Construction Project Manager

Ragnar Benson, a MasTec Company is in search of a Project Manager to support our project in Clay, NY.

Ragnar Benson Construction is a full-service general contractor specializing in commuter rail, intermodal facilities, and ports. With almost 40 years of experience in the railway industry, we offer various delivery models, including general contracting, construction management, preconstruction, and design-build services. In addition, we specialize in constructing intermodal facilities, classification yards, mechanical repair facilities, fueling facilities, automobile marshaling terminals, and mainline capacity improvements. Focusing on innovation, safety, and environmentally-responsible construction, Ragnar Benson delivers quality work and service.

Ragnar Benson is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).

Responsibilities:

Bid Phase

• Understand SOW and bid breakdown to allow for efficient estimation of the project.
• Work with estimating team to identify scopes and determine self-perform vs subcontracted work.
• Provide SOW and bid tab to subcontractors with all required information to allow for competitive bid of non self-perform work.
• Work with vendors to quote all major equipment that will be purchased by RB.
• Review bids and compile bid tab for all scopes and equipment.
• Identify any scope gaps and evaluate risks within bid.
• Review estimate and proposal with management team.

After Award

• Lead safety effort and culture for the project.
• Lead weekly and monthly meetings/reports with client detailing construction progress and status.
• Ensure all required contractual notifications and forms are submitted per contract dates.
• Maintain and update project schedule and budgets.
• Produce accurate billings per the contract terms and dates.

Pre-Construction

• Work with Project Engineer to setup the Project in Procore.
• Develop cadence and lead meetings with client, engineering, subcontractors
• and vendors as required.
  Lead procurement and subcontracting efforts for the project with the support of the Project Engineer.
• Develop and maintain baseline schedule, enter / track budget in accounting system, develop cash flow.
• Work with safety and quality to develop Project/Site Safety Plan and Quality Plan.

Construction

• Ensure accurate tracking of progress and update schedule accordingly.
• Support field Construction Manager as required to allow for efficient execution of the project.
• Complete change orders promptly as they are discovered or occur.

Project Closeout

• Ensure all project documentation and turnover packages are delivered to the customer.

General Business

• Think strategically and collaborate on new ideas that enhance company effectiveness.
• Give feedback on processes and strategies to streamline operations both
• internally within the office and externally in the field execution.
  Lead, promote and comply with all Company safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as required.

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in Construction Management or related major. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 4 years of construction industry experience/knowledge of construction techniques, estimating and construction management.
• Previous experience with heavy industrial mechanical projects.
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical construction. Specifically heavy industrial piping and equipment, and conveyance systems.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience with self-perform and subcontracted work.
• Desire to learn and grow.
• Sound organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Resourceful problem solver.
• Ability to multitask with a diverse workload and operate in a fast paced and ever-changing environment.
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Good communicator.
• Write reports, business correspondence and document project activities.
• Effectively present information and respond to questions from superintendents, clients, customers, top management, and the general public.
• Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, B2W, Viewpoint and Construction Software

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Compensation $120,000-$150,000 / year, commensurate with experience

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation

• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

• Emergency Travel Assistance Program

• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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