Lead Project Manager — Heavy Civil Construction

Sunrock; Roxboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with discretionary matching

Paid time off and holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

Sunrock is hiring a Project Manager for heavy civil construction to lead full project lifecycles, from estimating to closeout, coordinating with superintendents, subcontractors, vendors and clients. You will ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance while providing clear status updates.

Strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple field-driven projects are essential. Typical hours are Mon-Fri with possible evenings and weekends, and up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Strong understanding of estimating, cost control, and project financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of heavy civil construction projects.
• Manage project schedules, sequencing, and resource allocation.
• Coordinate material flow, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Lead project estimating efforts, including scope development and cost analysis.
• Review contracts, plans, and specifications to ensure scope accuracy and risk mitigation.
• Track project costs, budgets, and financial performance to ensure profitability.
• Oversee billing processes, forecasting, and cost reporting.
• Provide regular project updates, forecasts, and performance insights to leadership and clients.
• Serve as the liaison between field operations, subcontractors, and customers.
• Support subcontractor selection, negotiation, and performance management.
• Identify project risks and proactively implement solutions to maintain schedule and budget.
• Respond to delays, emergencies, and field challenges.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including contracts, change orders, and reports.

Skills

Reading plans & specs

Estimating & cost control

Leadership & communication

Multi-project management

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associates or Bachelors in Construction Mgmt/Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Construction PM software

Job description

Sunrock is hiring a Project Manager for heavy civil construction to lead full project lifecycles, from estimating to closeout, coordinating with superintendents, subcontractors, vendors and clients. You will ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance while providing clear status updates.

Strong leadership, financial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple field-driven projects are essential. Typical hours are Mon-Fri with possible evenings and weekends, and up to 10% travel.