Project Manager

Kerr Contractors

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Valid license with a clean driving record required.
  • Pre-employment drug screening mandatory.
  • 5+ years of managing heavy civil contracts for public and private projects.
  • BS in Construction Management preferred, or equivalent experience.
  • Familiarity with project management software like HCSS Heavy Job and scheduling tools such as MS Project.
  • Proven experience resolving contract disputes and managing changes efficiently.
  • Management of multiple civil projects with budgets ranging from $500k to $25M.

Responsibilities

  • Enforce safety protocols and ensure proper use of PPE and safety equipment.
  • Conduct daily and weekly safety briefings for all teams.
  • Develop a pre-construction safety plan with management before work starts.
  • Ensure quality workmanship through systematic internal checks and quality control processes.
  • Promote and adhere to Kerr Core Values throughout operations.
  • Administer contracts, communicating changes, managing documentation, and budget updates.
  • Accountable for the profitable completion of assigned projects on time.
  • Maintain current and accurate project records in document control systems.
  • Resolve contract issues promptly with project stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary package.
  • Paid time off (PTO).
  • Opportunities for community involvement.
  • Engagement in team building events.
  • Participation in annual company events.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts available.
  • 401k retirement plan offered.
  • Paid holidays throughout the year.
Full Job Description


Job Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensure that safety protocols are followed, PPE and safety tools and equipment are used consistently.
  • Daily & weekly safety meetings/briefings are occurring.
  • A pre-construction safety plan is developed with the management team prior to beginning work. Promoting safety culture at Kerr is the priority.
  • Ensure that quality workmanship is provided by all our crews. Systematic internal checks and QC processes are used and double checked.
  • Ensuring that Kerr Core Values are implemented and adhered to.
  • Administers prime contracts, subcontracts, including communications, document control, change management, payments, budget updates, review of performance of direct reports, and schedule management.
  • Accountable for the profitable and timely execution of all projects assigned.
  • Ensures daily job records project documents are current and accurate, and entered through the project document control system.
  • Resolve contract issues and conflicts timely with the project owner, suppliers, subcontractors, and other project parties.

Qualifications
  • Must have valid license and clean driving record
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience managing heavy civil contracts for public works and private owners for a variety of job types including site work, highway and road, utilities, airport, etc.
  • BS in Construction Management is preferred, but not mandatory, or equivalent job experience.
  • Experience using project management software systems such as HCSS Heavy Job, Heavy Bid, electronic document control systems and file storage, project scheduling using MS Project, SureTrak, P6 or similar CPM software.
  • Experience effectively and timely resolving contract disputes and managing changes.
  • Experience managing multiple civil projects with a range of sizes and an annual aggregate of $500k to $25M or more.

Benefits
  • Competitive Salary
  • PTO
  • Community Involvement
  • Team Building Events
  • Annual Company Events
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays

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