Senior Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction
About the Opportunity
Our client is a well-established heavy civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects throughout the region. Due to continued growth and a healthy backlog of work, they are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex civil construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven leader looking to join a stable company that values its employees and offers long-term career growth.
Position Overview
The Senior Project Manager will oversee all aspects of heavy civil construction projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, client relations, subcontractor coordination, and project execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background managing excavation, grading, underground utilities, roadway, and site development projects while leading multiple teams and maintaining successful client relationships.
Responsibilities
- Manage heavy civil construction projects from award through completion.
- Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and cost control.
- Coordinate field operations with superintendents, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Review plans, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
- Maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, municipalities, and project stakeholders.
- Lead project meetings and provide guidance to project management staff.
- Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
- Mentor and develop project engineers and project managers.
- Identify and resolve project challenges while maintaining profitability and client satisfaction.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of Project Management experience within heavy civil construction.
- Proven experience managing excavation, mass grading, underground utilities, roadway, and site development projects.
- Strong understanding of budgets, scheduling, contract administration, RFIs, submittals, and change management.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Experience working with public works and private infrastructure projects is preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Base Salary
- Full-Time Employment
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off & Vacation
- Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
- Discretionary Bonus Opportunities
- Long-Term Career Growth with a Reputable Heavy Civil Contractor
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator looking to step into a high-impact role with strong compensation, stability, and a consistent pipeline of work. Send resume to mitchell.guerrieri@gogpac.com for more information
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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