Project Manager - Klawock, AK

Overview

Southeast Road Builders (SERB) is one of the companies within Colaska Inc., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Alaska. Established in Haines in 1977, SERB is a well-recognized name in the local community. SERB offers tailored civil construction services and prides itself on providing excellent customer satisfaction. For more about the Colaska Family of Companies, visit

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We uphold high standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain.

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We are seeking a Project Manager responsible for strategic oversight and implementation, and support of construction and manufacturing operations within an assigned market area. This role operates under the direction of the Area Manager. The ideal candidate will have experience in heavy civil project management, concrete and aggregates manufacturing, drilling and blasting, and mine operations. This role is located on Prince of Wales Island in southeast Alaska.

• Embrace the Company's safety culture, actively support all safety initiatives, and adhere to defined accountabilities established by the Safety Steering and Continuous Improvement teams.
• Support, promote, and practice the Company's core values, vision, and mission; follow the code of ethics, workplace conduct requirements, safety expectations, and all other established policies.
• Support execution of regional business strategy and initiatives that align with company strategy, goals, and objectives.
• Provide strong leadership and clear direction to operations teams within the assigned area; set clear expectations and hold teams accountable for results.
• Provide mentorship to team leaders and support their development and professional growth.
• Oversee execution of initiatives that strengthen recruiting and retention of high-performing teams.
• Develop and maintain relationships with representatives from local, state, and federal entities, as well as with customers and suppliers.
• Coordinate and direct the utilization of resources, equipment, and personnel involved in projects within the assigned area.
• Participate in construction and production planning processes, budgeting, and capital planning to support operations.
• Promote effective utilization of plants, equipment, and personnel; monitor daily labor and material yields.
• Review and develop schedules, job cost estimates, and bidding information within the assigned market area.
• Collaborate with customers, job owners, agency representatives, subcontractors, suppliers, and construction and manufacturing supervisors to resolve issues and improve operational efficiency, quality, and service.
• Prepare and review reports on progress, materials used, and costs, and adjust operational schedules as necessary.
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship meets specifications and that schedules are being followed.
• Develop knowledge of the market area, products, sales policies, and regulatory requirements impacting operations.
• Ensure operations are fully aligned with safety, environmental, and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret plans, specifications, and internal and external policies, guidelines, and regulations.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence and effectively present information to large groups while interacting professionally with managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Basic computer proficiency, including email, PowerPoint, MS Word, Excel, and internet applications.
• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver s license with the ability to maintain a clean driving record.
• 7+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, aggregate materials manufacturing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams.
• CPR/First Aid certification, MSHA, and OSHA 10hour training preferred.

• Must be able to pass a drug screening and a Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods in an office environment.
• Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, 10-25 pounds frequently, or up to 10 pounds constantly.

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to meet the requirements of the role,…