Project Manager

PSR Talent Solutions; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance (comprehensive)

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase program

Generous PTO and holidays

Flexible/remote working options

Training and conferences

Job summary

PSR Talent Solutions in Houston is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead geotechnical construction and ground improvement projects regionally. You will oversee mobilization through completion, coordinating with engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure safety, schedules, budgets and quality.

The role requires a minimum of 5 years in construction PM with geotechnical or ground improvement experience, plus travel up to 25%. A civil/geotechnical degree is preferred; P.E./PMP desirable.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction project management experience.
• Geo technical construction, foundations or ground improvement experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with ground improvement, deep foundations, drilled shafts, piling, earth retention, soil stabilization or similar GeoTech works.
• Strong understanding of project controls, contracts, scheduling and cost management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geotechnical Engineering or related field preferred.
• P.E. or PMP desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical and ground improvement projects from mobilisation through completion.
• Take ownership of project safety, schedule, budget, quality and commercial performance.
• Coordinate closely with geotechnical engineers, general contractors and project owners.
• Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical information and contract documentation.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, claims and project documentation.
• Develop project schedules and coordinate labour, specialist equipment and materials.
• Manage procurement and negotiate with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, invoicing and financial performance.
• Identify technical and commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct preconstruction site reviews and assess access, working platforms and site constraints.
• Oversee quality control and ensure work meets engineering and contractual requirements.
• Lead project kickoff, planning and progress meetings.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support estimating and preconstruction activities where required

Skills

Project management

Geotechnical construction

Communication

Leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Safety management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geotechnical Engineering or related field

Job description

Project Manager (CROU1221) Houston, Texas

Salary: GBP110000 - GBP132500 per year

Project Manager – Geotechnical Construction / Ground Improvement

An established specialist contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead technically challenging geotechnical and ground improvement projects across the region.

This role will take responsibility for projects from preconstruction and planning through execution and closeout, working closely with engineering teams, field operations, clients, general contractors and specialist subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage geotechnical and ground improvement projects from mobilisation through completion
• Take ownership of project safety, schedule, budget, quality and commercial performance
• Coordinate closely with geotechnical engineers, general contractors and project owners
• Review drawings, specifications, geotechnical information and contract documentation
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, claims and project documentation
• Develop project schedules and coordinate labour, specialist equipment and materials
• Manage procurement and negotiate with suppliers, vendors and subcontractors
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, invoicing and financial performance
• Identify technical and commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Conduct preconstruction site reviews and assess access, working platforms and site constraints
• Oversee quality control and ensure work meets engineering and contractual requirements
• Lead project kickoff, planning and progress meetings
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders
• Support estimating and preconstruction activities where required

Experience & Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction Project Management experience
• Geo technical construction, foundations or ground improvement experience strongly preferred
• Experience could include ground improvement, deep foundations, drilled shafts, piling, earth retention, soil stabilizationor similar specialist GeoTechworks
• Strong understanding of project controls, contracts, scheduling and cost management
• Experience coordinating engineering and field construction teams
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geotechnical Engineering or a related field preferred
• Strong commercial, communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Up to 25% regional travel
• OSHA 30 required
• P.E. or PMP desirable

This is a strong opportunity for a Project Manager looking to develop their career within the specialist geotechnical and ground improvement sector, with responsibility for projects from initial planning through final delivery.

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Employee stock purchase program with additional bonus shares
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Flexible/remote working options where appropriate
• Strong investment in training, technical development and industry conferences
• Opportunities for national and international travel
• Clear career development with flexibility to grow into different areas of the business
• Strong emphasis on work/life balance