Project Manager; Transportation

Project Manager

What we are looking for:
Aldridge is seeking a Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic Transportation team supporting work in Des Plaines, IL. This role will work collaboratively with the project team to ensure that a quality project is produced safely, on time, and within budget.

What you’ll do:

• Champion a strong safety culture on assigned projects through proactive leadership and vigilance in identifying and addressing potential safety issues.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and training to direct reports.
• Host regular performance conversations to set goals, provide feedback, and support the development of direct reports.
• Using Aldridge’s standard processes and guidelines, manage all facets of assigned projects or assigned project scopes including safety, planning, scheduling, financials,and project execution.
• Monitor project health using Aldridge’s project management tools.
• Enact change when required.
• Manage projects in accordance with Aldridge’s contract with the customer.
• Own the financial tracking and reporting of assigned projects or assigned project scopes.
• Monitor billings and cash flow to ensure a positive cash position on all projects.
• Proactively manage subcontractors and vendors, including safety, work planning,scheduling, and payments.
• Act as a point of contact for communication with the customer on the project.
  
  Timely address customer concerns while protecting Aldridge.
• Ensure there is a plan to meet all contractual requirements for assigned projects.
• Cultivate strong working relationships and promote effective teamwork amongst
  
  Aldridge and our partners.
• Regularly visit the project site to aid in planning, progress monitoring, and internal/external relationship development.
• Maintain accurate, current, and complete records for all assigned projects.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management or other construction-related major, or equivalent construction or trade background
• 5 years of relevant work experience
• Aptitude to anticipate problems, critical issues, and opportunities and creatively problem solve to formulate viable solutions
• Ability to travel to job sites as required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excels at time management and prioritization, consistently meeting deadlines
• Adaptable and willing to embrace new challenges
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace preferred

Who we are:At Aldridge, we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team, where your skills are notonly valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choicefor Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects, we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety, innovation, and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness, with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2,000industry experts dedicated to our vision, we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness, our core values createan unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events, open-door policies, and visible executive presence, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive, innovate, and make a meaningful difference.

Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected –become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What we offer:The annual base pay for this role is between $85,000 - $150,000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors, including: location, work…