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Civil Project Manager - Heavy Civil / Foundations

Orion Placement
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/13/2026

Pay: $90,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year


Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Join a specialized construction team that self-performs critical foundation and civil scopes from start to finish
  • Take ownership of projects that have real operational complexity, field impact, and visibility with leadership
  • Work closely with estimating, field crews, and operations in a hands-on environment where execution matters
  • Be part of a well-established, women-owned contractor with a strong reputation for delivering essential work
  • Build your career in a role where you can make decisions, solve problems, and drive projects forward from kickoff through closeout


Location

This is an on-site role based in the Chicago area, with involvement in both office coordination and project site activity as needed to help keep work moving efficiently.


Note: Must have direct project management experience in civil construction, heavy civil, foundations, concrete, earthwork, drilling, or closely related work. Candidates without directly relevant construction project management experience will not be considered.


About Us

We are a specialized contractor focused on complete foundation construction and related civil work, from site surveying and drilling through rebar cage construction, concrete placement, finish work, and site cleanup. Our team takes pride in self-performing key scopes, staying close to the work, and delivering dependable results in the field. Confidential Employer.


Job Description

  • Manage civil and foundation construction projects from award through closeout
  • Coordinate schedules, field activities, subcontractors, vendors, equipment, and materials
  • Partner with estimating and operations to ensure a smooth handoff and strong project startup
  • Track project budgets, cost exposure, production progress, and change orders
  • Review plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and contract requirements
  • Communicate with clients, field leadership, and internal teams to keep projects aligned on scope, schedule, and expectations
  • Support site logistics, sequencing, and problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle
  • Monitor project documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements
  • Help drive timely billing, forecasting, and overall project performance


Qualifications

  • 3 years of directly relevant civil construction project management experience
  • Strong background in heavy civil, foundations, concrete, earthwork, sitework, or drilling preferred
  • Able to manage budgets, schedules, documentation, and field coordination
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Comfortable working closely with field teams and leadership
  • Organized, accountable, and able to manage multiple priorities


Why You Will Love Working Here

You will be joining a team that values ownership, execution, and practical decision-making. This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants meaningful responsibility, close connection to the work, and the ability to make an impact on specialized construction projects from start to finish.


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Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:


  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Salary : $90,000 - $145,000

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