What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Heavy Civil position at Metric Geo?
Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction - Concord, CA
Metric Geo are currently partnered with a market leading contractor in Northern California. They are searching for a project manager who can lead and manage complex heavy civil construction projects from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and budget compliance. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal teams while mentoring project staff and identifying opportunities for growth and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage project execution to meet financial, schedule, and quality goals.
- Develop and oversee project schedules, budgets, and work plans (Primavera P6, CPM).
- Lead teams, including assistant project managers, engineers, and field personnel.
- Review contracts, drawings, and specifications; ensure compliance with labor, safety, and DBE requirements.
- Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
- Conduct risk assessments, value engineering, and early mitigation of potential issues.
- Oversee billing, cost tracking, change orders, and closeout documentation.
- Support recruiting, training, and mentoring of project team members.
- Enforce safety protocols and ensure OSHA compliance on-site.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 7 years’ construction project management experience, with 5 years managing personnel.
- Advanced knowledge of heavy civil construction practices, contracts, codes, and standards.
- Proficient in MS Office; experience with HCSS, Viewpoint Spectrum, Primavera P6 preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
Ideal Candidate:
A results-oriented leader with heavy civil construction experience, strong organizational skills, and proven ability to manage multiple projects, teams, and budgets simultaneously while maintaining client relationships and safety standards.