Construction Project Manager​/Sr Project Manager

Dan Cristiani Excavating is a leading contractor with over 55 years of experience providing utility construction and excavation services throughout the Midwest. Our diverse group of related companies is licensed to perform work across multiple counties and specializes in earthmoving, land clearing, demolition, stormwater drainage systems, water lines, sanitary sewer lines, and stormwater retention projects.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual for our Project Manager/Sr Project Manager position. The ideal candidate will be a positive, self-motivated professional with the ability to multitask and effectively manage responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

• Be responsible for overall project performance including cost, schedule, quality, safety, and client satisfaction.
• Monitor and maintain project schedules, proactively addressing delays, conflicts, risks, and operational challenges.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor construction progress, quality control, safety, and adherence to project plans and specifications.
• Manage project budgets, track expenses, prepare financial reporting and forecasting, and identify cost-saving opportunities to optimize project profitability.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, permits, inspections, and industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop cost-effective project plans and schedules while coordinating manpower, equipment, subcontractors, and material needs to support operational efficiency.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, schedules, and communication with clients, field personnel, vendors, subcontractors, and leadership.
• Work with superintendents and field personnel to review daily job reports, identify site-specific safety concerns, and support project execution.
• Read and interpret civil plans, perform quantity take-offs, request and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes, and assist with estimating and bid preparation.
• Work within tight deadlines to prepare bids, evaluate project feasibility, and support operational decision-making.
• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, direction, and support to field crews and team members assigned to projects.
• Hold crews and team members accountable for safety, quality, productivity, workmanship, and adherence to company expectations and project requirements.
• Serve as a point of contact between field personnel, superintendents, project management, office staff, vendors, and clients to maintain effective communication and workflow.

• Strong understanding of project management, estimating, construction operations, and related job responsibilities.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Procore, and other industry‑related software.
• Knowledge of project budgeting, financial reporting, and job cost accounting.
• 3+ years of estimating, project management, construction operations, or related experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to read and interpret civil construction plans, specifications, and project documents.
• Ability to effectively lead field crews, coordinate operations, and maintain productive working relationships with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and team members.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass drug and alcohol screenings as required by Company policy and, if applicable, DOT regulations.

• Ability to lift over 50lbs
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job, such as prolonged physical exertion, and may require prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and working in awkward positions, crawling under or climbing on top of equipment.
• Ability to constantly work in an outdoor environment, exposed to all weather elements, including extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust and noisy conditions.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including welding helmet, gloves, safety glasses, and…