Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related field
7-10+ years of progressive experience in structures/bridge construction
At least 3 years of field supervision experience
Minimum 3 years of estimating experience
Proven track record of on-time and on-budget project delivery
Expert knowledge in project planning, scheduling, and budgeting
Strong organizational skills for managing internal and external resources
Financial responsibility for budget creation and management
Proficiency in contract negotiation and risk mitigation strategies
Responsibilities
Lead daily operations and provide guidance to Project and Field Managers
Identify and recommend projects to bid based on resource availability and management strategy
Oversee the estimating process for selected projects
Participate in collaborative bid reviews to optimize project approaches
Prioritize activities across various project stages from preconstruction to closeout
Ensure projects are delivered on time with clear communication to stakeholders
Coordinate with department heads for project compliance with design and budget
Maintain schedules, budgets, and contracts during project planning
Develop and implement safety plans and procedures to uphold project integrity
Resolve issues promptly to ensure high-quality project delivery
Benefits
Collaborative work environment
Opportunities for professional development and training
Involvement in strategic planning processes
Exposure to diverse and high-impact projects
Ability to lead and shape project outcomes
Full Job Description
Job Description:
E.S. Wagner Co. has an immediate opening for a Senior Project Manager, Bridge / Structures Division. The Senior Project Manager is a management representative regarding all matters and issues related to the structures Division. This individual will be responsible to implement the company's strategic growth plans into an actionable and defined operational plan. This position will oversee the day-to-day activities of the structures and bridge construction division, estimating, and will be responsible for the identification, acquisition, and profitable completion of the projects to meet the goals.
Leadership:
Provide daily leadership to a staff of Project and Field Managers responsible for the planning and execution of projects
Identify and recommend projects to bid/pursue based on a thorough understanding of current commitments, resource availability, management strategy, geography, and competitive advantage
Lead the estimating process once a project is selected to pursue
Participate in E.S. Wagner's highly collaborative bid review process, in an open-minded manner, such that the end goal is arriving at the best overall approach, regardless of who authors it
Work closely to prioritize key activities on projects in various stages from preconstruction through closeout
Ensure on-time project delivery, excellent status communication, and reporting to internal and external parties
Coordinate with other department heads and senior managers to ensure projects are properly designed, planned, and completed on budget and on time
Work in conjunction with all E.S. Wagner teams to create, own and maintain schedules, budgets, and contracts during the project planning process
Participate in the development and implementation of safety plans and procedures
Be a key problem solver to issues affecting the rapid and high-quality delivery of projects
Strategy:
Create, manage and track operational improvements and progress towards organizational goals
Drive forecasting, value engineering, safety, and employee training/ development
Identify solutions and strategies that improve operational performance and efficiency
Manage employee issues; performance reviews, recruiting, mentoring, and growth
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree. Construction Management / Construction Engineering or similar focus
Minimum 7-10+ years of progressive construction experience in the structures/bridge construction industry
Minimum of 3 years of direct field and supervision experience
Minimum of 3 years of estimating experience
Strong history of delivering construction projects on time and on budget
Expert knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and budging processes and tools
Demonstrated ability to oversee numerous construction sites simultaneously
Strong organizational and scheduling skills to manage the activities of internal and external resources
Department-level financial responsibility, budget creation, and management
Expert knowledge of contracting process, commercial terms, subcontractor relationship management, contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and risk mitigation
Exhibited success with process development and implementation, change management, and growth
Ability to interface smoothly at senior management level internally and externally
