Project Manager - Heavy Highway/Roadway Construction
Company Overview:
We are working with a well established construction contractor with a strong civil division and a growing backlog of bridge and infrastructure work. The company has built a strong reputation for delivering complex projects safely, on schedule, and to a high standard of quality.
They are looking to add an experienced project leader who can take ownership of civil and bridge projects, manage resources effectively, and act as a trusted point of contact for owners and project stakeholders.
Position Summary:
Our client is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee bridge and civil construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This role will be responsible for planning, organizing, and managing all project resources, including employees, equipment, materials, subcontractors, schedules, budgets, and client relationships.
This position is best suited for someone who has successfully managed heavy civil, road and/or bridge projects and can lead teams while keeping quality, cost control, schedule, and customer satisfaction at the forefront.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead bridge and civil projects from planning through final closeout
- Manage project resources including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and suppliers
- Serve as the main point of contact for owners, engineers, architects, and key project stakeholders
- Work closely with superintendents, field teams, estimators, and operations leadership
- Develop and maintain project schedules, including baseline schedules and ongoing updates
- Monitor project budgets, job costs, margins, change orders, claims, and overall financial performance
- Review plans, proposals, specifications, contracts, and project requirements
- Support preconstruction efforts including buyout, bid packages, project setup, and early planning
- Coordinate project meetings and ensure clear communication between office and field teams
- Review pay applications, invoices, subcontractor requests, and project documentation
- Partner with safety leadership to promote safe work practices and meet project safety goals
- Monitor quality control and ensure work is completed to contract standards
- Mentor superintendents, project engineers, and project staff as needed
- Drive project closeout activities and ensure all outstanding items are completed in a timely manner
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of supervisory or project management experience in the construction industry
- Strong understanding of civil construction methods, materials, scheduling, estimating, and cost control
- Experience managing craft labor, subcontractors, suppliers, and field leadership teams
- Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, schedules, and project documents
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build positive relationships with owners and internal teams
- Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities across active projects
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think ahead and plan long term
- Experience with public infrastructure work is preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Viewpoint Vista, HCSS, P6, or CAD is a plus
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) or retirement plan options
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Long term opportunity with a stable and respected contractor
- Opportunity to manage complex bridge and civil projects with an established team
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