Project Manager Civil

Company: Brooks Construction

Location: Enfield, CT (with projects nationwide)

Department: Operations

Reports To: Vice President of Operations or Director of Operations

Brooks Construction, a leading Heavy Civil contractor headquartered in Enfield, Connecticut, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead high-profile, complex heavy civil projects across the United States.

This role is ideal for a driven, detail-oriented leader with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects in renewable energy (solar farms, wind, BESS), highway/bridge, commercial/industrial site development, and hyperscale data centers. The Project Manager will have full responsibility for safety, schedule, budget, quality, client satisfaction, and profitability on projects typically ranging from $20M to $150M .

Project Planning & Execution

• Take ownership of assigned projects from award through close-out and warranty.
• Develop and maintain detailed CPM schedules using Primavera P6.
• Create and execute comprehensive project execution plans, including logistics, phasing, subcontracting strategy, and risk management.
• Manage procurement of major subcontractors, materials, and equipment.

Financial Management

• Full P&L responsibility for assigned projects.
• Produce accurate monthly cost forecasts, cash flow projections, and revenue recognition.
• Negotiate and maximize change orders and claims while protecting the company’s interests.
• Approve subcontractor and supplier invoices and manage payment terms.

Team Leadership & Field Oversight

• Lead project teams consisting of superintendents, field engineers, foremen, and office support staff.
• Mentor and develop assistant project managers and project engineers.
• Coordinate regularly with superintendents to ensure labor productivity, schedule adherence, and quality standards are met.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, designers, and key stakeholders.
• Lead owner progress meetings, resolve issues quickly, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Represent Brooks professionally in design-build, CMAR, and progressive design-build delivery methods.

Safety, Quality & Risk

• Enforce Brooks’ industry-leading safety program with a goal of zero incidents.
• Champion quality control/quality assurance plans and ensure compliance with contract specifications.
• Proactively identify and mitigate project risks (schedule, financial, technical, and legal).
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 7–15 years of progressive heavy civil construction experience.
• Direct, recent experience successfully managing at least two of the following project types to completion: – Utility-scale renewable energy (solar, wind, battery storage) – Highway, bridge, or DOT projects – Large commercial/industrial sitework – Hyperscale data center or mission-critical facilities
• Proven ability to manage projects $20M–$150M from start to finish with strong financial results.
• Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6, HCSS HeavyJob/HeavyBid, Procore, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Ability and willingness to relocate to project sites nationwide when required (typically 12–30 months per assignment) and travel frequently.
  

• PE license or CCM certification
• Experience with alternative delivery methods (Design-Build, CMAR, P3)
• Prior work in multiple geographic regions across the U.S.
  

• Highly competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Lucrative project-based bonus / profit-sharing program
• Company truck or vehicle allowance per diem/living allowance when on remote sites
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid time off, relocation assistance (when applicable), and continuing education support
  

Brooks Construction is a premier Heavy Civil contractor with a growing national footprint. We deliver complex, high-impact projects in renewable energy infrastructure, highway and bridge construction, large-scale site development, and hyperscale data centers. Safety, integrity, and long-term client partnerships are at the core of everything we do.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love solving tough challenges, and want to build America’s critical infrastructure, we want you on the Brooks team.

Apply today and take the next step in your heavy civil career.