Position Overview
A growing heavy civil contractor is seeking a Project Manager to oversee bridge and heavy civil construction projects from planning through completion. This role is responsible for project delivery, financial performance, scheduling, safety, and client relationships, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage overall project execution, budgets, schedules, and profitability.
- Coordinate field operations with superintendents, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Oversee procurement, subcontractor buyout, change orders, billing, and cost forecasting.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and project specifications.
- Lead project meetings and maintain strong relationships with clients, engineers, and stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve project risks, delays, and cost issues.
- Manage project documentation, permits, and closeout activities.
- Mentor and develop project engineers and assistant project managers.
Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
- Experience in heavy civil construction, ideally involving bridges, transportation infrastructure, or utilities.
- Background in project engineering, assistant project management, superintendent, or project management.
- Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and contract administration.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management software.
- Valid driver's license and a strong commitment to jobsite safety.
