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Project Manager – Public Works / Heavy Civil Construction
A licensed public works construction contractor specializing in municipal and government-funded infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, road and highway improvements, bridges, public facilities, and vertical public-use structures. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee public works projects from bid award through closeout.
Key Responsibilities
Manage public works construction projects including underground utilities, roadway improvements, bridges, highway widening, gymnasiums, and municipal facilities
Lead projects from pre-construction handoff through final closeout
Review plans, specifications, and contract documents for public agency projects
Prepare and manage project budgets, schedules, and cost controls
Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, inspectors, and public agency representatives
Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and progress billing
Support bid turnover, project setup, and preconstruction meetings
Track quantities, production, and cost impacts for scope changes
Ensure compliance with public works requirements, safety standards, and contract specifications
Qualifications
5 years Project Management experience in public works / government construction
Strong background in heavy civil and/or public infrastructure projects
Experience managing change orders, bid items, and contract modifications
Ability to interpret plans, specs, and public agency contracts
Familiarity with public works compliance (prevailing wage, certified payroll coordination, subcontractor documentation)
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Primavera, MS Project, or similar)
Preferred Experience
Underground utilities (water, sewer, storm drain)
Roads, highways, bridges, and transportation projects
Vertical public-use facilities (schools, gyms, municipal buildings)
Experience working directly with cities, counties, DOT, or other public agencies
A licensed public works construction contractor specializing in municipal and government-funded infrastructure projects, including underground utilities, road and highway improvements, bridges, public facilities, and vertical public-use structures. We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee public works projects from bid award through closeout.
Key Responsibilities
Manage public works construction projects including underground utilities, roadway improvements, bridges, highway widening, gymnasiums, and municipal facilities
Lead projects from pre-construction handoff through final closeout
Review plans, specifications, and contract documents for public agency projects
Prepare and manage project budgets, schedules, and cost controls
Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, inspectors, and public agency representatives
Manage change orders, RFIs, submittals, and progress billing
Support bid turnover, project setup, and preconstruction meetings
Track quantities, production, and cost impacts for scope changes
Ensure compliance with public works requirements, safety standards, and contract specifications
Qualifications
5 years Project Management experience in public works / government construction
Strong background in heavy civil and/or public infrastructure projects
Experience managing change orders, bid items, and contract modifications
Ability to interpret plans, specs, and public agency contracts
Familiarity with public works compliance (prevailing wage, certified payroll coordination, subcontractor documentation)
Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Primavera, MS Project, or similar)
Preferred Experience
Underground utilities (water, sewer, storm drain)
Roads, highways, bridges, and transportation projects
Vertical public-use facilities (schools, gyms, municipal buildings)
Experience working directly with cities, counties, DOT, or other public agencies