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Heavy Highway Project Manager – Traveling

ProSearch Intl.
Illinois, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/16/2026

Description:

As Lead Project Manager, this role will require consistent travel throughout the upper Midwest Region of IL / IN / OH / MO. Primary responsibilities start with overall management and execution of field operations and contract administration on roadway projects ranging in size & complexity from $50MM-$250MM. Committed to a philosophy of safety first where each individual that steps foot on a project understands the level of commitment to a safety-first culture where all OSHA standards are understood and followed.

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Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities include:
  • full cycle oversight and execution of change orders, scope changes, claims & project delays. Resolve dispute resolutions with owner in a timely and compliant manner.
  • lead communication with all project stakeholders including executive leadership, field supervision and all onsite team members, DOT representatives, design firms, JV partners, subcontractors and union representatives.
  • understanding and execution of all scheduling activities and how and who will be impacted by changes and delays in schedule.
  • managing vendor and subcontractor relations including solutions for schedule delays and cost overruns.
  • maintaining accurate, up to date project financials including costs reporting, costs completes, overall project forecasts and quarterly soft closes.
  • risk management journal addressing key items potentially impacting schedule & profit margins.
  • establish a level of expectations and comradery for all staff members on site to follow.
  • interview and make recommendations to company leadership for project level hires including Superintendents, Lead Foreman & Project Engineers and actively participate in successful onboarding for each new hire.

Requirements:

Requirements include the following to be considered:
  • 12 yrs of experience with self-perform heavy civil contractors that built road and bridge projects that included mass excavation, drainage, paving and structures.
  • Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
  • Schedule and budget oversight of at least two heavy hwy projects north of $50MM.
  • a deep understanding of and participation on multiple large roadway projects including the the ability to plan the sequence of work, build / edit complex schedules and have an understanding of DOT spec's and QC standards.
  • capable of participation in bid reviews and taking the lead on review of any 1 of the 3: structures (bridges, walls, culverts), mass excavation & drainage, concrete paving.
  • proficiency with standard industry technologies such as HCSS, Primavera, Viewpoint
  • excellent communication skills and a team approach to management and engagement with all project stakeholders.

Salary:

$150k - $200k base salary (commensurate upon experience & project history), comprehensive range of benefits including weekly travel per diem, 401k w/ company match, employee stock plan, health & wellness coverage options and auto allowance / fuel card, etc.

Location:

Midwest based including IL, IN, OH, MO, KY, MI, IA

Salary : $150,000 - $200,000

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