About the job
Join an esteemed heavy civil construction firm in the Carolinas as a Heavy Civil Project Manager. This is a remarkable opportunity for a driven professional to lead mid-sized NCDOT/SCDOT infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience from either large heavy civil contractors or small to mid-sized subcontractors, with a robust background in managing heavy highway construction projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and implement heavy civil construction projects in accordance with engineering standards and project specifications.
- Oversee budgets to ensure margin goals are achieved, including preparing detailed cost and revenue forecasts while managing variances effectively.
- Develop and update realistic project schedules to ensure timely completion.
- Guarantee all work adheres to quality control standards and complies with engineering principles, client specifications, and company procedures.
- Promote a culture of safety on-site by enforcing company safety protocols.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation and generate reports for senior management.
- Collaborate with field teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Authorize changes to equipment, staffing, and resources in conjunction with superintendents.
- Alert senior management of critical issues and maintain clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
- Organize project staffing and allocate roles to team members for optimal performance.
- Facilitate weekly project meetings to evaluate scheduling and financial performance.
- Submit timely payment requests and provide updates on financial performance.
- Supervise subcontractor and supplier contracts to ensure adherence to quality and performance standards.
- Understand and manage contract terms, deliverables, schedules, and the impact of potential delays.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.

