact with clients and A/E for project activities
  • Oversee construction progress to ensure adherence to schedule and budget
  • Represent the company in various project meetings
  • Manage financial aspects of contracts to safeguard company interests
  • Develop the Slayden Constructors Management Administration Plan before project starts
  • Ensure health and safety practices are followed on-site
  • Lead and support project engineers and superintendents
  • Procure subcontractors and materials through agreements
  • Support change management, cost estimating, and scheduling
  • Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by Operations Director

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits with medical, dental, and vision options
  • Fully covered life insurance and disability plans after a waiting period
  • Discounted voluntary benefits for additional health coverages
  • Flexible Time Off Policy encompassing vacation and sick leave
  • Paid Parental Leave program
  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 401(k) plan with company matching contributions up to 4%
Full Job Description
Slayden Constructors Inc. (SCI), a wholly owned subsidiary of MWH Constructors, Inc. Slayden is seeking experienced Project Managers to support and lead critical water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects for both municipal and industrial clients based out of Portland, OR. Projects may be either integrated project delivery such as CM-at-Risk or Design-Build, or traditional Design-Bid-Build and range in size from $20-$200 million dollars in size.

Essential Functions
  • Initiate and maintain liaison with prime client and A/E contacts, to facilitate preconstruction and construction activities.
  • Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site construction managers and superintendents to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate potentially serious situations and implement corrective measures.
  • Represent Company in project meetings, assist in labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.
  • Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with Client.
  • Work jointly with other members of the project team to complete the Slayden Constructors Management Administration Plan prior to initiating any fieldwork. Use the planning guidelines and tools provided throughout the project.
  • Assure that direct reporting employees follow safe work practices and use company guidelines and policies for planning and executing work in a safe manner.
  • Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.
  • Provide leadership and technical support to project engineers, field engineers and superintendents.
  • Procurement of subcontractors and materials thru Purchase Agreements and Subcontracts.
  • Support Change Management, Cost Estimating, revenue and Cost Forecasting and Scheduling.
  • Assume additional responsibilities as directed by Operations Director.

Basic Qualifications
  • 4-year engineering/construction management degree or equivalent experience and training/education.
  • Minimum of 7-10 years of construction, design, finance and management experience/knowledge required on heavy civil or industrial construction projects.
  • 3 - 5 years of experience on water or wastewater plant projects.
  • Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance.
  • Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities vital.
  • Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential.
  • Strong business-orientation required. Proven experience and judgment.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Safety oriented, OSHA training.
  • Special experience and expertise with water/wastewater treatment projects.

Benefits
  • Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
  • 100% company-paid benefits including Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD) (after 60 day waiting period for STD & LTD only), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
  • Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
  • Flexible Time Off Policy (includes vacation, sick and personal time)
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%)


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About MWH Constructors

MWH Constructors is a global construction firm that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, dams, and other large-scale infrastructure projects. With over 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, MWH Constructors has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. The company's expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction allows them to provide turnkey solutions to their clients, from initial design to final commissioning. MWH Constructors is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and works closely with clients to ensure that their projects are built to the highest standards of safety and quality.
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Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
* Ladders Estimates

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