Assistant Project Manager Civil Engineer Jobs in Chesterton, IN

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Position Overview:

The Project Manager will manage Heavy Civil projects and manage the project team.  Projects may vary between private and public owners, as well as a variety of delivery methods such as lump sum, negotiated and unit price work. The projects often include management of self-perform work, as well as managing subcontracted work.

Assigned Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of the construction contract(s) and/or work orders
• Supervisory responsibility for project team assigned to contract(s) and/or work orders.
• Collaborate with other Project Manager(s) in the office, as necessary.
• Collaborate and monitor Superintendent(s) performance on contracts and/or work orders.
• Create and collaborate on work proposals.
• Negotiate financial disputes and change orders with owners.
• Administrative point of contact for the owner
• Understand details of project scope of work
• Create and maintain project cost reports.
• Document and negotiate changes that may affect project completion or contract costs with subcontractors and owners.
• Develop field quality assurance and quality control plan with Superintendent.
• Collaboration of project safety plan with Superintendent(s)
• Responsible for managing MBE/WBE subcontracting requirements.
• Responsible for EEO/Affirmative action contract requirements
• Must report to various work locations as assigned.

Requirements

• 10 years of construction experience OR 
• B.S. in Construction Management or Engineering plus 5 years OR
• Master's Degree plus 2 years
• Experience managing Job Order Contract projects preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and personnel simultaneously.
• Knowledge of construction, design, cost reporting and cash flow management
• Proficiency in Project Management and Scheduling Software
• Great communication and organizational skills

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K matching
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Eligibility for Year End Bonus
• LifeLock Subscription

Salary Range:

$90,000-$135,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

F.H. Paschen is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

If you require an accommodation in order to complete this application, please contact Tracy Tesnow at 773-444-3474.

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