Project Manager - Civil Construction in Chicago

Date Posted: Wednesday, September 3, 2025

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Job Description

Are you a skilled Project Manager with a civil construction background? We’re seeking a motivated professional to lead challenging projects and make a real impact. This role focuses on mass excavation, dirt work, and demolition, managing projects from start to finish while driving efficiency, performance, and profitability.

What You’ll Do:

  • Lead civil projects from planning through completion, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  • Plan, schedule, organize, assign, and control all activities, directly or through team members.

  • Develop and mentor your team through goal-setting and professional growth opportunities.

  • Manage client relationships and correspondence with clear, professional communication.

  • Track key project metrics, including costs, schedules, resource allocation, billing, and profitability.

  • Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, installation techniques, and safety standards.

  • Collaborate with estimating, operations, and permit teams to structure project plans efficiently.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Civil construction experience with mass excavation, dirt work, and demolition projects.

  • Proven experience managing complex projects from start to finish.

  • Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Exceptional communication skills for client and team interactions.

  • Ability to monitor and optimize financial performance, schedules, and resources.

Why Join Us:

  • Lead high-impact civil projects with real visibility and responsibility.

  • Work with a collaborative, growth-focused team.

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.

  • Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Take your career to the next level and help us continue delivering excellence on every project.

Apply today and join a team that values your expertise and leadership!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.