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WHY JOIN BALLARD MARINE CONSTRUCTION?

Ballard Marine Construction is a specialty marine and underwater contractor based in Washougal, WA, with regional offices and projects throughout North America.

Why join Ballard? It’s simple. You get to work on amazing technical projects with like-minded team members. The Ballard culture is second to none, and because of that we are incredibly protective and particular about who we invite onto the team. We have a unique culture of true excellence; we hold each other accountable from our newest interns and engineers to our most senior leaders. You will always go to work knowing that everyone you are working with cares as much as you do and is working hard to reach common goals. You will get out of it what you put into it. Ballard is an amazing place to work and if what we’ve said resonates with you, you just might be right for us!

Job Summary:

This position will be strategically positioned to positively influence the Western Region’s growth by leading as a Project Manager while contributing to the organization’s profitability through estimating activities. While onsite, they will be responsible for coordinating all site construction activities and supervising all subcontract personnel, from project kick-off to final completion. They will be empowered to guide site leaders in construction issue resolution, changes in scope, and oversee all activities related to executing contracts all while maintaining an excellent safety policy. Through estimating activities, this person will collaborate with Regional Operations and the Chief Estimator to contribute to the competitive pricing efforts that enhance Ballard’s client base. This individual will get the chance to work closely with clients, engineers, and general contractors to provide value engineering solutions across heavy civil, marine, and underwater disciplines.

This position will travel up to 75% and when not traveling will be based out of one of our regional offices.

Ideal Candidate:

Core Attributes:

• Grit and Resiliency - We dig deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. We never give up. We take on challenges that nobody else can or will.
• Comradery and Inspirational - We are a hard-working team of like-minded individuals working toward a common goal. We regularly celebrate wins and like to have fun whether at work or at play. We come together each day looking for ways to instill life and energy into the world around us.
• Driven and Competitive - We love competition. We love to win and love to learn when we lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. We are obsessed with doing our best and we do what it takes to win.
• Trustworthy and Respectful - We are passionate about honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. We value constructive conflict and ensure that even in conflict we treat others with respect.
• Ownership and Accountability - When something goes wrong, we first “look in the mirror” before we “look out the window.” We ask, “what could I have done differently?” and then we share lessons learned. Regularly challenging ourselves and those around us to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree Construction Management, Construction Engineering Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Experience:

• 10+ years’ experience in heavy civil, mechanical, marine, or underwater construction industries.
• Experience in and advanced knowledge of construction contracts, including general and special terms and conditions.
• Proven results in claims management and dispute resolution.
• Experience with Design-Build, EPC, ECI, CMAR, and other alternate procurement.
• Must have experience with change order recognition and management.

Skills:

• Ability to foster relationships with employees at all levels within the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple small projects concurrently from a regional office, or one single larger project as the on-site Project Manager.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet established goals and objectives, often under tight deadline situations, in a dynamic fast-paced work environment.
• Proficient in a variety of software including CAD, Blue Beam, HCSS HeavyBid, MS Project or P6, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Capable of leading and contributing to opportunity pursuits.
• Must be able to develop the right internal team to provide relevant technical solutions to our clients.
• Formulation of technical proposals, including technical means and methods, schedules, and pricing.
• Advanced construction software operating capabilities.
• Excellent technical writing and verbal skills.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluates specifications to plan procedures, starting and completion times, submittal requirements, and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
• Assists with Estimating and formulating project estimates/proposals to ensure a quality, accurate and timely submission. This includes working closely with the current team of estimators at both the home office and divisions, marketing and proposal personnel, and PMs to provide turnkey responses to RFPs.
• Drafts contracts and obtains permits and licenses.
• Identifies project risks and makes recommendations for mitigation measures.
• Controls project costs by approving expenditures, administering subcontractor contracts, pre-construction activities, and project turnover.
• Confers with engineering personnel to control project plans by reviewing design, specifications, and plan and schedule changes.
• Directs supervisory personnel and subcontractors engaged in planning and executing work procedures, coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays, and improving construction methods.
• Mentor and train junior estimators, project engineers and superintendents on Project Controls Best Practices
• Investigates problems and/or reported incidents; identifies and recommends solutions/alternatives as appropriate.
• Inspects work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications and adherence to construction schedules.
• Uses appropriate verification techniques to manage project scope, schedule, and cost changes.
• Maintains and measures project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities, and resolving problems.
• Performs site visits, pre-construction activities, and project turnover.
• Participates in high-risk job oversight protocols. Perform material take-offs, organize pre-bid data, research past costs, and develop construction sequence.
• Work with Major Projects Group to develop, implement, train, and audit company policies.
• Responsible for overseeing the work of field engineers, project engineers, general foreman and superintendents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands / Working Environment:

• Working outdoors in various temperatures and conditions.
• Wears various PPE (respirators, fall protection, etc.).
• Will travel on various land, water, and aircraft.
• Lifting, climbing, pulling, pushing, squatting for various periods of time.
• Prolonged periods of time sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to travel up to 75% of the year.

Benefits:

Ballard offers a comprehensive benefits package and provides a culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, PTO, 401K Plan with employer match, paid holidays, and so much more!!

EEO Statement:

Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. A reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.