What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Travel position at Plateau Excavation, Inc.?
Project Manager — Plateau Excavation
📍 Location: Kennesaw, GA (20% Office / 80% Travel to Project Sites across the Southeast)
📅 Position Type: Full-Time
About Plateau Excavation:
At Plateau Excavation, we don't just move dirt — we build the foundation for some of the most important projects across the Southeast. As a leader in site development, grading, utilities, and mass excavation, we’re growing fast and looking for driven leaders ready to grow with us.
We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team. This position will be based out of our Kennesaw, GA office but will require approximately 80% travel to active job sites throughout the Southeast region.
This role offers significant career growth potential into a Senior Project Manager position as you continue to develop and lead complex projects for Plateau.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage day-to-day project operations from pre-construction through closeout.
- Lead project scheduling, forecasting, and resource planning.
- Oversee project budgets, cost tracking, and profitability.
- Serve as primary point of contact with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Partner closely with field superintendents, foremen, and crews to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution.
- Monitor project progress, proactively identify issues, and drive solutions.
- Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and meeting minutes.
- Conduct regular site visits to ensure safety, quality, and production goals are being met.
- Report project performance regularly to senior leadership.
- Maintain strong relationships with all project stakeholders while representing Plateau’s high standards.
Qualifications:
- 3-7 years of project management experience in civil construction, site development, grading, utilities, or related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in fast-paced environments.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office; project management and scheduling software experience a plus.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the Southeast.
- Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
What Plateau Offers:
- Competitive compensation and full benefits package
- Company truck and travel accommodations
- Long-term career growth path with promotion potential to Senior Project Manager and beyond
- High-profile projects with industry-leading teams
- Strong, team-focused company culture rooted in safety, integrity, and performance
Join Our Team:
If you’re a hands-on leader who wants to take your career to the next level, Plateau Excavation is the place to build it.