
Industrial Heavy Civil Construction Leader With 75+ Years of Excellence
Saiia Construction stands as a premier industrial heavy civil contractor specializing in power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper industries. Founded in 1946 as Birmingham Excavating Co. by Sam Saiia, the company has evolved into a major force in industrial construction, now operating as part of MasTec's Clean Energy and Infrastructure segment-a $4 billion annual revenue business unit.
Scale, Resources, and Proven Expertise
Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, Saiia operates across 11 states with an impressive fleet of more than 630 pieces of construction machinery and over 500 dedicated employees. This extensive equipment inventory and multi-state presence enable the company to tackle projects of any scale, from site development and facility maintenance to large-scale industrial construction projects requiring specialized heavy civil expertise.
Clean Energy and Infrastructure Innovation
As part of MasTec's Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group, Saiia contributes to critical infrastructure projects including solar and wind energy plants, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants, and industrial buildings. Employees work on cutting-edge clean energy projects while supporting America's growing renewable energy sector and infrastructure development.
Career Growth and Professional Development
- Diverse career paths across equipment operation, project management, engineering, and safety specialization
- Cross-industry experience spanning power generation, mining, and manufacturing sectors
- Stability and growth from publicly traded company backing and national corporate resources
- Local expertise combined with corporate resources and national presence
- Professional development in the expanding clean energy construction market
Company Culture and Values
Working at Saiia means joining a team that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional excellence. The company maintains its personalized regional contractor culture while offering the resources and stability of a major corporation. Saiia's long-standing reputation in the Southeast construction market, combined with MasTec's national expertise and innovative management techniques, creates an ideal environment for construction professionals seeking meaningful career advancement in industrial and clean energy construction.
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Jobs for Saiia Construction in United States

Sr. Project Manager
Overview
Saiia Construction, a MasTec company, is currently hiring for an experienced Senior Project Manager. The ideal candidate will have 7-10+ years of Project Management experience in Heavy Civil, and preferably experience in CCR (Coal Combustion Residuals) required. This role will be based in Birmingham, AL.
Company Overview
Founded by Sam Saiia as Birmingham Excavating Co. in 1946, the company now known as Saiia is an industrial heavy civil contractor of choice for the power generation, mineral and aggregate mining, and pulp and paper markets. With more than 630 pieces of construction machinery in our fleet, over 500 employees, and experience working in 11 states, we have the resources and knowledge to complete projects of any scale.
MasTec's Clean Energy and Infrastructure Group (CE&I) is a $4 billion annual revenue business unit that provides construction services for industrial facilities; building products manufacturers, power generation facilities, manufacturing plants; solar, wind, and thermal energy plants; buildings, and infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a constant focus on meeting/exceeding client needs and expectations in all aspects of assigned projects.
- Plans, organizes and staffs key field positions working with organizational / division leadership.
- Establishes project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy.
- Initiates and maintains liaison with client, subcontractors and vendors to facilitate construction activities.
- Monitors/controls construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigates potentially serious situations and implements corrective measures.
- Represents Company in meetings, assists in labor negotiations/strategy meetings, etc.
- Manages financial aspects of contracts, (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to project Company's' interest while simultaneously maintaining good relationships with client, subcontractors and vendors.
- Coordinates project activities as assigned. Includes planning and coordinating departmental activities with others, resolving problem areas, ensuring all Company project policies, procedures and standards are maintained throughout the course of a project.
- Maintains liaison with client, subcontractors and vendors to ensure construction activities support project schedule and various client requirements.
- Represents Company at project meetings with client, subcontractors, vendors, etc., as required.
- Interprets project design/drawings for crafts installing materials.
- Coordinates project material deliveries and subcontractor needs as needed.
- Researches and resolves drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interference's, and the like. Prepares and submits field design change requisitions and "as built" drawings, as required.
- Prepares (or directs the preparation of) and disseminates all required documentation records such as status reports, punch lists, describing work items to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, etc.
- May provide supervision and/or technical direction, (i.e., print interpretations, design intent, construction feasibility), to engineers, crafts, and/or superintendent assigned to area of work to ensure work is completed in proper sequence.
- Presents design discrepancies to engineer or engineering management for resolution-prepares documentation (field design change requests, beyond normal scope reports, etc.), as required.
- Performs necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of material.
- Monitors and verifies construction progress to prepare monthly billings based on contractual agreements and amount of work completed.
- Performs additional assignments per Division Manager's request.
Qualifications
- Proficiency with all necessary technological tools, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint , and Outlook with the ability to use other software as necessary.
- Proficiency in Hard Dollar, Bid Build, Heavy Build or similar construction estimating software.
- Proficiency in MS Project, Primavera or similar construction scheduling software.
- Understanding of civil engineering design and construction methods and industry standards.
- Knowledge of mass grading and earthwork, stream restoration and rehabilitation, stormwater management, erosion control, and utility infrastructure requirements.
- Experience with job costing, scheduling and estimating contract changes.
- Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize project performance.
- Meticulous attention to detail, high capacity for multi-tasking, strong work ethic
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before clients, management, subcontractors and vendors of the organization.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Able to effectively organize numerous streams of information.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to meet deadlines.
Educational AND Experience Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management or equivalent related field of study.
- Minimum of 7-10 years previous experience in an equivalent position
What's in it for you: Financial Wellbeing
- Compensation $125k - $175k per year, commensurate with experience.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
Health & Wellness
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
Family & Lifestyle
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
Planning for the Unexpected
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.
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