Civil Project Manager

Michael Page; Bedminster Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Company vehicle or allowance

Fuel card

Cell phone allowance

PTO and holidays

Career advancement

Professional development

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting for a Project Manager for a well-established NJ site development and utility contractor. The role focuses on leading multi-site civil projects, managing schedules, budgets, and procurement, and coordinating with owners, engineers, and municipalities.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in site development or heavy civil, comfort with $1M–$20M+ projects, and proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, and MS Project. A related bachelor’s degree is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience in site development, heavy civil, underground utilities, or civil construction.
• Experience managing projects valued between $1M and $20M+.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, utility profiles, and construction specifications.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and contract administration skills.
• Change order management and financial reporting expertise.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple site work and utility projects from award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost projections, and manpower forecasts.
• Lead project planning, buyout, procurement, and subcontractor management activities.
• Oversee excavation, grading, drainage, water main, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer construction operations.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, utility companies, and municipalities.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, permits, and project documentation.
• Monitor project costs and productivity to ensure profitability goals are achieved.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and collaborate with Superintendents and Foremen.
• Lead project meetings and provide status updates to clients and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental requirements and company standards.
• Manage project closeout activities, punch lists, and final turnover documents.
• Identify project risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Team leadership

Reading civil plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

HCSS

HeavyJob

Procore

Bluebeam

Viewpoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Project Manager

Our client is a well-established site development and utility contractor serving New Jersey's public and private sectors. The company specializes in earthwork, underground utility installation, stormwater management, road construction, and site development projects for developers, municipalities, and general contractors throughout the region. With a strong reputation for quality workmanship and long-standing client relationships, the company offers employees the opportunity to work on complex infrastructure and site development projects while advancing their careers within a growing organization.

Job Description

• Manage multiple site work and utility projects from award through completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost projections, and manpower forecasts.
• Lead project planning, buyout, procurement, and subcontractor management activities.
• Oversee excavation, grading, drainage, water main, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer construction operations.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, inspectors, utility companies, and municipalities.
• Review project drawings, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, permits, and project documentation.
• Monitor project costs and productivity to ensure profitability goals are achieved.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and collaborate closely with Superintendents and Foremen.
• Lead project meetings and provide status updates to clients and company leadership.
• Ensure projects comply with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company standards.
• Manage project closeout activities, punch lists, and final owner turnover documentation.
• Identify project risks and develop proactive solutions to minimize impacts on schedule and budget.

The Successful Applicant

• 5+ years of Project Management experience within site development, heavy civil, underground utilities, or civil construction.
• Strong knowledge of earthwork, excavation, grading, utility installation, and infrastructure construction.
• Experience managing projects valued between $1M and $20M+.
• Ability to read and interpret civil plans, utility profiles, and construction specifications.
• Proven experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and contract administration.
• Strong understanding of change order management and project financial reporting.
• Proficiency with construction software such as HCSS, HeavyJob, Procore, Bluebeam, Viewpoint, or Microsoft Project.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate field operations effectively.
• Knowledge of NJDEP regulations, local municipal requirements, and utility construction practices is preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range depending upon experience.
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Company Vehicle or Vehicle Allowance
• Fuel Card
• Cell Phone Allowance
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Professional Development and Training Programs

Job summary

• Sector: Construction
• Sub Sector: Project Manager
• Industry: Property
• Where: Bedminster
• Contract Type: Permanent