Project Manager, Operations Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing construction projects, including coordination with project owners or their representatives, scheduling crews or subcontractors, managing claims coordination with operations/estimating, verifying as-built quantities, invoicing for completed work, and ensuring projects are delivered within budget. Primarily FDOT, county and municipal asphalt paving and roadway construction projects throughout Central Florida.

Experience with Viewpoint, Excel, Build2

Win or similar construction management software is preferred. The role includes both office and field responsibilities with occasional night and weekend work. The Project Manager is a seasoned leader responsible for delivering complex FDOT and government roadway projects safely, on time, and within budget. This role not only oversees day‑to‑day project execution but also plays a key part in developing the next generation of project leaders.

The Project Manager is expected to mentor and collaborate with other project managers, sharing expertise in FDOT compliance, cost control, and scheduling to elevate the performance of the entire team.

Reports directly to and is accountable to the Regional Vice President.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (required).
• Minimum ten years of proven experience managing FDOT or other government roadway and paving projects from bid through final acceptance.
• Demonstrated success working with FDOT Resident Engineers, CEI firms, and public agencies.
• Proven track record of successfully managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Equivalent combinations of education and extensive relevant experience will be considered.

• OSHA Certification
• CPPR and CQC Training
• Traffic Control Supervisor Certification
• FDOT Asphalt Paving Levels 1 & 2

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to coach and develop other project managers into future leaders.
• Deep knowledge of FDOT specifications, methods, and best practices for road construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract terms.
• Familiarity with construction lien laws and contract compliance.
• Competence in cost control, estimating, and analyzing as‑built costs.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Skilled in using project management software, scheduling tools, and digital reporting platforms.

• Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget while meeting all FDOT and contractual specifications.
• Mentor, coach, and collaborate with other Project Managers to elevate project management capabilities across the region.
• Perform quantity take‑offs, determine material requirements, and prepare detailed resource plans.
• Coordinate subcontractors and monitor progress, ensuring compliance with schedule and quality standards.
• Prepare and submit schedules, material source approvals, invoices, claims, and other documentation.
• Verify subcontractor payments and ensure accurate cost tracking.
• Collect accounts receivable and manage project cash flow.
• Analyze job cost reports, comparing estimated vs. as‑built costs to improve future project performance.
• Maintain strong relationships with FDOT, CEI representatives, subcontractors, and owners.

• Enforce and abide by Ajax’s Safety and Environmental rules and all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Ensure adherence to Ajax’s quality standards on every project.

• Combination of field, asphalt plant, lab, and office environments.
• Availability to work days, nights, and weekends as required by project schedules.

Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, lifting a minimum of 45 lbs., carrying, pushing/pulling, and performing low‑level work. Good vision, hearing, and communication skills required.

• Highly organized and detail‑oriented.
• Self‑motivated and decisive.
• Collaborative and capable of building strong teams.
• Professional appearance and communication.
• Committed to continuous improvement and leadership development.

• Reports to work on time and provides proper notice for absences.
• Maintains a neat, organized work area.
• Consistently meets deadlines and follows through on commitments.

Ajax offers competitive pay and has excellent benefits; comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with discretionary employer match, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health and wellness program, direct deposit, referral bonuses, paid vacation and holidays.