Foundations Project Manager – Michels Construction, Inc.

The Foundation and Ground Improvement Division of Michels Construction, Inc. is a rapidly growing provider of geotechnical construction solutions across North America. The Project Manager position based in Baltimore, MD is an excellent fit for an engineer who desires to work in construction with a balance of geotechnical design and project management.

Typical projects will involve all types of specialty geotechnical construction including deep foundations, ground improvement and/or earth retention systems. The anticipated salary range is: $90,000 ‐ $140,000 annually. This information reflects the anticipated base salary for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on individual’s skills, experiences, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law. 

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Identify new opportunities and coordinate with management for support and overall business development strategy
• Review project drawings, specifications, and geotechnical reports to evaluate viability, prepare proposals and work with engineering and estimating to provide project bids
• Build client relationships while helping to win new work
• Provide value to clients through development of innovative and cost-effective geotechnical solutions
• Negotiate construction contracts (with help from our legal team) and understand contract requirements
• Prepare submittals including construction means and methods as well as design drawings and calculations for design-build work
• Prepare project budgets and schedules, monitor and approve project costs, and accurately forecast estimated project revenue and profit
• Oversee and inspect projects to monitor compliance with plans and specification and resolve any quality nonconformance issues
• Identify and address changes and escalate change issues to management if necessary
• Ensures compliance with all Michels and OSHA safety requirements 

Why you?

• You possess sound technical knowledge
• You relish new challenges
• You have a high attention to detail
• You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
• You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
• You thrive in fast-paced environments
• You possess strong written and verbal communication skills
• You excel at problem-solving and conflict resolution
   

Why Michels Construction, Inc.?

• We support dynamic and growing industries
• We are family owned and operated
• We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
• We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
• We are a part of the Michels family of companies – one of North America’s largest, most diversified energy and infrastructure contractors
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan.  Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan  

What it takes:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with 5 to 10 years of geotechnical, construction or industry related experience is required
• Professional Engineer license is required
• Experience in design and construction of deep foundations, ground improvement or earth retention is preferred
• Master’s degree in civil engineering with a focus in geotechnical or structural engineering is preferred
• Must possess a valid driver license and an acceptable driving record
• Some travel for project site visits and meetings is required 

If you like variety and challenge and take satisfaction from knowing your work supports modern construction, consider joining the Foundation and Ground Improvement division of Michels Construction, Inc.

AA/EOE/M/W/Vet/Disability