Project Manager Civil Earthworks

Job Title: Project Manager – Civil Earthwork
Location: United States
Salary: $90,000–$120,000 annually (DOE)
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in civil earthwork and mass grading to lead and execute high-impact dirt projects across the Western U.S. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly skilled in HCSS (Heavy Bid, Heavy Job), and has a proven ability to manage field teams, budgets, schedules, and subcontractors on large-scale excavation and site prep projects.

This is a boots-on-the-ground leadership role, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and safety in dirt-centered civil scopes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all phases of civil earthwork projects including mass grading, over-excavation, soil remediation, site prep, and utility coordination.

• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules, production goals, and cost tracking using HCSS, Procore, and Excel-based tools.

• Oversee field crews and foremen to ensure adherence to specs, production targets, and safety standards.

• Coordinate with owners, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve issues and maintain project alignment.

• Analyze daily job costs, schedule progress, and field reports to proactively adjust resources and timelines.

• Provide accurate forecasts, change order tracking, and schedule updates to internal teams and clients.

• Attend job walks, pre-construction meetings, and project closeouts; maintain detailed project documentation throughout.

• Enforce quality control measures and strict adherence to environmental, safety, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent field experience).

• 3–5 years of project management experience in civil construction, with a strong focus on earthwork and grading.

• Proficiency in HCSS (Heavy Bid, Heavy Job) required; familiarity with Procore, MS Project, and Bluebeam preferred.

• Solid understanding of soil types, equipment planning, and productivity rates related to excavation, backfill, and compaction.

• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, grading sheets, and geotechnical reports.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

• Willingness to travel to job sites as needed (primarily Western U.S.).

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary of $90,000–$120,000 annually (DOE)

• Performance-based bonuses

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Professional development and advancement opportunities

Compensation:
$90,000-$120,000 per year