Civil Construction Project Manager – Earthwork & Utilities

NW Recruiting Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (100% for employee)

Dental Insurance (100% for employee)

Vision Insurance (100% for employee)

Job summary

NW Recruiting Partners seeks a Project Manager for civil earthwork and utilities, leading projects from award to closeout. You’ll coordinate field teams, manage budgets, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with a strong client focus.

The role emphasizes ownership of project outcomes, collaboration with field staff, and effective communication across stakeholders in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience managing earthwork and utility construction projects.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, budgeting, and cost controls.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communicator with strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with HCSS (HeavyBid/HeavyJob) and Vista Viewpoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage earthwork and utility projects from post-award handoff through final closeout.
• Review and negotiate contract scopes, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Establish project budgets and coordinate cost tracking with accounting.
• Monitor project financials and control costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Solicit, evaluate, and award subcontractor bids as required.
• Procure project materials.
• Review and approve daily reports and timecards for accuracy and productivity.
• Coordinate field operations and address scope changes or site conditions.
• Prepare pricing for scope changes and submit change order requests.
• Submit client billings in accordance with contractual formats and deadlines.
• Track receivables and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Lead pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings.
• Utilize construction management and reporting software to track performance.

Skills

Earthwork experience

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Multi-project management

Team coordination

Microsoft Office

HeavyBid/HeavyJob

Vista Viewpoint

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

HCSS HeavyJob

Vista Viewpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

NW Recruiting Partners seeks a Project Manager for civil earthwork and utilities, leading projects from award to closeout. You’ll coordinate field teams, manage budgets, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with a strong client focus.

The role emphasizes ownership of project outcomes, collaboration with field staff, and effective communication across stakeholders in a fast-paced construction environment.