Project Manager

CMC Partners; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CMC Partners in Laredo, TX is seeking a Project Manager to lead TxDOT heavy civil and transportation projects from preconstruction through final completion. You will manage budgets, schedules, field operations and client relationships, delivering safe, on-time, and within-budget results.

The role emphasizes strong TxDOT experience, leadership with field teams and subcontractors, and collaboration with senior management to drive project success and growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil or heavy highway construction experience.
• Experience managing TxDOT roadway or transportation projects preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of roadway construction, earthwork, drainage, utilities and concrete scopes.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, change orders, subcontractors and client relationships.
• Proficiency with construction project management tools and software.
• Strong leadership, commercial, organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage TxDOT and heavy highway projects from preconstruction through final completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and in accordance with TxDOT plans, specifications and quality requirements.
• Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasting, cost control, change orders and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress and identify potential delays or cost impacts.
• Coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors and internal project teams.
• Maintain strong working relationships with TxDOT representatives, inspectors, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
• Review plans, specifications, quantities and contract requirements while resolving technical and construction issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes and project records.
• Monitor project performance and ensure contractual milestones and project objectives are achieved.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Schedule management

Budget management

Education

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

Tools

Construction PM Software

Job description

Project Manager – Heavy Civil / TxDOT | Laredo, TX

About the job

A fast-growing Texas heavy civil contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its Heavy Civil division, with a particular focus on TxDOT roadway and infrastructure projects.

The company delivers complex transportation and civil infrastructure projects throughout Texas, including roadway construction, earthwork, drainage, utilities, concrete and associated heavy highway scopes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with strong TxDOT experience to take ownership of projects from preconstruction through final completion, managing project financials, schedules, field operations and client relationships.

Why This Role Stands Out

• TxDOT Project Portfolio: Take a leading role delivering TxDOT and public infrastructure projects throughout Texas.
• Fast-Growing Contractor: Join an expanding heavy civil business with a growing backlog and continued investment in its people and operations.
• Project Ownership: Manage projects from planning through completion, with responsibility for schedule, budget, quality and safety.
• Leadership Exposure: Work closely with senior leadership, TxDOT representatives, field teams, subcontractors and project stakeholders.
• Career Progression: Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and progress into senior operational leadership as the company continues to grow.

Responsibilities

• Manage TxDOT and heavy highway projects from preconstruction through final completion.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget and in accordance with TxDOT plans, specifications and quality requirements.
• Manage project financials, including budgets, forecasting, cost control, change orders and financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor progress and identify potential delays or cost impacts.
• Coordinate field operations, subcontractors, vendors and internal project teams.
• Maintain strong working relationships with TxDOT representatives, inspectors, subcontractors and other project stakeholders.
• Review plans, specifications, quantities and contract requirements while resolving technical and construction issues.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes and project records.
• Monitor project performance and ensure contractual milestones and project objectives are achieved.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil or heavy highway construction experience.
• Previous experience managing TxDOT roadway or transportation projects strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent relevant construction experience.
• Strong knowledge of roadway construction, earthwork, drainage, utilities and concrete scopes.
• Strong understanding of TxDOT specifications, documentation and project delivery requirements.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, change orders, subcontractors and client relationships.
• Proficiency with construction project management tools and software.
• Strong leadership, commercial, organisational and communication skills.