Project Manager

As a Project Manager at Baranko Brothers, Inc., you will be responsible for managing multiple construction projects from award through closeout with a focus on contractual compliance, financial performance, scheduling, and client relationships. This position serves as the primary office-based leader for assigned projects, coordinating closely with Project Engineers and General Superintendents to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role provides project leadership and accountability but is not intended to perform day-to-day field supervision or administrative documentation processing (submittals, RFIs, transmittals, compliance logs), which is supported by the Project Engineer. This role reports to the Senior Project Manager and oversees Project Engineers, while coordinating directly with the Project Superintendents.

RESPONSIBLITIES

• Manage multiple projects from contract execution through closeout, ensuring performance is within scope, schedule, and budget through proactive planning, forecasting, and risk mitigation.
• Coordinate with General Superintendents on staffing plans, schedules, equipment needs, and material procurement ensuring compliance with contract requirements, specifications, and owner requests.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, costs, and resources to identify risks, potential delays, and exposure to liquidated damage, coordinating corrective actions with field teams.
• Manage project claims prevention and dispute resolution through contract documentation and negotiation strategy.
• Escalate major claim exposure or legal risk to Senior Project Manager.
• Lead project kickoff, preconstruction planning, and ongoing status meetings while serving as the primary point of contact for owners, engineers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to ensure consistent communication and execution strategies.
• Lead Request for Information (RFI) and change order management while overseeing project financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, billing, contract reviews, subcontract negotiations, and procurement strategies.
• Lead subcontractor buyout and procurement strategy including bid solicitation, scope review, negotiations, and purchase orders.
• Prepare and manage monthly Work in Process (WIP) forecasts, cost-to-complete projections, and billing estimates in coordination with Project Superintendent and Finance.
• Provide oversight and direction to Project Engineers for document control execution.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and development support to Project Engineers and project teams.
• Utilize Core Values to guide peer recognition and to respectfully address performance concerns at all levels, encouraging accountability both up and down the chain of command.
• Promote a positive working environment through recognition, support, and clear communication while collaborating effectively with the team.

REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years' Construction Project Management experience required. Preferred in the heavy civil/earthwork sector.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Preferred experience in HCSS Software (HeavyBid, HeavyJob, Plans).
• Willing to work in an office setting with weekly visits to job sites.
• Possess a valid driver's license and are insurable.
• Must pass a pre-employment urine drug test and comply with drug and alcohol policies during employment

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to review, interpret, and coordinate plans and specifications.
• Ability to make sudden decisions that could affect the overall project status.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently and in a team environment.
• Promote positive working relationships

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Vehicle
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Match
• Generous Years of Service Awards
• Flexible in-Office Schedule Available
• Referral Bonus up to $2500

Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Dickinson, North Dakota, Baranko Companies is a family-owned organization consisting of multiple business entities, each with their own area of expertise. Baranko Brothers, Inc. performs heavy highway/civil construction, Baranko Environmental, LLC focuses on environmental services and waste disposal management, Baranko Services, LLC provides oilfield swabbing services, and Center Coal Company is a stoker and lump coal retailer. Together, they serve a broad range of clients across North Dakota and beyond.