Highway Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

S&R Corporation in Lowell, MA is seeking an experienced Highway Project Manager to lead and coordinate vital DOT bridge and highway construction jobs. You'll oversee a team in improving roadways and maintaining vital infrastructure, making this an excellent opportunity to make a real difference. If you're interested, keep reading to learn more about this full-time opportunity!

WHAT SETS THIS ROLE APART:

We pay for experience, and our Highway Project Manager earns a competitive salary that reflects qualifications. You'll also receive an incredible benefits package that includes:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Growth opportunities
• HSA/FSA
• Life insurance
• Mentor/Apprentice Program
• Short- and long-term disability
• Company phone

THE ROLE:

• Working from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday
• Handling vital project management aspects for DOT bridge and highway jobs, including scheduling crews, generating cost estimates, and negotiating subcontracts
• Ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met
• Updating cost estimates to match production data and material prices
• Completing construction take-offs and negotiating change orders
• Preparing and submitting shop drawings
• Maintaining open communication between construction crews and office staff
• Leading meetings and motivating team members

READY TO JOIN US?

Founded in 1987 by brothers Steven and Roger Ploof, S&R Corporation has grown from a small demolition business into a leading general contractor specializing in demolition, construction, and environmental services for both public and private sectors. Built on a foundation of integrity, innovation, and hard work, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results through competitive bids, negotiated contracts, and emergency work. Our success is driven by a dedicated internal team and a trusted network of industry-leading partners, enabling us to tackle projects of any size from concept to completion. At S&R, we value collaboration, diversity, and professional growth-creating an environment where ambitious, talented individuals can thrive while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact. Join us and be part of a company that combines expertise, innovation, and integrity to shape the future of our industry.

If you're interested in becoming our Highway Project Manager, you'll need:

• 5+ years of experience managing heavy highway construction projects (either from the office or in the field)
• Experience working on Public and Private projects
• Microsoft Office experience
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to compose formal letters
• Must live within 1 hour of the job location

The following preferred qualifications would help you stand out:

• Civil engineering or construction management degree
• Experience using estimating software (B2W), accounting software (Spectrum), or project management software (ProjectSight or Procore), and scheduling software (Primavera P6)
• AutoCAD or Bluebeam experience

If you're ready for the next rewarding challenge in your project management career, make your move today! Fill out our initial application to get started.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or sit for an extended period or for an entire work shift. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. The employee may be occasionally required to climb ladders, high spaces and/or stairs. Specific vision required for this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

Essential Functions

1. Responsible for the management of multiple projects (1-4) simultaneously
2. Responsible for project administration, data entry, scope of work development, cost change order estimates, proposals, subcontractor buyout and coordination, scheduling creation, and updates.
3. Responsible for CPM scheduling, project cost control, and Risk Management.
4. Coordinates with Project Architects, Engineers, Owners, Subcontractors, and Superintendents.
5. Management of project execution in accordance with contract requirements and project management procedures.
6. Coordinate subcontractor buyout to include arranging and attending site visits with subcontractors, tracking subcontractor proposals, and entering required data in project management software.
7. Responsible for the setup and maintenance of projects in the project management system, but not limited to drawings, submittals, budget, directory, Prime Contracts, commitments, and meeting minutes.
8. Review subcontractor proposals to ensure compliance with project requirements, scope, and budget.
9. Negotiate with subcontractors and prepare detailed subcontractor agreements.
10. Responsible for project accounting including invoice review, development and updating cost to data reports, billing projections and client billings.
11. Coordinate project close-out, to include punchlist management, obtaining required documentation, assisting pre-final inspections and As-Built drawings.
12. Ensure compliance with Company safety guidelines and all local requirements (OSHA).
13. Participation in all superintendent meetings and calls as needed.

Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screening test.