Project Manager (Transportation)

What we are looking for:
Aldridge is seeking a Project Manager to join our dynamic and energetic Transportation team supporting work in Des Plaines IL. This role will work collaboratively with the project team to ensure that a quality project is produced safely on time and within budget.

What youll do:

• Champion a strong safety culture on assigned projects through proactive leadership and vigilance in identifying and addressing potential safety issues.
• Provide ongoing mentorship and training to direct reports.
• Host regular performance conversations to set goals provide feedback and support the development of direct reports.
• Using Aldridges standard processes and guidelines manage all facets of assigned projects or assigned project scopes including safety planning scheduling financials and project execution.
• Monitor project health using Aldridges project management tools.
• Enact change when required.
• Manage projects in accordance with Aldridges contract with the customer.
• Own the financial tracking and reporting of assigned projects or assigned project scopes.
• Monitor billings and cash flow to ensure a positive cash position on all projects.
• Proactively manage subcontractors and vendors including safety work planning scheduling and payments.
• Act as a point of contact for communication with the customer on the project. Timely address customer concerns while protecting Aldridge.
• Ensure there is a plan to meet all contractual requirements for assigned projects.
• Cultivate strong working relationships and promote effective teamwork amongst Aldridge and our partners.
• Regularly visit the project site to aid in planning progress monitoring and internal/external relationship development.
• Maintain accurate current and complete records for all assigned projects.

Who you are:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Construction Management Business Management or other construction-related major or equivalent construction or trade background
• 5 years of relevant work experience
• Aptitude to anticipate problems critical issues and opportunities and creatively problem solve to formulate viable solutions
• Ability to travel to job sites as required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excels at time management and prioritization consistently meeting deadlines
• Adaptable and willing to embrace new challenges
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace preferred

Who we are:
At Aldridge we invite you to be a part of our dynamic team where your skills are not only valued but crucial to our success. As we pursue our vision to be the First Choice for Energy and Transportation infrastructure projects we welcome fresh perspectives and prioritize teamwork to drive our industry-leading safety innovation and execution.

Our culture is rooted in family-centeredness with third-generation leadership guiding our unwavering spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship. With over 2000 industry experts dedicated to our vision we actively contribute to and uplift the communities impacted by our infrastructure projects and our Aldridge family.

Built on collaboration and a commitment to mental wellness our core values create an unparalleled sense of unity and camaraderie within our organization. Through team-building events open-door policies and visible executive presence we foster an environment where everyone can thrive innovate and make a meaningful difference. Join us in building the infrastructure that keeps the world moving and connected become a part of the A-team to start building and strengthening your career today!

What we offer:
The annual base pay for this role is between $85000 - $150000. The actual pay is dependent upon many factors including: location work experience education training transferable skills business needs and market conditions. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. The role may also be eligible for a bonus. Aldridge provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Wellness Incentive Programs
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Legal Assistance
• Identity Protection
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

This job-specific task list covers only the most important job duties. Employees assigned to this position title will also perform other occasional work assignments not mentioned above including temporary assignments training assignments and other related duties. Aldridge is an EEO Employer and will recruit hire train and promote people in all job classifications without regard to race color national origin age religion disability status gender sexual orientation gender identity genetic information veteran status marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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