Project Manager (Experienced)
On-siteRedkey, Indiana, United States
Redkey, Indiana, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSmall
Full TimeSmall
Job Summary
Oversee all phases of heavy highway and civil construction projects, ensuring successful completion on time, within budget, and according to specifications. Lead project planning, coordination, scheduling, cost control, safety, and quality assurance while managing contracts, permits, submittals, and change orders. Coordinate project teams including field superintendents, subcontractors, and vendors, and prepare detailed construction records and INDOT-required reports. This role requires a 50/50 time split between office and field environments, with long hours potentially extending to six days a week. Candidates must travel up to 125 miles and possess a valid driver's license. Brooks Construction Company, Inc. provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio, valuing safety, integrity, and teamwork in its family-owned culture.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field
- eight (8) years equivalent experience in heavy highway construction
- A minimum of five (5) years of experience managing INDOT heavy highway or civil infrastructure projects
- Valid driver's license
- willingness to travel to various job sites
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Deep understanding of heavy highway, road, and civil construction practices and INDOT specifications
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, and construction documents
- Ability to analyze budgets, schedules, and project performance data
- Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and stakeholder relationship management
- High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills
- Must be comfortable working in high-pressure, deadline-driven settings
- Lifting/Carrying: Up to 50 lbs frequently
- Pushing/Pulling: Up to 50 lbs frequently
- Driving: Regular driving of automatic and possibly standard transmission vehicles
- Movement Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, and keyboarding; occasional sitting, bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, climbing, crawling, and reaching above shoulder level
- Use of Hands: Frequent use of hands for keyboarding and handling materials
- Environmental Exposure: Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, dust, wet surfaces, uneven terrain, and standing on concrete; frequent travel; frequent work in both indoor and outdoor environments
- Time split between office and field environments (approximately 50/50)
- Work long hours and potentially 6 days a week, with the understanding nights could be needed
- Travels up to 125-mile radius from the main office
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field preferred
- Experience with estimating, scheduling, and project financials is highly valued
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Project), with familiarity in Bluebeam, OnStation, ITAP, or other project management software/applications preferred
- Hands-on field construction experience is a plus
- Master's degree preferred
- Experience with AWS or GCP
- Linux fluency
- Order to Cash
- Procure to Pay
- Supply Chain
- Customers
- Suppliers
- Risk Identification
- Business Acumen
- Time Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Valid driver's license
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams
- Must be able to effectively lead and coach others
- You believe that food is central to our lives
- Passionate about excellence
- If you have a smile to share, we'd love to have you
- We want amazing humans
- We value diversity
- Competitive salary and bonus
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision
- Generous PTO and parental leave
- 401(k) match with vesting
- Health Insurance - We pay 100% of the premium for you, your spouse and your eligible children)
- Prescription Drug Plans, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts – We make contributions on your behalf
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Telehealth Services
- 401K Plan – We contribute a portion of your 401K for you
- Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Access to training programs and advancement opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with over 270 employees
- Brooks Construction provides asphalt, concrete, earthwork, and pipe operations across northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio
- using best practices and innovative techniques to give our customers a quality product
- Our team-based approach ensures that every employee has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact
- Whether you're starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll find a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth
- At Brooks Construction Company, we believe in building more than roads-we build careers, communities, and a legacy of excellence
- Join us in shaping the infrastructure of northern Indiana and northwestern Ohio
- Be part of a team where ordinary people do things extraordinarily well
- Brooks Construction Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status
- Brooks Construction Company, Inc. complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and all applicable federal and state labor laws
- If you require a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact our HR team at 260-478-1990
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