Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Job Title: Project Manager
- Heavy Civil Construction

Location: Hybrid
- Roanoke, Virginia;
Charlotte, NC; or Ohio

Skills: DOT, Heavy Civil, Site work, HCSS, AGTEK, Bluebeam, Civil Construction, TWIC, Roadway, Highway

About the Construction Company /

The Opportunity:

Join a dynamic company in the construction industry delivering heavy civil and site work projects that support essential infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to lead projects from bid preparation through closeout, with a focus on safety, quality, customer service, and profitability. You will collaborate closely with field and project teams to deliver successful outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare project bids by reviewing plans and specifications, completing quantity takeoffs, and coordinating subcontractor and supplier quotes.
• Manage construction projects from award through closeout, including contract documents, project setup, meetings, and schedule updates.
• Monitor field progress, daily reports, costs, and resource plans in coordination with the general superintendent.
• Maintain current project plans and specifications, distribute revisions, and support foremen with subcontractor and supplier coordination.
• Develop pricing for scope changes and document approvals, time impacts, and potential claims.
• Represent the project team in client meetings and conduct site visits as needed.
• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, cost reporting, purchase orders, subcontracts, and timely client invoicing.
• Complete project closeout activities and lead post-project reviews.

Must-Have

Skills:

• 5+ years of heavy civil or site work construction project management experience.
• Experience with roadway, DOT, highway, excavation, utilities, asphalt paving, concrete, or design-build projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or equivalent civil construction experience.
• Knowledge of estimating, quantity takeoffs, project controls, cost reporting, and construction contract administration.
• Ability to manage project finances, including invoicing, accounts payable and receivable, purchase orders, and subcontracts.
• Strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative, self-directed approach and ability to build positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Ability to work approximately 50-55 hours per week, including flexible evening or weekend hours when required.
• Current TWIC card or the ability and background to obtain one.

Nice-to-Have

Skills:

• Experience using HCSS Heavy Job for field reporting and project monitoring.
• Familiarity with AGTEK, Bluebeam, or similar estimating and construction software.
• Experience coordinating with project accountants, senior project managers, preconstruction teams, and general superintendents.
• Background managing subcontractor bonds, contract reviews, change orders, and project claims.