Job Description

The Middlesex Corporation is a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in the heavy civil construction industry. Since 1972, the family business founded by Robert W. Pereira has developed an extensive client and project list through its consistent efforts to safely build America’s infrastructure. The Middlesex Corporation specializes in building and reconstructing highways, bridges, marine, rail, and transit facilities through its collaborative team approach and focus on core values.  In addition, Middlesex Asphalt in Central Florida is one of the largest and most productive asphalt plants in the United States with Middlesex Paving earning an equally solid regional presence and reputation. 

Position Summary:

The Change Management Manager for Heavy Civil Construction will be responsible for leading and overseeing the change management processes on large-scale construction projects. This includes managing the identification, assessment, approval, and documentation of changes that affect the project's scope, schedule, cost, and quality. The individual will work closely with project teams, contractors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that changes are effectively managed to minimize disruptions and maintain project timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a change management framework and strategy tailored to the unique needs of heavy civil construction projects.
• Establish processes for identifying, documenting, evaluating, and approving changes to the project scope, design, budget, or schedule.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other teams to identify potential changes, including those driven by client requests, unforeseen site conditions, design modifications, regulatory requirements, or environmental considerations.
• Assess the impact of changes on project timelines, costs, and resources, and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Ensure all changes are documented in accordance with project standards, ensuring clear, accurate, and up-to-date records.
• Prepare and present change management reports to senior management, stakeholders, and clients, highlighting the impact of changes on project performance.
• Work with the project control and finance teams to assess the financial impact of proposed changes and ensure that the project remains within budget.
• Approve and monitor the cost-related aspects of change orders, ensuring proper cost control measures are in place.
• Communicate regularly with internal teams, contractors, and clients regarding the status of change requests and any potential issues.
• Facilitate discussions between stakeholders to resolve conflicts or discrepancies related to proposed changes.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with changes in the project scope, schedule, or cost.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to minimize negative impacts on the project.
• Ensure that changes are in compliance with contractual agreements, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
• Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure that changes do not negatively affect the overall quality of the project.
• Continuously review and improve change management processes, procedures, and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in change management within the heavy civil construction sector.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in change management, project management, or construction management in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Proven track record of managing complex change processes on large-scale infrastructure projects, including highways, bridges, tunnels, and utilities.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, contracts, and project delivery systems (e.g., Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, etc.).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Advanced knowledge of project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera, MS Project) and change management tools.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess the impact of changes on project scope, schedule, and budget.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Change Management certification (e.g., Prosci, ACMP)

Necessary Attributes:

• Possess ability to adapt to different personalities and management styles.
• Team player and with good interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with good verbal and written communication skills.
• Reliance on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Dedicated and hard-working.
• Strong leadership qualities.
• Above average organizational skills.

We offer our full-time  and eligible part time team members a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry. Benefits include medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible team members and dependents, employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, top-tier 401k with matching, tuition reimbursement, industry leading referral program, and generous paid time off.  

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