Coordinates and documents utility relocation efforts, engaging applicable parties proactively to minimize schedule impacts and meet regulatory and relocation agreement requirements
Ensures compliance with all applicable contractual, regulatory, and organizational requirements, including OSHA, EEO, and site-specific standards
Advises project supervisors and field personnel on contract and subcontract requirements, scope boundaries, and compliance obligations to support consistent and accurate field execution
Organizes, conducts, and represents Milestone Contractors LP at project coordination meetings, ensuring action items and decisions are accurately documented and followed through
Facilitates effective collaboration among owners, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to maintain project alignment and resolve operational challenges proactively
Leads project closeout activities, ensuring all documentation, financial reconciliation, and punch list items are completed in full compliance with contractual requirements
Champions a culture of safety and accountability by enforcing company safety policies and PPE requirements and promoting safe work practices across all project personnel
Performs additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, continuously growing in alignment with the Company's core values, competencies, and skills
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills
Education Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred — Milestone Contractors LP values a combination of education, training, and hands-on experience and will consider equivalent experience in lieu of formal education requirements
Experience Qualification
2+ years of experience as a project manager in the heavy highway construction industry, OR 4+ years of progressive experience as an assistant project manager with increasing responsibilities required
Prior experience in heavy highway construction, including demonstrated knowledge of asphalt paving, bridge construction, or civil earthwork project delivery preferred
Licenses and Certifications
Valid Driver's License and clean driving record required
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
Work is performed in a combination of active construction job sites, field offices, job trailers, and office environments with continuous exposure to heights, moving vehicles, stopped traffic, noise, and varying weather and outdoor conditions
Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions including inclement weather, extreme temperatures, humidity, dust, asphalt, concrete, and dirt
Regular exposure to construction noise including mechanical equipment, heavy machinery, horns, and jackhammers
Fast-paced, high-pressure environments requiring mental dexterity, adaptability, and resilience to manage changing conditions and competing priorities
Position requires a balanced mix of office-based work and travel to job sites within the local territory; occasional out-of-area and overnight travel may be required
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle to travel between project sites, meetings, and work locations
Routine movement around job sites, including walking, standing, bending, climbing, and navigating uneven terrain and active construction environments
Skills and Abilities
Applied knowledge of construction project management, contract administration, scheduling, cost control, and safety practices applicable to heavy civil and highway construction projects
Demonstrated skill in applying project management tools, systems, and methodologies , including scheduling software, cost tracking systems, and construction management platforms
Applied knowledge of construction contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, plans, and specifications, with the ability to interpret and administer contractual requirements accurately and communicate obligations clearly to field and project teams
Ability to manage multiple project workstreams simultaneously, solve problems independently, and collaborate effectively with owners, subcontractors, suppliers, field personnel, and internal operations leadership
Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders, and to represent Milestone Contractors LP professionally in owner and partner meetings
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate project status, contractual requirements, and operational direction clearly to diverse audiences including field teams, subcontractors, and owner representatives
About Milestone Contractors
Milestone Contractors is a privately held, family-owned business headquartered in Indianapolis. Milestone Contractors is a fully integrated heavy construction company specializing in highway, bridge, asphalt and concrete paving and site development. Over its 30-year history, Milestone has built a reputation for prioritizing safety, quality, people and innovation. Milestone Contractors is a part of The Heritage Group's family of companies. Learn more at https://www.milestonelp.com/
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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