Lead Utility Construction Project Manager

Benchmark Utility Services; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Utility Services is seeking a Project Manager to lead utility construction projects from planning through completion in a design-build environment. You will manage schedules, budgets, resources, subcontractors, vendors, and client communications to deliver safe, on-time, within-budget results.

Working under the Senior Project Manager, you will mentor team members, coordinate with superintendents, field teams, and support departments, and ensure compliance with project specs, quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in utility construction, heavy civil, or infrastructure project management.
• Strong knowledge of construction documents, scheduling, and cost control practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle project execution from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and manage project schedules, including total, interim, and look-ahead planning.
• Build, manage, and track project budgets; monitor costs, forecast financial performance, and implement cost control measures.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing updates and ensuring satisfaction.
• Coordinate with superintendents and field teams to ensure proper allocation of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Oversee subcontractor and vendor procurement, performance, and contract compliance.
• Establish and maintain project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, reports, and correspondence.
• Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies to protect schedule and budget.
• Manage change order processes, including scope review, pricing, tracking, and approvals.
• Lead project closeout activities including punch lists, final documentation, and client turnover.
• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture in partnership with the safety team.
• Mentor and support development of Assistant Project Managers and Field Engineers.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Cost control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Benchmark Utility Services is seeking a Project Manager to lead utility construction projects from planning through completion in a design-build environment. You will manage schedules, budgets, resources, subcontractors, vendors, and client communications to deliver safe, on-time, within-budget results.

Working under the Senior Project Manager, you will mentor team members, coordinate with superintendents, field teams, and support departments, and ensure compliance with project specs, quality