Senior Tunnel Project Manager – Microtunneling & Trenchless Construction

Location Portland, OR

Type Direct Hire

Posted Sep 4, 2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tunnel Project Manager to lead complex microtunneling, pipe jacking, trenchless, deep sewer, and large-diameter underground pipeline projects throughout the West Coast.

This position will have overall responsibility for the successful delivery and profitability of major tunneling and underground infrastructure projects ranging from approximately $10 million to $100 million+.

The ideal candidate will have extensive heavy civil project management experience with specific expertise in microtunneling, tunnel boring, pipe jacking, shaft construction, deep excavations, and large-diameter water/wastewater pipelines
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This is a senior leadership position responsible for project financial performance, field execution, contract management, risk, schedule, client relationships, and development of project teams.

• Lead major tunneling and underground infrastructure projects from preconstruction through final completion and closeout.
• Manage projects ranging from approximately $10M to $100M+.
• Provide leadership to project teams of 10+ employees
  , including Project Managers, Project Engineers, Tunnel Superintendents, Tunnel Engineers, and field personnel.
• Manage projects involving:
  • Microtunneling
  • Pipe Jacking
  • Tunnel Boring
  • Utility Tunnels
  • Deep Sewer Pipelines
  • Large-Diameter Pipelines
  • Launch & Receiving Shafts
  • Deep Excavations
  • Trenchless Installations
  • Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
• Take ownership of project budget, revenue, margin, forecasting, cash flow, and overall profitability
  .
• Develop and maintain accurate cost-to-complete forecasts and project financial reports.
• Manage multiple complex projects or major project phases simultaneously.
• Work closely with Tunnel Superintendents and field leadership to develop construction sequencing, manpower plans, equipment requirements, and production goals.
• Monitor tunneling production, labor productivity, equipment utilization, subcontractor performance, and material costs.
• Identify project risks early and develop strategies to protect safety, schedule, budget, and margin.
• Review and negotiate change orders, claims, differing site conditions, and other contractual issues.
• Manage owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, procurement, and major equipment commitments.
• Oversee project schedules and develop recovery plans when necessary.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, municipalities, agencies, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients while identifying opportunities for repeat business and future projects.
• Lead project meetings and communicate project status, risks, financial performance, and schedule to executive leadership.
• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Project Engineers, and other project staff.
• Maintain a strong culture of safety, accountability, quality, and operational excellence.

Candidates should have significant experience with several of the following:

• Pipe Jacking
• Utility Tunnels
• Tunnel Boring Machines
• Jack & Bore
• Deep Excavations
• Shoring Systems
• Large-Diameter Sewer
• Wastewater Infrastructure
• Underground Utilities
• Groundwater / Dewatering
• Slurry Systems

Strong knowledge of tunneling means and methods, production rates, equipment requirements, ground conditions, shaft construction, line and grade, and underground safety is highly desirable.

The Senior Tunnel Project Manager will have direct responsibility for:

• Project Budget Management
• Cost-to-Complete Forecasting
• Revenue & Margin Forecasting
• Cash Flow
• Job Cost Management
• Labor & Equipment Productivity
• Change Order Management
• Claims Management
• Contract Administration
• Procurement
• Subcontractor Management
• Schedule…