Project Manager

Actalent; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Actalent, Charlottesville, VA, is seeking a Project Manager to lead heavy civil and site development projects through preconstruction, budgeting, execution and closeout. You will coordinate field teams, subs, engineers, and clients, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery within budget.

The role focuses on grading, utilities, roadway work, and related infrastructure, offering a collaborative, family-oriented culture and opportunities to advance within a well-established contractor in

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in heavy civil or infrastructure construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and schedules across multiple projects.
• Experience coordinating field operations with design professionals and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy civil, site development, and infrastructure projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets and schedules; monitor financial performance.
• Coordinate multiple concurrent projects and resolve field conflicts.
• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance with DOT and local standards.

Skills

Project management

Heavy civil

Site development

Budgeting & scheduling

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Safety compliance

DOT/public works knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Job Title: Project Manager – Heavy Civil and Site Development

This role leads heavy civil and site development projects in the Charlottesville area, overseeing the full project lifecycle from preconstruction and budgeting through execution and closeout. The Project Manager ensures that projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget while coordinating multiple stakeholders and maintaining high standards of quality. This position focuses on grading, utilities, roadway, and related infrastructure work and offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects in Central Virginia within a collaborative, family-oriented culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy civil, site development, and infrastructure construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Oversee all phases of construction, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and project closeout.
• Develop, manage, and track project budgets to ensure financial performance and cost control.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring work progresses on time and in alignment with project milestones.
• Coordinate and manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritizing resources and resolving conflicts as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate grading, utilities (water, sewer, storm), and roadway construction activities to ensure quality and compliance with project specifications.
• Manage change orders, including identification, documentation, pricing, and negotiation to maintain project scope and profitability.
• Oversee project engineering and document control processes, ensuring accurate and timely project documentation and records.
• Collaborate closely with field teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals to drive project success.
• Monitor jobsite safety and ensure adherence to safety standards and company policies throughout the project.
• Communicate project status, risks, and progress clearly and regularly to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and resolve project issues proactively, including schedule delays, budget variances, and field conflicts.
• Support and mentor project team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Ensure all work complies with applicable standards, codes, and owner or agency requirements, including DOT and municipal specifications where applicable.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of project management experience in heavy civil, site development, or infrastructure construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of grading, utilities (water, sewer, storm), and roadway construction.
• Proven experience managing full project lifecycles from preconstruction and budgeting through execution and closeout.
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets and schedules effectively.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent construction projects.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, coordination, and execution.
• Experience with construction management and project coordination in a field and office setting.
• Proficiency in managing change orders and associated documentation.
• Experience with project engineering and document control processes.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate project teams.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to handle competing priorities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with VDOT projects or municipal/public works projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with DOT standards and public infrastructure requirements is beneficial.
• Experience working on impactful infrastructure projects in regional markets is an advantage.
• Interest in working within a family-oriented culture that emphasizes employee development.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment with experienced leadership.

Work Environment

This role is based onsite and in the office, supporting active heavy civil and site development projects in the Charlottesville area and broader Central Virginia region. The Project Manager works closely with field operations and office staff in a collaborative team environment guided by experienced leadership. The organization promotes a family-oriented culture with a strong focus on employee development and offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects with a robust backlog of local and regional work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Charlottesville, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $140000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunities for career growth within a well-established contractor

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Charlottesville,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 1, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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