Heavy Civil/DOT, Project Manager

What You Will Do

• Manage heavy civil construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Oversee projects involving earthwork, excavation, grading, underground utilities, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, waterline installation, and roadway construction.
• Lead project planning, scheduling, and execution in partnership with Superintendents and field teams.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.
• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, and monthly profit projections.
• Maintain accurate cost coding and cost books.
• Identify cost risks early and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit monthly owner pay applications.
• Develop scopes of work and manage subcontract agreements.
• Procure major materials and subcontract services to support project schedules.
• Review and approve subcontractor and vendor invoices.
• Partner closely with Superintendents to coordinate field and office operations.
• Lead project meetings with owners, engineers, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Cover equipment, materials, and subcontractor activities to maintain project progress.
• Identify and price change order opportunities.
• Prepare and negotiate change proposals with owners and engineers.
• Manage project submittals and documentation to support schedule and compliance.
• Serve as the primary liaison with owners, municipalities, DOT representatives, engineers, and inspectors.
• Maintain strong relationships with project stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in heavy civil construction project management.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork operations, underground utilities, and civil infrastructure construction.
• Experience working with municipal, DOT, or public infrastructure projects preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Alignment with KCI GRiT Values.
• Technical Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Construction scheduling software, Experience with HCSS preferred, Vista experience a plus.