Project Manager/GPS Tech - Omaha, NE

 

 

Job ID:  500372

 

OMNI Engineering, a CRH company, started its business in 1985 in Omaha, Nebraska.  OMNI is involved in heavy highway construction as well as private and commercial site construction.  Its primary business involves the manufacture and placement of asphalt for roads, city streets and parking lots.  Currently, OMNI Engineering employs around 200 employees and remains a competitive force in the Omaha market.

  

Position Overview

The project manager/GPS Technician will be responsible for oversight of construction projects including coordination with subcontractors and crews, scheduling for the project, equipment, labor, and overhead costs and assisting with estimating/project specifications.  Additionally, this position will be responsible for surveying and GPS needs on all projects.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• GPS equipment set up and operation including setting jobsite grade for machine control grading and paving.
• Read and interpret construction plans/blueprints.  Verify elevations at job site and indicate reference points.
• Travel to potential sites to evaluate existing conditions and meet with site owners and/or owner’s representatives.
• Visit active construction projects to ensure policies and procedures are being followed.
• Bid on a competitive basis and submit quotes to primes.
• Understanding and taking initiative over costs and financials.
• Oversee internal and external schedules to meet project deadlines.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with owner, contractors, and engineers.
• Track and adjust quantities through all phases of each project.
• Prepare estimates, proposals, sealed bids, and subcontracts.
• Generate various reports required by immediate supervisor.
• Effectively manage the needs of the project and the customer in the best possible manner.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

 

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or other related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year experience and/or training in a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of road construction experience preferred.

 

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Regular and consistent attendance is required and must be willing to work evenings and weekends when necessary.  Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.
• Willingness to work independently within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.
• Must display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite