Heavy Civil Senior Project Manager

Metric Geo; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Metric Geo is seeking a Heavy Highway Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale highway construction projects in Illinois. The role focuses on excavation, dirt-moving operations, and ensuring project milestones are met on time and within budget.

You will coordinate with crews, subcontractors, and the project management team to optimize schedules, allocate resources, and drive successful project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in heavy highway or a relevant combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan construction activities, ensuring timelines, staffing, and resource needs are met.
• Schedule crews, equipment, tools, and materials to meet project demands.
• Coordinate daily with subcontractors and the project manager, adjusting schedules as needed to maintain milestones.

Education

2+ years of experience in heavy highway or related field

Job description

Heavy Highway Senior Project Manager - Illinois

I’m recruiting on behalf of a well-established, family-owned contractor with over 60 years of success in the construction industry. This client has built a reputation for combining expertise, quality, and advanced technology to deliver exceptional results in excavation, aggregates, asphalt and concrete paving, and more. They are now seeking a Heavy Highway Sr. PM to join their growing team.

About the Role

As the Project Manager, you will lead teams on heavy highway construction projects, focusing on excavation and dirt-moving operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan construction activities, ensuring timelines, staffing, and resource needs are met.
• Schedule crews, equipment, tools, and materials to meet project demands.
• Coordinate daily with subcontractors and the project manager, adjusting schedules as needed to maintain milestones.

Education and Experience:

• At least 2 years of experience in heavy highway or a relevant combination of education and experience.