Senior Project Manager
walbecgroup · Waukesha, WI ·
- Seniority
- Senior
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 8+ years
Oversee high-profile construction projects, manage teams, and build client relationships while ensuring safety and compliance in the Midwest.
Job Description:
Senior Project Manager
About Walbec Group
Walbec produces high-quality construction materials and delivers unparalleled professional design, engineering and construction services at its six companies, including Payne and Dolan, Northeast Asphalt, Zenith Tech, Parisi, Premier Concrete, and Construction Resources Management. Whether building bridges, stabilizing shorelines, rehabilitating structures, or providing site engineering and construction solutions for solar, Walbec is your bridge to expertise in construction and engineering.
With safety and ethics at the core of everything we do, our experienced professionals are hard at work on commercial and industrial sites throughout the Midwest.
The Position:
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the development and day-to-day operations of their territory and customer base, which will include relationship-building with contractors, consultants, clients, and potential partners in any of these areas. This role will be responsible for our highest-level projects and may include managing and training other Project Engineers/Managers (PEs/PMs).
Responsibilities:
Be a leader on all work sites by wearing proper PPE and espousing the Walbec value of Safety by regularly participating in morning huddles and following safety protocols/practices
Manages the overall project management operations in their assigned geographical territory or client base
Generally, manages highest profile projects
Bids and manages our highly complicated projects, high penalty, PWL, night work, and projects with tight timeframes
Comprehensive knowledge of Manufacturing, Technical Services, and Walbec Group family of companies
Knows and understands all aspects of bidding; knows competition along with analyzing and bid theory
Trusted source when Area Manager is not available
Mentors, trains. and supervises less-experienced PEs and PMs as needed
Knows the industry well and is involved often (WTBA, NAPA, WAPA, etc.)
Participates in interviewing and evaluating new hires
Involved in Association meetings and able to promote the asphalt industry and Walbec materials and services
Has strong relationships with customers and can use to our advantage such as:
o Changing job schedules
o Changing job phasing
o Implementing more efficient methods of doing workPromoter of our industry and company
Performs other related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, vocational training, certification from an accredited organization or combination of schooling and relevant work experience
Minimum of 8-10 years of project management experience in construction or manufacturing
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record
Working knowledge of DOT guidelines and regulations
Experience in training and mentoring individuals
Preferred Skills:
Prior transportation industry and logistics experience
Established strong, trusting relationships to gain support and achieve results
Effectively envision, develop, and implement new strategies to address competitive, complex business issues
Manage multiple conflicting priorities
Be self-directed and motivated
Excellent verbal and written communication, consulting, conflict management, and interpersonal and negotiation skills
Excellent client management and business literacy skills
Additional Notes:
This position will be required to travel.
The Benefits:
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, and it is our practice to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants. In addition, it is the policy of the Company to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in each locality in which the Company has employees. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply!