Heavy Civil Project Manager- Tacoma, WA

LVI Associates; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Vehicle allowance or company vehicle

Cell phone stipend

Generous paid time off

Job summary

LVI Associates is recruiting an experienced Heavy Civil Project Manager for Tacoma, WA to lead major infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest. You will oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, subcontract management, and owner communications to ensure safe, on-time delivery.

The role emphasizes coordination with engineers, field teams, and clients, along with opportunities for advancement into senior leadership. Regional backlog supports ongoing work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil construction project management experience.
• Experience managing roadway, bridge, underground utility, site development, or earthwork projects.
• Strong background in project budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams.
• Proven success delivering public works or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with change orders, contract administration, and owner communication.
• Familiarity with WSDOT, municipal, county, or federal agency projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage heavy civil construction projects from award through closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Lead contract administration, change orders, RFIs, and subcontract management.
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, field supervision, and subcontractors.
• Conduct project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation activities; monitor productivity, quality, and safety.
• Facilitate client meetings, progress updates, and project reporting.
• Review estimates, production rates, and procurement schedules.
• Support business development and client relationship management efforts.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Budget management

Contract admin

Change orders

Owner communication

Leadership

Planning & scheduling

Reading plans

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Scheduling software

Project management platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary: $125,000 - $165,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Full Benefits

Are you an experienced Heavy Civil Project Manager looking to lead impactful infrastructure projects throughout the Pacific Northwest? A growing general contractor is seeking a motivated Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of heavy civil construction projects across the Tacoma region.

This role offers the opportunity to manage challenging projects involving roadway construction, bridges, underground utilities, site development, earthwork, and public infrastructure while working alongside an experienced team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Salary: $125,000 - $165,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Full Benefits

Are you an experienced Heavy Civil Project Manager looking to lead impactful infrastructure projects throughout the Pacific Northwest? A growing general contractor is seeking a motivated Project Manager to oversee the successful delivery of heavy civil construction projects across the Tacoma region.

This role offers the opportunity to manage challenging projects involving roadway construction, bridges, underground utilities, site development, earthwork, and public infrastructure while working alongside an experienced team committed to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage heavy civil construction projects from award through closeout
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and cost controls
• Lead contract administration, change orders, RFIs, and subcontract management
• Coordinate with owners, engineers, field supervision, and subcontractors
• Conduct project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation activitiesMonitor project productivity, quality, and safety performance
• Facilitate client meetings, progress updates, and project reporting
• Review estimates, production rates, and procurement schedules
• Support business development and client relationship management efforts
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget

Experience Needed

• 5+ years of heavy civil construction project management experience
• Experience managing roadway, bridge, underground utility, site development, or earthwork projects
• Strong background in project budgeting, forecasting, and cost management
• Experience managing subcontractors, suppliers, and field teams
• Proven success delivering public works or infrastructure projects
• Experience with change orders, contract administration, and owner communication
• Familiarity with WSDOT, municipal, county, or federal agency projects preferred

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
• Strong understanding of heavy civil construction means and methods
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contracts
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, scheduling software, and project management platforms
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Valid driver's license and ability to visit active project sites

Benefits Included

• Competitive base salary of $125,000 - $165,000
• Annual performance bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance
• Vehicle allowance or company vehicle
• Cell phone and technology stipend
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Clear path for advancement into Senior Project Manager and Operations leadership roles
• Stable backlog of work throughout the Pacific Northwest

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a respected heavy civil contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects throughout Washington. You'll be empowered to make an impact, lead challenging projects, develop your career, and work with a team that values safety, accountability, and long-term success.