Balfour Beatty
Project Manager
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As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
Summary
At Balfour Beatty in Atlanta, GA, we are seeking a Project Manager for the Davisboro area. The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a construction project. In this position, the incumbent directs and supervises activities related to contract administration, change orders, submittals, procurement, project financial projections, and schedule requirements to ensure projects are completed with quality, profitable, adhering to our Safety/Zero Harm culture.
Essential Functions
- Collaborates with scheduling, superintendent, subcontractors, and suppliers to create a construction schedule.
- Develops an organizational and responsibilities matrix at the start of each project and determines the resources needed for the project (e.g., people, tools, equipment, materials, internal and external services). Partners with Loss Prevention Professionals assigned to the jobsite.
- Reviews the contract documents with all project participants (e.g., customers, employees, subcontractors, suppliers, government regulators, utilities) to ensure work is completed on time and within budget.
- Coordinates and delivers all requirements for subcontractors and suppliers to meet project schedules.
- Responsible for project administration and daily operations. Prepares and maintains the project schedule, milestone dates, and close-out checklist. Reviews with project staff each quarter and assigns responsibilities, execution, and follow-up plans.
- Establishes relationships and communication tools as needed with suppliers and other key people to verify all materials, supplies, tools, equipment, and personnel are obtained and/or delivered when necessary. Ensures that all understand performance standards and expectations.
- Ensures that project site and company assets are secure and maintains a safe and respectful working environment at all times by implementing programs for safety and loss prevention, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), risk management, training, and quality control. Implements and facilitates project specific SAP.
- Creates and manages project’s budget and coordinates the Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) development.
- Knows and understands the requirements of owner’s contract, including bonds, fees, notifications, schedules, reporting, and costs.
- Develops and completes monthly Projected Final Cost Report (PFR) and Labor Cost Report (LCR) projections on time.
- Creates Project Incentive Compensation Plan within 30 days of GMP acceptance.
- Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related Engineering field.
- 5 - 10 years of Corrections and/or large project experience, in commercial construction project management.
- Three years or more of direct supervisory experience.
- Experience with project manager software (Constructware, P6, Timberline, etc.).
- Experience with cost projection, financial analysis, budget reviews, labor reports.
- Experience with JD Edwards or similar construction application(s).
Preferred Requirements
- Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Tier 1 or large general contractor commercial construction candidates are preferred.
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
A Project position in construction demands strong leadership, contract oversight, and financial acumen. Mastery in scheduling, procurement coordination, and safety protocols are essential to drive timely, budget-conscious project delivery while fostering a zero-harm culture onsite.
Navigating Davisboro’s subcontractor landscape requires establishing clear communication channels and understanding regional regulatory nuances. Proactively syncing schedules and maintaining strong supplier relationships help mitigate delays, fostering smoother project execution in this specific Georgia locale.
Experienced Project managers often utilize software like Constructware, Primavera P6, and Timberline to optimize scheduling, budgeting, and reporting. Integrating these tools enhances visibility over milestones, cost projections, and resource allocation, boosting overall operational efficiency.
At Balfour Beatty, the emphasis on zero harm and continuous innovation shapes Project duties by prioritizing stringent safety measures and lean processes. This culture drives managers to implement robust risk management practices while fostering collaboration among diverse teams.
Project roles in Davisboro typically offer competitive compensation around $85,000 to $110,000 annually, reflecting the construction sector’s standards and regional cost of living. Balfour Beatty’s comprehensive benefits package further enhances total remuneration.
Davisboro’s construction scene shows growing demand for local Project talent skilled in large-scale commercial projects. Candidates with hands-on supervisory experience and familiarity with regional permitting processes gain a distinct advantage in this competitive market.
Progressing in Project management hinges on mastering contract administration, financial forecasting, and team leadership. Building expertise in software tools and fostering cross-stakeholder partnerships significantly boosts advancement prospects within construction management.
Balfour Beatty integrates a safety-first philosophy alongside cutting-edge lean methodologies, setting its Project roles apart. Emphasis on quality and community impact provides a unique blend of operational rigor and corporate responsibility uncommon in standard construction firms.
Candidates must excel at managing complex timelines, budgets, and subcontractor coordination while upholding the firm’s zero harm safety culture. Success also depends on proactive communication and aligning project goals with company values and client satisfaction.
While both roles engage in project oversight, the Project Manager holds ultimate responsibility for financial outcomes, contract administration, and team leadership. The Assistant supports these efforts, often focusing on daily operational tasks and coordination under close supervision.
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