Project Manager

Plateau Excavation, Inc.; Kennesaw (GA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance

Job summary

Plateau Excavation, Inc. in Kennesaw, GA is seeking a Project Manager to lead local civil site development projects from the office with occasional site visits.

You will manage scheduling, budgeting, and communications with clients, engineers, and vendors, ensuring safety and quality throughout the project lifecycle. This role offers a clear path to Senior Project Manager as you gain experience on complex grading, utilities, and heavy civil work, with limited travel and strong growth

Qualifications

• 3–7+ years of project management experience in civil site development or related construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent.
• Strong scheduling, budgeting, and field operations knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from pre-construction through final completion.
• Oversee scheduling, resource planning, and cost forecasting.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget while upholding safety and quality.
• Serve as main liaison with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Coordinate daily site activities with field crews and superintendents.
• Prepare project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and cost reports.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and address issues.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling & budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PM software

Job description

Location: Kennesaw, GA (Primarily Office-Based with Local Site Visits)

At Plateau Excavation, we don’t just move dirt — we build the foundation for some of the most important construction projects across the Southeast. As one of the largest and most respected site development contractors, we’re known for taking on complex grading, utility, and heavy civil projects — and delivering them safely, on time, and on budget.

We are currently hiring a Project Manager to join our team based out of Kennesaw, GA, focusing primarily on local Metro Atlanta area projects. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who wants to manage major projects while being based locally — with limited travel.

This position offers strong career advancement potential into a Senior Project Manager role as you continue to grow within the Plateau organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects from pre‑construction through final completion.
• Oversee project scheduling, resource planning, and cost forecasting.
• Ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget while maintaining Plateau’s standards for safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Act as the primary liaison with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work closely with field superintendents, foremen, and crews to coordinate daily activities and ensure smooth jobsite operations.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting notes, and job cost reports.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and address field issues.
• Provide project status updates and reports to senior management.
• Help identify and mitigate potential risks and challenges early in the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across internal teams, clients, and partners

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of project management experience in civil site development, grading, utilities, or related construction disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent field experience.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and field operations.
• Exceptional organizational, problem‑solving, and leadership skills.
• Strong communication and relationship management abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with project management software is a plus.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the Metro Atlanta area.
• Limited travel required (primarily local job site visits).

What Plateau Offers

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance.
• Long‑term career growth with clear advancement opportunities to Senior Project Manager and beyond.
• Exposure to high‑profile, complex civil projects.
• Team‑oriented company culture focused on safety, integrity, and professional development.

Join Our Team

If you’re ready to take the next step in your construction management career — while staying local to Metro Atlanta — Plateau Excavation is ready for you.