SR Project Manager- Heavy Civil/Highway Job Temple area,Texas USA,Management

Overview

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Temple, TX

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Salary

Application Instructions:

Ralph L Wadsworth is looking for a SR Level Project Manager to join their team in Temple, Texas.

About RLW

For over 50 years, Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction has delivered complex infrastructure and heavy civil projects across the Western United States. From transportation and industrial facilities to mission-critical and energy infrastructure, RLW is known for tackling challenging work with precision, grit, and integrity.

We don’t just build projects — we build long-term careers. Our teams take ownership, solve hard problems, and lead from the front.

Why Senior PMs Choose RLW

At RLW, a Senior Project Manager isn’t buried in paperwork — you are the driver of the job.

You will:

Own the P&L

Lead high-impact, technically complex projects

Influence strategy and client relationships

Build and mentor strong field and office teams

Work alongside executives who value decisive leadership

If you thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments and enjoy leading large, complex builds — this is your seat at the table.

The Role

The Senior Project Manager provides overall leadership and direction for large, complex industrial, commercial, or mission-critical projects (airports, data centers, refineries, power plants, etc.). This role carries full responsibility for safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction — from preconstruction through close-out.

What You’ll Own

Lead overall project execution in partnership with the Superintendent

Full P&L responsibility including forecasting, cost control, and profitability

Change order strategy, negotiations, and risk management

CPM schedule oversight and recovery planning

Primary client and stakeholder relationships

Financial reporting and executive updates

Build, mentor, and develop high-performing project teams

Deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget

Position Requirements

5–7+ years of experience managing large, complex civil, industrial, or mission-critical construction projects

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Proven experience owning project financials (P&L, forecasting, cost control)

Strong working knowledge of CPM scheduling and construction contract management

Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage demanding client relationships

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer:
We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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SR Project Manager- Heavy Civil​/Highway

SR Project Manager- Heavy Civil/Highway