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Position DescriptionGBI has always maintained that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are now seeking to add to our team. We are looking for a
Project Manager to join our team in
Portland, OR. Position Summary The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for administering the technical and financial aspects of assigned projects. Works closely with Owners, subcontractors, vendors, utility companies and local state and federal agencies to ensure work is being completed on schedule and on budget. The PM supervises other salaried employees and reports to the Project Executives. The PM works harmoniously with both the craft and salaried employees.
Position Description - Routinely manages projects valued between $0-$25M.
- Expertly performs the duties of Project Engineer.
- Performs duties of Estimator and Superintendent as needed.
- Successfully manages and directs multiple projects simultaneously, having large budgets with extensive and complex implementation challenges.
- Has the experience and ability to lead the construction claim process and settle claims in the best interest of the Company.
- Exhibits expert contract administration ability. Analyzes, understands and communicates the Company's contractual responsibilities. Authors formal written communication as necessary, to protect the Company's interests and contractual rights.
- Proactively identifies new business lead and/or repeat business in the private market while consistently representing the Company in a positive and professional manner.
- Manages contractual change order process with customers and subcontractors, including initial pricing of extra work (with Estimator oversight and within dollar amount guidelines), utilizing the estimating staff to bid significant lump sum extra work items.
- Reviews and approves purchase order commitments for job specific purchases.
- Confirms the adherence to specifications and resolves conflicts.
- Identifies equipment needs, creates forecasts and manages for responsible equipment utilization.
- Leads pre-construction process for assigned projects, verifies bid time assumptions (including existing ground verification), identifies project quality requirements, creates Job Specific Quality Control Plans, and ensures efficient and complete close-out.
- Oversees the implementation of comprehensive safety plans, hazard analysis, safety meetings, method statements and safe working practices, as required by the Company and regulatory agencies. Continued mentoring of field staff employees in area of safety practices.
- Performs safety audits and sees that deficiencies are corrected immediately.
- Creates, analyzes, updates and certifies various project schedules, including short term schedules and project CPM schedule.
- Responsible for negotiating subcontracts, reviewing and making recommendations for execution to the Contracts Manager, ensuring subcontractors comply with requirements, administering the subcontract and paying the subcontractors.
- Demonstrates intimate knowledge of the Company's standard form contracts.
- Oversees the activities for the entire project team (employees, subcontractors, vendors) to ensure compliance with the company policies, safety and quality standards.
- Supervises jobsite operations, supports field staff and coordinates resources such as crews, materials and equipment. Supervises Project Engineers and reviews their written reports on project performance using qualitative analysis and other project management techniques.
- Acts as a Company liaison for projects with owners, local, state and federal agencies, consulting engineers, utility companies, subcontractors and public.
- Supervises, coordinates and manages all phases of assigned construction projects and monitors projects to ensure that the work is safely completed on schedule and within budget, including scheduling, construction administration, staffing and construction compliance.
- Mentors Project Engineers and coaches less experienced employees on leadership, productivity and achieving career objectives.
- May be responsible for periodic performance evaluation of direct reports, including quarterly updates and proactive identification of training opportunities.
- Performs detailed Quality Management System audits of assigned projects and others.
- Demonstrates excellence in resource-loaded scheduling and forecasting.
- Sequences critical path activities and demonstrates how changes impact progress and profit.
Competitive Benefits & Total Rewards at Goodfellow Bros. At Goodfellow Bros., employee well-being is a top priority. Our comprehensive total rewards package is designed to support your
physical, mental, and financial health while offering the flexibility to meet the diverse needs of you and your family. Here's what you can expect:
This position offers a salary range of
$103,000 to $130,000 annually.
Additional Compensation- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): As a partially employee-owned company, GBI offers eligible employees the opportunity to build long-term wealth through shared ownership.
- 401(k) + Profit Sharing: Immediate eligibility with generous annual employer contributions that go beyond traditional match programs.
- Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $700 per year for participating in healthy lifestyle activities.
- Employee Referral Bonuses: Help grow our team and receive bonuses for successful referrals.
Benefits- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Low-cost plan options, including Premera HSA (WA, OR, CA), Kaiser HMO (OR, CA, HI), and HMSA (HI). Preventive care is covered at 100%.
- Paid Time Off: Up to 26 days of vacation, 9 sick days, and 11 paid holidays annually.
- Parental & Family Leave: One paid bonding week, with additional unpaid leave available.
- Disability & Life Insurance: Company-paid short-term and long-term disability, plus life insurance coverage up to 1.5x your annual salary.
- Training & Career Growth: Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement support.
- Perks & Community Programs: Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, and retail discounts.
Internal candidates will receive priority consideration for the five (5) calendar days after the position is posted.Position RequirementsRequired Education, Experience, and Technical Knowledge- Candidates must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship.
- Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
- Minimum five (5) years' experience in heavy civil construction preferred.
- Strong knowledge of earthwork, grading, and underground utility practices, including contractual documents, plans, specifications, and geotechnical reports.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
- Must have computer experience using HCSS Heavy Job, Microsoft Word, Excel and Project. Vista Software is a plus.
- Valid Driver's License with clean driver's abstract.
- Obtains and maintains CPR, AED and First Aid certification, OSHA 30, MUTCD Supervisor.
