Project Managers

As a Project Manager with Menard, you will make key decisions and recommendations on construction projects from the pre-task planning phase through closeout, as well as overseeing the administrative and technical aspects of these projects.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all Menard, OSHA safety regulations are met and enforced while coordinating with the project team and the Corporate Safety Manager.
• Scheduling of projects in logical steps and budgeting time required to meet deadlines.
• Managing contract negotiations, including preparing scope of work documents with clients and negotiating with subcontractors and major material suppliers.
• Generating initial and monthly project financial budgets and forecasts.
• Tracking, preparing and negotiating change orders and claims.
• Responsible for Contract Documents & Specifications Review and preparation of RFIs.
• Researching and resolving drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors.
• Responsible for client invoicing and AR cash collections.
• Acting as a liaison between company, customers, and vendors.
• Mentoring and training junior engineers within the region.
• Responsible for field activities that include quality control, documentation, submittal preparation and data analysis as well as running small work crews when necessary.
• Working closely with Corporate Operations personnel to develop and grow regional labor and equipment resources, refine operations procedures, and expand our technical capabilities.
• Collaborating with Menard regional sales team members and engineering resources.
• Supporting Regional Sales and Business Development efforts by attending and trade shows, conferences and technical presentations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of contract management, claims management and dispute resolution
• Understanding of engineering science and technology, design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans,
• blueprints, drawings, and models
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field plus 5 years of project management experience in geotechnical construction.
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Any equivalent combination of education and experience which meets the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking and sitting at a desk.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to traverse facilities in all types of weather conditions.
• Up to 25% overnight travel within a given region required for this position.

If you’ve got what it takes, send your cover letter and resume along with a completed application to us at careers@menardusa.com.