Heavy Civil Project Manager
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Project Manager to lead construction projects from preconstruction through completion. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects, with a background in infrastructure-related work.
Experience with transportation/infrastructure projects, pile driving or marine construction, horizontal heavy civil, site development, utilities, earthwork, or similar scopes will be considered.
Responsibilities
- Manage heavy civil construction projects from start to finish
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and costs
- Coordinate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel
- Review plans, specifications, contracts, and project requirements
- Manage project documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and pay applications
- Monitor project progress and ensure work stays on schedule and within budget
- Work closely with superintendents and field crews to coordinate daily operations
- Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
- Ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to contract requirements
- Identify and resolve project issues as they arise
Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects
- Experience with infrastructure-related construction preferred
- Background in transportation, highway/bridge, pile driving/marine, sitework, utilities, earthwork, or other heavy civil construction
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and cost control
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively with field teams
- Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related degree preferred but not required
Benefits
- Base salary (depending on experience)
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off and company holidays
- Company Vehicle/Fuel
- Long-term career growth with a well-established heavy civil/marine contractor
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.
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