Heavy Civil Project Manager (Grading & Site Development)

About the role

Blakemore Construction is currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee and manage multiple grading crews involved in highway, street, and parking lot construction projects. This position is responsible for coordinating subcontractors, managing project schedules and budgets, ensuring quality and safety standards are met, and maintaining efficient project operations from start to completion. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential to successfully manage multiple projects while delivering high-quality results.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and leads multiple grading crews to ensure safe, efficient, and quality operations.
• Implements construction plans and specifications to ensure all work is performed in accordance with project requirements.
• Coordinates daily operations with subcontractors, suppliers, owners, inspectors, and internal project teams.
• Visits project sites regularly to monitor job progress, quality of work, safety compliance, productivity, and schedule performance.
• Reviews and adjusts project schedules, manpower, equipment, and material resources to maximize efficiency and meet project deadlines.
• Manages project contracts, specifications, change orders, and related documentation while maintaining accurate project records.
• Assists in preparing and managing project budgets, cost tracking, invoicing, and documentation for completed work.
• Identifies and resolves project issues while maintaining strong communication with clients, field personnel, and company management.
• Ensures equipment is maintained and operating efficiently in coordination with the maintenance department.
• Ensures all work is performed in compliance with company policies, OSHA regulations, and applicable safety standards.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of grading or heavy civil construction experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory or project management role.
• Strong knowledge of highway, roadway, site development, and grading construction practices.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and contract administration.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and other standard construction management software.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Must successfully complete and maintain all required company, client, state, and federal training, certifications, licenses, and qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment (post-offer) drug screening and motor vehicle records check.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and navigate active construction sites throughout the workday. Ability to safely traverse uneven terrain and work around heavy equipment and ongoing construction operations. Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, dust, and noise. Ability to sit, drive, and use a computer for extended periods while performing office and project management duties.

Travel Requirements

Regular travel between multiple project sites, meetings, and company locations is required.

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year. Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, company truck, dental insurance, disability insurance, health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, and vision insurance.