What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer-Heavy Civil Construction position at Kimmel & Associates?
About the Company
The company is a respected heavy civil construction firm delivering complex infrastructure projects throughout the greater Sacramento area. With a strong reputation for quality, safety, and long-term client partnerships, they play a critical role in improving and modernizing regional infrastructure.
This is an opportunity to join a company known for operational excellence, collaborative culture, and a strong pipeline of future work with strategic clients.
About the Position
The company is seeking a highly talented Project Manager to lead critical infrastructure and underground utility projects. This challenging and high-visibility role offers significant growth opportunity while contributing to the development and resilience of the region’s infrastructure systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage full project implementation, including schedule, budget, quality, and safety performance
- Lead resource planning and management, including internal project teams and third-party vendors, designers, fabricators, and contractors
- Direct engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction management, and commissioning efforts to develop and execute project plans
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key strategic clients with significant future project opportunities
- Prepare and issue Progress Reports and ensure timely client invoicing and payments
- Monitor compliance with regulatory statutes and ensure adherence to company policies and procedures
- Lead stakeholder management and project interface coordination
- Perform other duties as assigned
This role requires a leader who thrives in complex environments, can manage multiple priorities, and consistently delivers projects on time and within budget.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience (or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Project Management experience on underground utility projects
- Heavy civil construction project experience
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, environmental compliance, and safety standards (e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
- Demonstrated leadership and team-building abilities
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Experience in conflict resolution and negotiating with vendors, clients, and subcontractors
- Strong decision-making skills under pressure
Benefits
- Salary Range: $150,000 – $175,000 per year (commensurate with experience and education)
- Comprehensive health coverage through Operating Engineers Local 3, including medical, vision, and dental (100% employer-paid premiums for employees and dependents)
- 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing
- Defined benefit pension plan
- Company vehicle with gas card for business use
- Two (2) weeks paid vacation annually
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000