Area Manager – Civil Construction

Diamond Peak Recruiting; Montana; On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $180K Base Salary

Annual performance bonus

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Diamond Peak Recruiting is looking for an experienced Area Manager for Civil Construction to oversee regional operations in Montana, especially around Bozeman. This leadership role entails managing multiple heavy civil infrastructure projects and leading diverse teams. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in heavy civil construction, overseeing multi-million dollar projects, and strong client management skills. The position offers a competitive salary up to $180K plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil construction experience.
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple projects and operations teams.
• Experience overseeing projects ranging from $10M to $200M+.
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction means and methods.
• Experience with DOT, municipal, and public infrastructure projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple heavy civil construction projects across the region.
• Manage operational performance including budgets, schedules, manpower, safety, and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, municipalities, DOT agencies, and subcontractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term regional planning.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Management

Financial Management

Safety Compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

HCSS

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Job description

Compensation

Up to $180K Base Salary + Bonus + Vehicle Allowance + Full Benefits

Industry

Heavy Civil Construction | Infrastructure | Utilities | Transportation | Public Works

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Area Manager – Civil Construction to oversee regional operations throughout Montana with a primary focus in and around Bozeman. This leadership role will oversee multiple heavy civil and infrastructure projects while managing operations teams, Project Managers, Superintendents, client relationships, and regional growth initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background leading large-scale civil construction operations across roadway, utilities, excavation, grading, concrete, transportation, and public infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing civil contractor with a strong backlog of infrastructure work and long-term growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple heavy civil construction projects across the region
• Lead Project Managers, Superintendents, and field operations teams
• Manage operational performance including budgets, schedules, manpower, safety, and profitability
• Drive regional growth and operational strategy
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, municipalities, DOT agencies, engineers, and subcontractors
• Review project schedules, forecasts, cost reports, and resource planning
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget
• Support estimating, preconstruction, and business development efforts
• Assist with hiring, mentoring, and developing operational leadership teams
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, DOT, environmental, and company safety standards
• Collaborate with executive leadership on long-term regional planning and expansion

Project Experience Preferred

Candidates with experience managing the following project types are highly preferred:

• Roadway & highway construction
• Water/wastewater infrastructure
• Earthwork & mass grading
• Concrete paving
• Drainage & stormwater systems
• Airport & transportation infrastructure
• Public works & municipal projects
• Bridge or structural concrete projects

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy civil construction experience
• Proven leadership experience managing multiple projects and operations teams
• Experience overseeing projects ranging from $10M to $200M+
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction means and methods
• Experience with DOT, municipal, and public infrastructure projects preferred
• Strong financial, operational, and scheduling management experience
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, HCSS, Procore, Bluebeam, or Microsoft Project preferred
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client management skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• Base salary up to $180K DOE
• Annual performance bonus
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Gas card and technology package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Strong backlog of civil infrastructure projects throughout the region

Ideal Backgrounds

We are especially interested in candidates coming from:

• Utility Contractors
• Site Development Firms
• Public Works Contractors
• Transportation Infrastructure Firms