Field-Focused Traveling Project Manager - Heavy Civil & DOT

B&B Concrete; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

B&B Concrete is seeking a seasoned professional to lead heavy civil projects, including DOT roadway and bridge work. You will coordinate with field teams, engineers, and clients to ensure cost control, scheduling, and safe, efficient execution.

Ideal candidates bring strong ownership, resilience, and clear communication, enabling projects to stay on track despite field challenges and design changes.

Qualifications

• Experience on heavy civil, DOT, roadway, bridge, or infrastructure projects.
• Growth mindset: drive to learn, improve, and expand impact.
• Resilience: adapt, solve problems, and move projects forward during challenges.
• Integrity: do the right thing and take ownership of work and outcomes.
• Teamwork: collaborate effectively with field teams, clients, and partners to get the job done.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability; follow through on commitments.
• Clear, confident communication that builds trust with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost, schedule, and overall project success.
• Partner with Superintendents to keep work moving safely and efficiently.
• Track costs, forecast performance, and manage owner billings.
• Keep projects on track by aligning crews, subs, and materials with DOT timelines.
• Manage subcontractors, change orders, and project documentation.
• Work through design and field challenges with engineers and partners.
• Be a trusted point of contact for owners, engineers, and project teams.

Skills

Heavy civil experience

DOT/roadway expertise

Bridge construction

Team collaboration

Ownership & accountability

Job description

B&B Concrete is seeking a seasoned professional to lead heavy civil projects, including DOT roadway and bridge work. You will coordinate with field teams, engineers, and clients to ensure cost control, scheduling, and safe, efficient execution.

Ideal candidates bring strong ownership, resilience, and clear communication, enabling projects to stay on track despite field challenges and design changes.