Heavy Civil Construction Manager

PrimECS; Oxon Hill (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Career advancement

Professional development

Job summary

PrimECS is seeking a Construction Manager to lead the Construction Operations Division, overseeing field operations in heavy civil projects such as roads, bridges, rail, and tunnels. The role combines planning with hands-on leadership to ensure safe, on-time, and within-budget delivery of complex infrastructure projects.

You will coordinate with engineering, surveying, field testing, and remote teams, mentor staff, and participate in proposals and risk management to drive project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil engineering, Construction management, or a related field is required; extensive experience may substitute.
• 10+ years in heavy civil construction management leading field operations.
• Strong knowledge of construction project management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work with remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Construction Operations Division to meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee field construction and support operations, including surveying, testing, and inspections.
• Coordinate with remote engineering teams for technical support.
• Ensure seamless integration between project management and fieldwork with clients.
• Mentor and grow the team for future leadership roles.
• Assist in proposals, bids, and estimates with the Bidding Department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Remote team management

Budgeting

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

Microsoft Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Title: Construction Manager - Construction Operations Division

Company: PrimECS
Location: Onsite and Office Responsibilities
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us:
PrimECS is a forward-thinking firm providing a range of services, including Construction of infrastructure projects. We focus on delivering excellence both remotely and on-site. We are seeking a highly skilled Construction Manager to lead our growing Construction Operations Division, which handles a wide array of field operations in heavy civil construction.

Position Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Construction Manager with a soliddualbackground in heavy civil construction field operations and project management to oversee all aspects of our Construction Operations Division, which is mostly focused on transportation projects (roads, bridges, rail, tunnels, etc.). This individual will be responsible for leading construction projects from planning to completion, ensuring all field operations are efficiently executed, and providing both strategic and hands‑on leadership.

The role requires leadership across key functional areas like engineering, surveying (layout, as‑builts, etc), field testing, inspection and close coordination with remote engineering teams for technical support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Construction Operations Division, ensuring projects meet client requirements, timelines, and budgets.
• Oversee field construction and support operations, including surveying, testing, and inspections, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Collaborate with remote engineering teams to provide technical support for field activities.
• Coordinate with the clients and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration between project management and construction fieldwork.
• Manage, mentor, and grow the team to develop in-house talent for future leadership roles.
• Partaking in the preparation, review, and approval of project proposals, bids, and estimates in collaboration with the Bidding, Estimating, & Proposal Writing Department.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations for field operations.
• Provide regular updates to upper management on project progress, including key performance indicators and risk management strategies.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil engineering, Construction management, or a related field is required. However, extensive relevant experience may be accepted instead of Education.
• 10+ years of experience in heavy civil construction management with a proven track record of leading field operations.
• Strong knowledge of construction project management tools and methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work with remote teams.
• Familiarity of the ont …

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications related to engineering or construction management.
• Dual experience in engineering design and construction project management.
• Experience in surveying, field testing, and inspection would be a plus.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Bluebeam, Procore) and project planning tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera).
• Experience working with international and remote teams.
• Familiarity with training and development in construction operations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a rapidly growing company.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Access to ongoing professional development.
• Excellent benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Work Schedule flexibility with field-based responsibilities as needed.

PrimECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.