Take Your Corporate Career to the Next Level
Why consider a role with Kleinfelder Construction Services?
Not only are we well-established in the industry, but our culture embodies responsibility, accountability, and authority—the pillars of leadership in action! You will have the opportunity to work side by side with experts, be part of a team where your ideas will be heard and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Step into Your New Role
Kleinfelder Construction Services is seeking a full-time Project Manager/Scheduler with transportation construction management experience to work with a growing and thriving team of professionals in our San Diego office. Experience with developing and reviewing Critical Path Method schedules is preferred but not required.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management
Oversee and direct construction projects from conception to completion, ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.Define the project scope, create and manage project budgets, and develop comprehensive project plans.Coordinate and supervise Resident Engineers and Inspectors, assigning tasks to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.Perform Quality Control review of project deliverables.Track project activities from start to finish, ensuring adherence to schedules and resolving any emerging problems proactively.Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including engineers, architects, contractors, and clients, ensuring clear and consistent professional communication.Manage client relationships and task orders.Prepare and present internal and external reports on project status, ensuring stakeholders are informed of progress and any potential issues.
Scheduling:
Knowledge of Caltrans specifications and requirements for CPM schedules.Create, monitor, and report on the project schedule, ensuring the effectiveness of the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).Track, analyze, and report on project schedule information, including current status and forecasted changes to the schedule baseline.Ensure accuracy of project schedules and provide input on baseline management.Coordinate project schedules, tasks, deliverables, updates, and distribute project data and reports effectively.Collaborate with Project Managers and Functional Team Members to develop and update project baseline schedules per the Client's approved Work Breakdown Structure.Support Project Team and Project Control support staff to verify compliance with approved milestone dates of the baseline schedule.Assist in planning and scheduling through various phases of project development (initiation, planning, design, right of way, construction, and close-out).Retrieve, consolidate, and analyze information from various sources.Apply schedule scope changes in alignment with contract requirements.Identify schedule delays, impacts, and variances to the baseline and communicate plans and schedules to the Project Manager and Project Team.Report on schedule progress in program meetings, forecast reports, and status reports.Analyze cost and resource loading in the baseline and monthly schedule updates and run regular cash flow reports.Prepare what-if scenario schedules and inform management of possible outcomes.Review/analyze time impacts and provide time impact resolution.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Foster and maintain a collaborative work environment.Work independently, make effective decisions concerning construction work in progress, and solve field problems.Coordinate with various agencies and departments.Possess knowledge of civil components such as earthwork, grading, drainage, AC and PCC pavement, traffic control, SWPPP measures, signing and striping, and utility coordination.Proficient in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.Knowledge of Caltrans construction practices preferred.Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.Excellent organization and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus and control under pressure.Professional approach to developing strong client relations.Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, including scheduling, budgeting, resource management, and project management software.Ability to read and understand project workplans, specifications, contracts, and proposal documents.Exceptional analytical and planning skills.Knowledge of the elements of a WBS and how it is referenced in developing a project workplan.Proficiency in the use of Primavera P6 Scheduling Software.
Qualifications:
BS degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.California Professional Engineer's license preferred.A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience desired; contractor experience is a plus.A minimum of 2 years of experience serving as a Resident Engineer or Project Manager.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.Proactive and personable with a strong ability to learn quickly.Capable of working effectively in a team environment.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $107,542-$156,874.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
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