Sitework Project Manager

About the Role

You will take full operational leadership over complex sitework and civil infrastructure projects across Lancaster and Central Pennsylvania. This position empowers you to manage high-visibility municipal, public works, and commercial projects from initial award through final site closeout. You will join a growing specialty contracting division backed by an established, family-oriented company that values precision, ownership, and quality execution.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of sitework execution including mobilization, earthwork, underground utilities, paving, drainage, and recreational site installations.
• Develop and maintain accurate project schedules using Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project to mitigate field delays proactively.
• Control project financial performance by managing budgets, tracking costs, and generating detailed monthly cost projections for company leadership.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for general contractors, municipal authorities, school districts, and project engineers.
• Oversee public-sector contract requirements, ensuring full compliance with prevailing wage, certified payroll, and MBE/DBE/WBE standards.
• Ensure all utility notifications via PA One Call, E&S controls, NPDES compliance, and municipal permits remain current throughout construction.
• Enforce strict site safety plans and OSHA compliance standards in close coordination with field superintendents and trade subcontractors.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in sitework, civil construction, or site utility infrastructure.
• Proven track record of managing public-sector or municipal construction projects, including certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Procore or Viewpoint along with scheduling tools like MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Deep technical understanding of earthwork, grading, underground utilities, paving, and drainage systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple simultaneous job site scopes across varying construction phases.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with experience leading OAC progress meetings and interfacing with municipal engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred).
• Direct project experience with parks, playgrounds, sports courts, streetscapes, or recreational infrastructure (preferred).
• Familiarity with PennDOT, PADOT, or Philadelphia Water Department standards and specifications (preferred).
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification (preferred).
• Practical working knowledge of erosion and sediment control (E&S / NPDES) regulations and PA One Call procedures (preferred).

Benefits

• Competitive base salary commensurate with specialized civil sitework experience.
• Provided company vehicle or vehicle allowance program for travel to active job sites.
• Annual performance bonus program tied directly to project execution and profitability results.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• Paid time off (PTO) and company-recognized paid holidays.
• Retirement 401(k) savings plan equipped with company match contributions.
• Collaborative, family-oriented workplace culture with direct access to company ownership.

About Us

Paul Risk Construction is a Lancaster-based specialty contractor with deep expertise in sitework, civil construction, and municipal infrastructure improvement. We partner with general contractors, municipalities, school districts, and public agencies across Central Pennsylvania to deliver complex ground-up and site rehabilitation projects. Our team is dedicated to precision, safety, and reliability while building lasting public assets and community relationships throughout the region.