Job Description
Heavy Civil Project Manager
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex civil construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in heavy civil, utility, or large site development work, along with the leadership and technical skills needed to manage personnel, budgets, schedules, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all phases of project management from pre-construction through closeout.
Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, cost controls, and progress tracking.
Coordinate closely with Superintendents, Engineers, Estimators, and field teams to ensure safe and efficient execution.
Review and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and submittals to ensure compliance and constructability.
Manage subcontractor procurement, contract negotiations, and ongoing vendor relationships.
Prepare RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and other project documentation.
Monitor project performance, production rates, and financial metrics to ensure profitability and schedule adherence.
Conduct regular site visits to review progress, safety, quality, and adherence to project plans.
Lead progress meetings with owners, DOT representatives, municipalities, consultants, and other stakeholders.
Solve field challenges through effective communication, planning, and resource coordination.
Ensure compliance with company safety standards and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
5-10 years of proven project management experience in heavy civil construction.
Strong background in Road/Bridge, utilities, or earthwork projects.
Ability to read and interpret civil plans, specifications, geotechnical reports, and contracts.
Proficiency with project management and scheduling software preferred (P6, MS Project, HCSS, Procore, etc.).
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and cost controls.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred, but equivalent experience will be considered.
Apply now for the next step in your Heavy Civil Project Manager Career!
For additional information on this opportunity, please contact James directly at . Resumes may be confidentially sent to
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.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, For subcontractor