Project Manager

Project Manager I – Bridge Team

Miller Bros. Const., Inc.

I. Summary

Project Manager I supports the planning, execution, financial management, and closeout of bridge and structural construction projects from bidding through final completion. Working with the Group Manager, senior project management staff, and field leadership, the PM1 coordinates project documentation, budgets, schedules, subcontractors, suppliers, and field activities to help ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with contract requirements.

The PM1 may manage smaller projects or assigned portions of larger projects, with oversight appropriate to project complexity and experience. The PM1 reports to the Group Manager and is expected to proactively communicate project risks, cost impacts, schedule concerns, changing conditions, and issues that may create a scope or cost deviation from the original project plan.

II. Essential Functions

Project Coordination & Stakeholder Communication

• Support assigned bridge construction, rehabilitation, and structural projects from preconstruction through final completion.
• Manage smaller projects or defined project scopes under the direction of the Group Manager or designated senior project manager.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders regarding assigned project activities.
• Maintain positive working relationships through responsive communication, accurate documentation, and timely follow-through.
• Participate in project meetings, document decisions and action items, and coordinate follow-up with responsible team members.
• Regularly communicate project status, outstanding needs, risks, and significant issues to project leadership.

Estimating, Preconstruction & Contract Administration

• Assist with quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, and cost estimates using HCSS HeavyBid or other company estimating systems.
• Review plans, specifications, schedules, and bid documents to develop an understanding of project scope, construction requirements, and potential challenges.
• Obtain and organize subcontractor, supplier, material, trucking, and equipment rental quotes; assist in evaluating pricing, scope coverage, exclusions, and delivery requirements.
• Help identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, long-lead materials, and potential cost or schedule impacts for review with project leadership.
• Assist with internal pre-job and owner preconstruction meetings, including preparation of project information, startup documentation, and action items.
• Prepare and maintain subcontracts, purchase orders, RFIs, submittals, change-order documentation, and project correspondence for review and approval.
• Coordinate the submission and tracking of material certifications, shop drawings, concrete mix designs, and other required project submittals.
• Support project closeout, including punch-list tracking, final quantities, required records, and outstanding contract items.

Project Controls & Financial Management

• Assist with establishing and maintaining project budgets, schedules, cost forecasts, and production expectations.
• Track labor, equipment, materials, quantities, and subcontractor costs against the estimate and current project budget.
• Review HCSS HeavyJob, CGC, and field reports for cost, payroll, equipment, quantity, and production accuracy; coordinate corrections with field leadership.
• Assist with monthly ECAC and cost-to-complete forecasts, documenting committed costs, remaining work, and potential changes for review with project leadership.
• Identify cost and production variances and support the development and tracking of corrective actions.
• Prepare supporting documentation and pricing for change orders, additional work, and T&M/force-account activities.
• Assist with progress billings, quantity reconciliation, invoice review, accounts receivable follow-up, and final financial closeout.
• Obtain appropriate review and approval before making commitments affecting project scope, cost, schedule, or contract terms.

Bridge Construction & Field Coordination

• Coordinate daily and upcoming project needs with Superintendents, Foremen, and project leadership.
• Assist with scheduling personnel, equipment, subcontractors, deliveries, materials, and inspections to support planned construction activities.
• Develop familiarity with bridge construction activities such as foundations, substructures, forming, reinforcing steel, concrete placement, structural steel or beam erection, bridge decks, rehabilitation, and related roadway work.
• Review plans, specifications, construction sequencing, and quality requirements with field supervision.
• Support coordination of traffic control, access, temporary works, and environmental requirements as applicable to assigned projects.
• Track material lead times, fabrication status, delivery schedules, and inspection requirements to help prevent delays.
• Perform regular site visits to review progress, quantities, quality, schedule, and upcoming needs with field leadership.
• Elevate field conflicts, design questions, differing conditions, and resource concerns to the appropriate project leader for resolution.

Project Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and current project files, plans, specifications, revisions, correspondence, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and schedules.
• Help ensure field records are complete and timely, including production data, delivery tickets, material receipts, equipment reporting, concrete placement records, and T&M/force-account documentation.
• Assist with tracking installed quantities and reconciling records with field supervision, inspectors, and owner representatives.
• Organize required quality documentation, material certifications, test reports, and inspection records.
• Document project changes, delays, owner requests, and other events that may affect scope, cost, schedule, or contractual obligations.
• Assist with required contract notices and supporting documentation under the direction of project leadership.
• Prepare routine project reports identifying progress, outstanding changes, cost concerns, and upcoming project needs.

Safety & Compliance

• Demonstrate commitment to MBC safety expectations and promote safe work practices across assigned projects.
• Support compliance with applicable OSHA standards, MBC Safety Programs, and owner requirements.
• Work with Safety leadership, Superintendents, and Foremen to reinforce Site Sense talks, pre-task planning, hazard awareness, and safe work practices.
• Incorporate safety considerations into project planning and coordination, including work near traffic, at heights, over or near water, around excavations, and during lifting operations.
• Promptly communicate safety concerns and support corrective actions with field and Safety leadership.
• Assist with tracking applicable environmental, permit, inspection, and project compliance requirements.

III. Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Two or more years of relevant construction experience preferred, including project engineering, field engineering, project coordination, estimating, or assistant project management.
• Bridge, structural concrete, transportation, or related heavy civil construction experience preferred.
• Foundational understanding of construction plans, specifications, quantities, schedules, cost tracking, and project documentation.
• Familiarity with bridge construction methods and materials, or a demonstrated ability and willingness to learn.
• Experience supporting budgets, subcontractors, suppliers, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and billing preferred.
• Familiarity with public owner or DOT specifications, inspection processes, and documentation requirements preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with HCSS HeavyBid/HeavyJob, CGC, or comparable construction systems preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively with office and field personnel.

Working Conditions

• Regular travel to active project sites, owner meetings, and other project-related locations is required.
• Work includes both office responsibilities and exposure to active bridge and heavy civil construction environments.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment and safely navigate active construction sites.
• Early mornings, extended hours, evenings, or weekend work may be required based on project schedules and operational needs.

Skills & Competencies

• Takes ownership of assigned responsibilities and follows through on commitments.
• Recognizes issues early, asks questions, and seeks guidance when decisions exceed assigned authority or experience.
• Demonstrates attention to detail in quantities, costs, documentation, and reporting.
• Communicates clearly and works collaboratively with field personnel, owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and company leadership.
• Organizes work effectively and adapts to changing project conditions and priorities.
• Shows initiative in developing bridge construction knowledge, financial skills, and project management capabilities.
• Maintains a strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and professional conduct.

IV. Environment or Physical Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and safely walk, stand, climb, and move over uneven terrain on active construction sites.
• Ability to work in environments with exposure to dust, noise, moving construction equipment, traffic, and varying weather conditions.
• Site visits may involve stairs, ladders, slopes, and designated access routes around bridge structures, excavations, or waterways, consistent with required training and safety procedures.