Specialty Construction Project Manager

About the Role

Join one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses. The Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting-edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the world’s water cleaner. We think big about solving the world’s toughest challenges in failing water, sewer, and industrial infrastructure. At Vortex, you will be part of a culture that prioritizes safety, supports team growth through training and development, and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

The Project Manager leads the successful execution of construction projects from award through completion, overseeing planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, and field execution while serving as the primary liaison between customers, field operations, subcontractors, and company leadership.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

• Manage multiple projects from startup through closeout
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and project logistics
• Monitor project progress and proactively resolve issues impacting schedule or budget
• Review project contracts, plans, specifications, and change orders
• Participate in project meetings, site walks, and customer coordination

Financial & Operational Management

• Monitor project budgets, job costs, forecasting, and profitability
• Review and approve invoices, change orders, and project billing
• Track labor, equipment, and material costs
• Coordinate with Accounting to ensure accurate project reporting and invoicing

Field & Client Support

• Serve as the primary point of contact between field crews, customers, subcontractors, and management
• Provide leadership and support to Superintendents and field personnel
• Conduct jobsite visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety
• Build strong customer relationships and address project issues promptly

Quality, Safety & Reporting

• Promote compliance with company safety policies and OSHA requirements
• Ensure projects meet quality standards and contract specifications
• Review daily reports, timecards, production logs, and project documentation
• Prepare project updates, forecasts, and status reports
• Identify opportunities to improve project performance and operational efficiency

General Responsibilities

• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborate effectively with field and office teams
• Travel to project sites as needed (up to 50%)
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3–5 years of construction project management experience
• Experience with underground utilities, trenchless rehabilitation, or heavy civil construction preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with budgeting, job costing, scheduling, and resource planning
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; NetSuite or project management software experience is a plus
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Safety-focused with experience working in field environments
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Income protection insurance
• Off-the-job accident insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)