Lead Highway & Bridge Construction Project Manager

Zachry Construction Corporation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Company vehicle

Job summary

Zachry Construction Corporation seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead heavy highway, road, and bridge projects in San Antonio. You will oversee estimating, budgeting, scheduling, safety, and client satisfaction, guiding field teams to safely deliver projects to high standards.

The role requires 10+ years of relevant experience, a Civil Engineering degree (preferred), strong leadership, and solid communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.
• Knowledge of the local construction environment and industry practices.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team-building skills.
• A well-rounded knowledge base across multiple construction disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall planning, execution, and completion of heavy highway, road, and bridge construction projects or major segments of such projects.
• Oversee field construction activities, engineering, and project support operations to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Lead contract execution to meet project schedule, budget, and quality goals.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with owners, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the owner, administering the contract and protecting company interests regarding changes and claims.
• Organize and direct workforce and field supervision to achieve project milestones and productivity targets.
• Apply negotiation and contract management skills to represent the company effectively with owners and external agencies.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with material vendors and subcontractors to support successful project delivery.
• Monitor project performance and provide accurate progress reports to senior management.
• Identify and resolve project risks and challenges while maintaining a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Mentor and develop project personnel to build high-performing teams and support professional growth.
• Promote a strong culture of safety and accountability across all project activities.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Team-building

Organizational abilities

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Microsoft Office (Excel/Word)

Proactive risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Zachry Construction Corporation seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead heavy highway, road, and bridge projects in San Antonio. You will oversee estimating, budgeting, scheduling, safety, and client satisfaction, guiding field teams to safely deliver projects to high standards.

The role requires 10+ years of relevant experience, a Civil Engineering degree (preferred), strong leadership, and solid communication skills.