Construction Project Manager

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support.

Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing. Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver.

Dolese Delivers:

- Stable Foundation

- Treat with Respect

- Safe Environments

- Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY

The Construction Project Engineer is responsible for planning, managing, and executing all aspects of capital expenditure projects throughout the lifecycle of the project. This position will coordinate between various stakeholders and ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Oversee the field construction of new aggregate plant installations, plant or site improvements, and process improvement projects including but not limited to: Industrial Greenfield and Brownfield Site Development, Plant Expansions and modifications to existing Aggregate Production Plants, Site Design for Offices, Site Entrance, Roadway, Drainage, Rail, Process Water Impoundments, etc.

- Assist with monitoring expenditure, track financial progress, and ensure that all costs remain within the allocated budget

- Coordinate activities between operations, onsite contractors, and sub-contractors in each phase of the project

- Resolve challenges using past experience and offer solutions to keep projects on track

- Provide technical supervision and design expertise around preparing plant pad sites including coordinating surveying, Geotech studies, soil stabilization, foundation design, utilities, grading, site elements, and drainage

- Provide technical supervision of concrete construction, plant erection, power distribution, dust suppression, automation, and plant commissioning

- Implement project safety plans and ensure compliance with MSHA guidelines through use of training, catwalk talks, and communication with Health, Safety and Environmental team members

- Prepare cost and material estimates, schedules, work plans, and daily logs

- Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to optimize financial performance

- Participate in activities such as punch lists, safety reviews, quality reviews, and documentation preparation when necessary

- Organize and participate in various project meetings and conference calls

- Provide progress updates and reports to management and the project team including daily reports, weekly progress reports, and monthly project accounting updates

- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing company procedures, rules, and regulations

- Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study from an accredited university

- At least 8 years of experience in the mining industry or other similar material processing fields required

- Project Management training and PMP certification preferred

- Experience working in the Aggregates Industry with aggregate site construction and processing equipment (i.e. conveyors, screens, crushers, etc.) preferred

- Experience with AggFlow preferred

- Experience with concrete testing, soil compaction, and surveying (Total Station, GPS) preferred

- Experience with entitlements such as Platting, Zoning, and Municipal Permitting preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Established technical knowledge, encompassing construction and engineering processes, procurement, project controls reporting, and contract management

- Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units

- Proficiency in budget management, financial forecasting, and resource allocation

- Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks

- Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements

- Excellent communication and organizational skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

- Ability to implement innovative and effective management strategies to enhance project and employee performance

- Represents the company with a positive attitude internally and externally

- Demonstrates consistent ability to be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough

- Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, MS Project, etc.

- Ability to read and interpret construction contracting/bidding documents, materials, and drawings

- Knowledge of power transmission and distribution systems

- Knowledge of Grading and Drainage Design, SWP3 management, General Civil Site Design, Water and Wastewater Design, Hydrology and Hydraulics Analysis and Design, etc.

- Knowledge of Lean principles and methodologies

- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with good driving record

- Ability to travel up to 60% of the time to various field locations with overnight stays as needed

- Ability to work outside normal business hours if necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

- Lift, push, or pull objects of various dimensions up to 30 lbs. of weight occasionally

- Ability to perform 80% sedentary work and tolerate prolonged standing/sitting/walking

- Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects

- Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel

- Ability to verbally communicate, hear, and see

EEO Statement:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.