Assistant Project Manager

Requisition :178286

Job Level:Senior Level

Home District/Group:South Central District

Department:Field Operations

Market:Transportation

Employment Type:Full Time

The Anchor Bolts Down Construction Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of anchor bolt installation and related civil/structural work on major industrial or infrastructure projects. This position requires a proven ability to manage field operations, direct craft labor and staff teams, and ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.

The ideal candidate is an experienced field leader who excels at work planning, schedule development, and constructability coordination—ensuring every task is executed with precision, efficiency, and full alignment with project design and safety expectations.

Kiewit's South Central District has played a major role in constructing infrastructure projects throughout the United States. We specialize in highway and heavy civil construction including grading, excavating, trenching, bridge construction, concrete, asphalt paving and more. Our depth of experience and unparalleled commitment to safety, quality and the environment make us industry leaders in highway and heavy civil construction.

Project sites include Abilene TX, Hobbs NM, Kenner LA, Greenville MS, and Jackson MS.

• Manage daily field operations for anchor bolt and foundation installation activities, including layout, verification, and quality control.
• Oversee craft labor crews and field staff, typically ranging from small specialty crews to large multidisciplinary teams depending on project size.
• Ensure full compliance with company safety standards, project specifications, and quality requirements.

• Develop detailed work plans and construction schedules that account for crew size, budgeted manhours, equipment needs, and key milestone constraints.
• Utilize Primavera P6 or other scheduling tools to monitor progress, identify variances, and adjust resources as required.
• Coordinate with the project controls team to ensure accurate forecasting and progress reporting.

• Lead pre-task planning sessions to identify potential hazards and develop mitigation strategies.
• Promote a culture of “planning before execution” to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
• Verify that all inspection, testing, and quality documentation requirements are incorporated into work plans.

• Collaborate with designers and engineers to resolve constructability issues, review RFI responses, and implement design changes effectively.
• Use Blue Beam Revu (or equivalent tools) to perform design markups, review anchor bolt layouts, and communicate field‑driven design feedback.

• Select and coordinate appropriate construction equipment for each task, ensuring equipment capability aligns with production needs and site conditions.
• Work with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials, embeds, and anchor systems.

• Develop, maintain, and share work documentation using Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and One Note with a high degree of independence.
• Prepare progress reports, work packages, and performance metrics for leadership and client review.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent field experience.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 7+ years in heavy civil, industrial, or structural construction, including direct management of anchor bolts, foundations, or similar scopes.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  • Proficient in Primavera P6 scheduling or similar software.
  • Strong working knowledge of Blue Beam Revu, Excel, PowerPoint, and One Note.
  • Familiarity with construction equipment capabilities and selection.
• Leadership:
  Proven ability to lead diverse teams, coordinate multidisciplinary work, and foster a safe, productive environment.
• Safety:
  Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality excellence in all phases of project execution.

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