Lead Project Manager — Heavy Civil Infrastructure

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Job summary

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in the heavy civil sector seeks a Project Manager to lead complex infrastructure programs from planning through closeout.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractor oversight, while building strong client and vendor relationships to drive profitable delivery. Requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years on heavy civil projects ($5M–$30M), plus 2+ years supervising junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Strong reading of blueprints/specs and handling RFIs, change orders, and submittals.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of construction from planning to closeout.
• Manage budgets, schedules, resources, and contract finances to ensure profitability.
• Oversee subcontractor coordination, site progress, and compliance with specs.
• Conduct site visits and team meetings to track progress and resolve issues.
• Prepare and manage budgets, change orders, reports, and documentation.
• Work with Superintendents to handle scope changes and minimize risks.
• Approve invoices, payroll, and manage billing.
• Build and maintain strong client and vendor relationships.
• Direct and support project engineers and field staff.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Budget management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience

Job description

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction in the heavy civil sector seeks a Project Manager to lead complex infrastructure programs from planning through closeout.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and subcontractor oversight, while building strong client and vendor relationships to drive profitable delivery. Requires a Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years on heavy civil projects ($5M–$30M), plus 2+ years supervising junior engineers.