Traveling Project Manager - Civil

Base salary: $125K–$165K. Travel throughout New York State and Pennsylvania; frequent travel (typically 50% or more) required.

About the role

We are seeking a Traveling Project Manager – Civil to lead and deliver civil construction projects across multiple regional sites. This role provides on-site project leadership, schedule and budget management, quality assurance, and ensures safe, compliant execution of earthwork, utilities, water systems, and grading scopes.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site project management and leadership for multiple civil construction projects across varying locations
• Develop, maintain, and drive project schedules, milestones, and critical path activities to meet contractual commitments
• Manage project budgets, cost tracking, forecasting, and implement cost-control measures
• Coordinate, supervise, and schedule subcontractors, vendors, and project crews to optimize productivity and resource utilization
• Oversee earthwork operations, grading, utility installations, and water-related construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications
• Ensure quality assurance/quality control processes are followed and perform periodic inspections to verify construction conformance
• Enforce and promote strict adherence to safety policies, site-specific safety plans, and regulatory requirements
• Serve as primary client/stakeholder liaison, providing regular progress updates, managing expectations, and resolving issues quickly
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including daily reports, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and as-built records
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and lead change management efforts to minimize impacts to schedule and budget
• Plan and manage logistics for travel, site mobilization, equipment, and material deliveries
• Mentor and develop junior field staff and encourage a collaborative, solutions-focused team environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years of progressive project management experience in civil construction with demonstrated success managing earthwork, utilities, water, and grading scopes
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and frequent travel with flexible availability to be on-site as needed
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, reading plans/specifications, construction QA/QC, and permitting requirements
• Experience with project scheduling and cost-control tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Procore, or similar)
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills with experience coordinating subcontractors and interdisciplinary teams
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or equivalent is a plus
• OSHA 10 or 30-hour safety certification preferred
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel and work extended hours on-site; must be able to pass background check and drug screening if required
• Problem-solving mindset with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa

Benefits

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401(K)
• Bonus