Project Manager (Great Lakes Area) - Eastern District

Position Overview

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for providing direct oversight and support on complex infrastructure and industrial projects from planning through execution in the GLA. This role requires a strong understanding of contract plans and specifications, field operations, project scheduling, cost forecasting, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will have a few construction projects under their belt, proactive in identifying and resolving issues, ensuring compliance at the site, and driving operational excellence with the team.  

District Overview

Kiewit’s Eastern District specializes in challenging heavy civil construction projects throughout the Northeast, including the metropolitan areas of New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington DC.  We are leaders in bridge, transit, foundation, tunnel, and water/wastewater construction while specializing in cast-in-place concrete, structural steel erection, earthwork, pile driving, and caissons. Kiewit’s Eastern District also has a large amount of work in the energy/power sector in various northeast locations. With our experienced and dedicated employees, extensive resources and in-depth market knowledge, the Eastern District can handle projects of any size.  

Location

This position will be based in the Chicago area with extensive travel requirements leading complex infrastructure projects. 

Responsibilities

• Contract Compliance & Field Oversight

  • Develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications.
  • Inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving measures.
  • Take corrective actions as needed to resolve field issues.
  • Review subordinates’ work for compliance with contract documents; address deficiencies and implement corrective measures.

• Project Scheduling & Coordination

  • Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software.
  • Collaborate with project management personnel to gather input and ensure schedule accuracy.

• Document Control & Change Management

  • Manage document control processes including logging and tracking new issue drawings and contract documents.
  • Review new issue drawings for changes in conditions; quantify impacts and communicate with supervisor.
  • Distribute updated documents to field teams and ensure proper implementation.

• Cost Forecasting & Financial Planning

  • Prepare monthly cost projections using data from project management systems.
  • Develop quarterly cash flow projections to support financial planning.

• Operational Improvement & Leadership

  • Recommend improvements to project operations including staffing, methods, and procedures.
  • Serve as managing project engineer/coordinator across multiple projects.
  • Provide supervision and on-the-job training for junior engineers and project staff.
  • Support and manage the project team, including direct reports and cross-functional personnel.

• Safety & Compliance

  • Promote and enforce company environmental health and safety programs at the project level.
  • Foster a safety-oriented culture across all project activities.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• 7–10+ years of experience in construction or engineering.
• Proven experience managing engineers and project teams.
• Ability to read, analyze, and identify discrepancies in engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Working knowledge of project controls terminology and scheduling practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and Outlook.