Project Manager
Keller North America, Inc. Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
Civil Engineering · 51-200 employees
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About the role
The Project Manager is responsible for identifying new business opportunities, preparing proposals, and negotiating contracts. They also oversee project execution, including design, scheduling, financial management, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management. A minimum of 5 years of experience in geotechnical or construction-related industries is preferred.
Benefits
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Overview
Keller is the world leader in geotechnical construction and deep foundations. With a North American presence of over 100 years, we operate as the market leader with over 50 offices throughout the US and Canada. By connecting global resources and local experience, Keller develops innovative, practical, and cost-effective solutions to geotechnical challenges. Our values of integrity, collaboration, and excellence enable us to lead the industry in providing the optimal solution for our clients.
Keller is looking for an experienced Project Manager based out of our Asheville, NC location.
Responsibilities
Business Development and Proposal Preparations • Identifies new opportunities and coordinates with the management team for support and overall strategy. Helps to identify new markets, clients and technologies while building client relationships.• Assembles proposals which includes performing risk assessment, evaluating opportunities to increase profit, estimating, engineering, technical writing, site visits and client Q & A.• Responsible for negotiation of the contract and understanding the contract requirements.• Coordinates with pre-construction team if applicable.
Risk Management• Fully understands and complies with Keller risk management policies and procedures.• Recognizes major risks and takes appropriate measures to reduce risks to the company.
Initial Planning• Responsible for designs, submittals, material ordering, pre-job planning and scheduling.• Plans pre-project meetings with the Superintendent and other entities as required. • Develops plans and strategies with the project team to maximize profitability of projects.
Project Execution • Builds and leads effective project-based teams.• Ensures the work performed meets the specified requirements.• Works with the branch and project team to ensure the project stays on schedule and in budget.• Identifies and addresses challenges and opportunities to maximize profitability.
Change Management• Identifies, tracks and addresses changes; escalates changes when necessary.
Financial Management• Approves and monitors weekly and monthly financial reports, forecasts, budgets and other metrics throughout the duration of the project. • Manages A/R collections.
Safety and Quality Assurance • Ensures compliance with all Keller and OSHA safety requirements.• In the event of a safety incident, work in partnership with HSEQ to support employees and project management teams per Keller policy.• Resolves all quality nonconformance issues.• Exercises stop work authority for Safety and Quality issues
Qualifications
Background Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, Experience)• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.• Minimum 5 years geotechnical, construction or industry related experience preferred. • Excellent computer, written and verbal communication skills necessary
Additional Information
Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant internal and external experience, knowledge, skills, scope of job, geographical location or other factors permitted by law
Benefits
- 401(k) + matching
- Health, Dental, Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Holiday Pay
Keller is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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