Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Job Description:

Walbec Group produces high-quality construction materials and provides professional design, engineering, and construction services in the Midwest.

Under the direction of the Area Manager, the Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating activities on designated jobs to ensure that goals and objectives are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and funding parameters.

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate project activities to meet deadlines.
• Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction project.
• Prepare and submit budgets, project schedules, progress reports, and 3‑week project schedules.
• Ensure overall profitability of designated jobs.
• Requisition supplies and materials to complete construction projects and communicate with construction managers.
• Oversee all job quantity reporting, cost‑to‑cost reporting, job labor budgets, weekly schedules, and scheduling of specific P.O. materials.
• Engage weekly with Construction Managers and subcontractors to obtain progress reports.
• Take actions to address delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
• Assist in the development of a site safety plan and ensure all jobs and personnel work safely and efficiently.
• Engage with owners by attending and/or leading meetings.
• Identify quality control and CRI opportunities.
• Build rapport and engage with customers and subcontractors.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

• 5–8+ years of experience in the heavy highway industry is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree, vocational training, certification from an accredited organization, or a combination of schooling and relevant work experience.
• Valid Driver's License considered insurable by insurance standards.

• Competitive compensation aligned with industry standards.
• Employer‑paid medical plan with HRA contribution (eligibility requirements).
• Dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Flex Spending Account (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Company‑paid short and long‑term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.
• Profit sharing.
• Robust Walbec training and professional development program.
• Ongoing career growth opportunities.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.