Civil Construction Project Manager

CyberCoders; Verona (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders is seeking a Project Manager in the civil construction space to lead grading, excavation, roads and underground utilities projects. You will oversee delivery from pre-construction through handover, ensuring safety, schedule and budget adherence with stringent quality standards.

The role requires strong technical civil knowledge, proven project management capabilities and excellent stakeholder and subcontractor coordination. Travel to project sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 5+ years managing civil construction projects including grading, excavation and road construction.
• Experience with underground utilities and site earthworks; proven budget and schedule control.

Responsibilities

• Lead civil construction projects from pre-construction to handover, ensuring safety, on-time delivery and quality.
• Develop schedules, budgets and resource plans; monitor progress and take corrective actions.
• Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers and on-site personnel to meet specifications and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations; perform site inspections.
• Review drawings, specs, change orders, permits and daily reports; manage documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers to resolve technical issues and ensure constructability.
• Prepare progress reports, cost forecasts and risk assessments for senior management and clients.
• Oversee procurement, contracts and materials logistics to support timely delivery.
• Conduct QA/QC checks to meet project and regulatory standards; manage risk and claims as needed.
• Coordinate commissioning, testing and final inspections; manage close-out documentation.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Civil 3D

Job description

Project Manager - Civil Construction (Grading, Excavation, Roads)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead civil construction projects focusing on grading, excavation, roads, and underground utilities. The successful candidate will oversee project delivery from pre-construction through handover, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget and to quality standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge of civil works, proven project management capabilities, and excellent stakeholder and subcontractor management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage civil construction projects including grading, excavation, roadworks and underground utility installation from pre-construction to handover.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets and resource plans; monitor progress and implement corrective actions to meet milestones.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, suppliers and on-site personnel to ensure work is carried out to specification and schedule.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations; implement site safety plans and conduct regular inspections.
• Review and manage project documentation including drawings, specifications, change orders, permits and daily reports.
• Collaborate with engineers, surveyors and designers to resolve technical issues and ensure constructability.
• Prepare and present progress reports, cost forecasts and risk assessments to senior management and clients.
• Manage procurement activities including quotations, contracts and materials logistics to support timely delivery.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control checks to ensure workmanship meets project and regulatory standards.
• Identify, assess and mitigate project risks; manage claims and variations in a timely manner.
• Coordinate commissioning, testing and final inspections, and manage project close-out and handover documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum 5+ years experience managing civil construction projects with demonstrable experience in grading, excavation and road construction.
• Practical experience with underground utilities (sewer, stormwater, water, conduit) and site earthworks.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules and large subcontractor teams.
• Familiarity with construction management software (MS Project, Primavera or similar) and civil design tools (Civil 3D preferred).
• Strong knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations and a track record of enforcing safe work practices.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CPC or equivalent are advantageous.
• Valid drivers license and willingness to travel to project sites; ability to work in field conditions as required.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.