Project Manager

About Hensel Phelps

At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence. As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Compensation Data (Washington Only)

Base: $108,600 - $114,000 (depending on experience)

COLA: $19,200

Car: $16,200

Phone: $900

Total comp: $144,900 - $150,000

Job Description

The Project Manager (PM) is the company's “management representative” to the various stakeholders on the project (e.g., owner, design team, trade partner management, AHJs, etc.) and is responsible for the safe completion of their projects within budget, on schedule, to the company's quality standards and to the customer's satisfaction. The PM has the authority to take the required actions to achieve these objectives, and to ensure all project activities are consistent with contract documents and the company’s policies. The PM and PS work as a complementary team to plan and build the project. The PM's first responsibility is to support the effectiveness of the PS and the project staff. Generally, the PM will concentrate on long-term planning, scheduling and the identification and resolution of possible “roadblocks” and “pitfalls” which could have an impact on the project. The PM is responsible for ensuring that all logistical support is completed in a timely manner so that the PS can concentrate on the daily and weekly direction of the company's resources and coordination of trade partners.

Key Responsibilities

• The primary responsibility for job safety rests with the PS, but it is the PM's responsibility to: Ensure safety is properly incorporated into job planning and execution

• Promote accountability among staff members and trade partners as it relates to the project safety policies

• Enforce these policies by actively participating in all safety-related functions

• The PM manages pre-job planning activities and coordinates the mobilization effort and start-up activities

• This includes personnel planning, the project schedule, procurement of trade partners and vendors, deployment of technology and similar activities as defined in the Book of 14

• Job purchasing and contracting is the responsibility of the project manager and is performed in collaboration with the Estimating department and project team

• The PM is the primary company representative at the project site and point of contact for the owner

• The PM will maintain open communications with all project stakeholders and work to resolve issues in a collaborative and efficient manner

• Project costs and schedule progress are carefully monitored by the PM

• Frequent reviews of job reports are used in the preparation of the monthly margin analysis

• The PM must carefully analyze cost and schedule metrics and initiate course corrections, as appropriate

• The PM supports the PS in the execution of the project quality control plan

• The PM must ensure a QC plan is set up for the project and that a qualified commissioning team is created to support commissioning efforts

• Establish the project quality expectations during the purchasing meeting and then follow up throughout the QC process

• The PM is responsible for trade partner management and issue resolution

• The PM should look for opportunities to support the project schedule and ensure trade partner success

• Mentor, train and develop salary personnel in all aspects of their careers

• Provide timely feedback and ensure that employees participate in the performance review process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field with a minimum of five to ten years commercial design-build project management or construction management experience

• Must have a valid Driver’s License

• Solid problem-solving skills

• Exhibits consistent and competent judgement

• Ability to work independently and with other team members

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

• High attention to detail while working under deadlines and managing multiple priorities

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office skills, Primavera P6 or Asta, Prolog and Bluebeam

• Must possess the ability to strategically allocate resources and effectively manage assets

• Proven management capabilities having demonstrated the ability to delegate tasks and motivate direct reports

• Preferred Qualifications: OSHA 10 and/or OSHA 30

Physical Requirements

Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

• The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.

• Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.

• Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.

• The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.

• Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.

• The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.

• Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.

• Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.

• Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.

• Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.

• Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.

• Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures

• Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or similar field with a minimum of five to ten years commercial design-build project management or construction management experience.

Benefits

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity employer. Hensel Phelps is committed to engaging in affirmative action to increase employment opportunities for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)