Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil in Tucson

Date Posted: Friday, August 15, 2025

Job Snapshot

  • Employee Type:
    Permanent
  • Date Posted:
    Friday, August 15, 2025

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

We are a leading heavy civil construction company known for delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget. Our project portfolio includes large-scale public and private works across a wide geographic area. We pride ourselves on safety, innovation, and building lasting partnerships.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager – Heavy Civil to lead and oversee the successful execution of complex heavy civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of direct experience managing projects including (but not limited to) earthwork, underground utilities, site concrete, asphalt paving, and total roadway construction.

This role will be responsible for managing project teams, maintaining client relationships, ensuring financial targets are met, and upholding the highest safety and quality standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Manage all phases of heavy civil construction projects from preconstruction to closeout.

  • Direct project team including superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.

  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and cost control strategies.

  • Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

  • Coordinate with clients, inspectors, and regulatory agencies to ensure successful project delivery.

  • Manage contract negotiations, change orders, and risk mitigation efforts.

  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance feedback to project teams.


Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects.

  • Proven experience in earthwork, utilities, site concrete, asphalt paving, and full roadway construction.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

  • Strong understanding of civil construction methods, materials, and equipment.

  • Proficient in project management software (e.g., Procore, HCSS HeavyJob, Primavera P6, MS Project) is preferred.

  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.


What We Offer

  • Competitive Salary

  • Annual Performance-Based Bonuses

  • Low-Cost, Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.)

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Relocation Assistance

  • Incentive and Perk Programs (employee wellness, continuing education, buy your boots, recognition programs)

Contact mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com with your resume/project list for more information regarding this opportunity 

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.