Project Manager (Ottoville, OH)

RoadSafe Traffic Systems ('RoadSafe') is the largest provider of traffic control and pavement marking services in the United States. Our national network of 50 branches supports government, private, special event, utility and railroad projects in over 40 states. Expert knowledge of traffic control and roadway striping coupled with a unique ability to quickly mobilize our extensive fleet, state-of-the art equipment and trained technicians allows RoadSafe to safely provide quality, value, and peace of mind to our customers nationwide. RoadSafe enjoys exclusive contract agreements with some of the United States' biggest industrial companies and contractors. Known for our sophistication and professionalism, RoadSafe is called upon to handle the biggest and best projects in our industry.

At RoadSafe, we offer a competitive pay, growth potential and an excellent benefits package for those who qualify including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plans. RoadSafe recognizes and values diversity.

Position Summary: Responsible for overseeing and managing Pavement Marking on roadway projects. Insure that all crews and management associates are following corporate safety policies at all times. Duties include managing employees, managing critical path for all road projects, P&L responsibility for bringing projects in under budget. Will also prioritize all project related items and communicate with internal peers and external customers on issues and progress of projects. Responsible for contract production for pavement markings/traffic control and customer contact and relations. Will coordinate activities with estimating department with respect to capacity, critical path issues, and production plan.

Essential Functions and Duties:

• Execute all projects safely.
• Execute all projects in conformance with the scope of the contract (with QUALITY, to level of the plans and specs in the most cost effective way)
• Coordinates all outside labor needs.
• Manages the enterprise; projects from start to finish including permits, all plan drawing/design
• Develop employee schedules, manage personnel on projects, making sure times are recorded and reported on time.
• Delivering the project on time, within budget, and optimizing cash
• Managing Variances to the Time and Cost Plans
• Managing project risk issues
• Manage branch operations including equipment needs and all DOT compliance.
• Involved in the decision making process to hire or terminate employees, or the suggestions and recommendations as to hiring, termination, advancement, promotion, or any other change that affects an employee's status/title.
• Runs branch in regards to everything except financials.
• Mentoring other project personnel to help improve skills
• Equipping the team with the resources it needs to execute the scope of their needs
• Managing communications (reports, directions, etc.)
• Direct contact with all customers and provides solutions to solving customers problems.
• Documenting project status periodically and in final close-out report
• Providing regular and accurate forecasts of revenue, margin, cost and completion milestones

Key Leadership Competencies

• Leads by example in terms of a strong focus on safety, business ethics, work habits and life balance. Understands the importance of a safety culture in a construction environment.
• Good communicator; respects subordinates, vendors and customers and earns their respect in return
• Ability to communicate in District level discussions.
• Lead in environment marked by acute uncertainty
• Candid team builder/player
• Understands the accountability that is integral to the position; focused on maximizing profit and cash flow
• Ability to interact with customers and agencies regarding scheduling, disputes, changes in scope of work etc.
  
  Education, Experience and Skills Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• 5 years of management experience and/or Traffic Control background.
• Understanding of the financial aspects of job costing and "bid to actual results" including variance analysis
• Ability to schedule resources to maximize efficiencies
• Ability to assist with projecting revenue and costs based on backlog and bid pipeline
• Knowledgeable in branch specific Lines of Business; experience with unions and labor relations, where applicable
• Understanding of the various equipment utilized within the scope of the operation
• Experience in planning and resource allocation for both people and equipment.
• Must be computer literate and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, i.e. Excel, Outlook, Word, etc. with ability to learn ERP system.
• Must have excellent customer service and written/verbal communication skills.
• Industry involvement through trade associations, coalitions with state DOT, or similar is desired.
• Must have a good driving record and able to pass a background check and drug test.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

This position is currently accepting applications.