Project Specialist Job Description
The Heavy Highway Project Specialist plays a critical role in the successful planning, coordination, and execution of heavy highway and bridge construction projects. This position involves managing various aspects of project delivery, scheduling, and compliance. The specialist ensures that all project activities align with industry standards, client requirements, and safety regulations, while also working closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to achieve project goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the development of project schedules and budgets.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure smooth workflow.
- Track project costs and expenditures to maintain budgetary controls.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including contracts and permits.
- Provide regular updates on project status, challenges, and solutions to management.
- Enter, update, and verify data into relevant systems and databases with a high degree of accuracy and speed.
- Ensure that all data entries are error-free and comply with company standards and guidelines.
- Perform regular data audits to identify and correct inconsistencies or errors.
- Communicate with team members or other departments to obtain missing information or clarify details.
- Provide regular updates on data entry progress to supervisors or managers.
Qualifications:
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations specific to heavy highway and civil projects.
- Experience in LCAMS and Miss Utility (VA 811) a plus.
- Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite required.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Working Conditions:
- Occasional fieldwork in various construction sites, including exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
- Ability to work extended hours to meet project deadlines.
Curtis Contracting, Inc. (CCI) is a Class “A” contractor prequalified with VDOT and has been in business since 1985. The company is organized into multiple divisions, including Civil, Heavy Highway, Road & Bridge Maintenance, and Federal.
Curtis Contracting, Inc. was founded on the principles of ethics, partnering, quality, integrity, safety, and environmental stewardship. These values continue to guide our leadership team and daily operations. We hope you will consider joining our team.
Curtis Contracting, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Skills Required
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and regulations specific to heavy highway and civil projects.
- Experience in LCAMS and Miss Utility (VA 811).
- Proficiency in project management software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to enter, update, and verify data accurately and perform regular data audits.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and work extended hours when needed.
- Willingness/ability to perform occasional fieldwork at construction sites with exposure to outdoor conditions.
What We Do
Curtis Contracting, Inc. (CCI) is a vertically integrated, heavy civil construction company and material supplier located in the Central Virginia market. It focuses on general contracting for civil, highway/road, bridge, and infrastructure improvements for federal, state, and local jurisdictions. The company operates through multiple divisions, including Building/Federal, Civil, Maintenance, and Asphalt Paving, prioritizing safety, quality, and environmental stewardship in all projects.
