Project Manager

The Fordy Group; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fordy Group in Myrtle Beach, SC, is partnering with a leading heavy civil contractor to recruit experienced Project Managers for their site work division. You will lead underground utility and site work projects from pre-construction through completion, collaborating with engineers, designers, and field teams to drive safe, on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in heavy civil or utility PM roles, strong budgets and schedules management, and proven leadership.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management or Assistant Project Manager experience within heavy civil or utility construction.
• Strong understanding of underground utility installation and site development.
• Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site work and utility construction projects from planning and pre-construction through to closeout.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and overall project performance.
• Oversee the installation of underground utilities including water mains, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and pipeline systems.
• Identify project risks early and develop proactive solutions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Lead and support project teams including superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Work closely with engineering, design, and preconstruction teams to resolve challenges before they impact delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders through clear communication and exceptional project execution.
• Foster a collaborative, team-first culture that drives successful project outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Budget management

Schedule management

Subcontractors management

Field operations

Team leadership

Tools

Construction management software

Job description

The Fordy Group are proud to be partnering with a leading heavy civil General Contractor to recruit experienced Project Managers for their growing site work division.

If you're looking to join an industry-leading contractor with a strong reputation, a healthy project pipeline, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression, this could be the perfect next step.

As a Project Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering complex underground utility and site work infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to successful completion. You'll lead projects that make a lasting impact on communities while working alongside highly experienced professionals in a collaborative, safety-first environment.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead site work and utility construction projects from planning and pre-construction through to closeout.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and overall project performance.
• Oversee the installation of underground utilities including water mains, sanitary sewer, storm drainage, and pipeline systems.
• Identify project risks early and develop proactive solutions to keep projects on track.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Lead and support project teams including superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Work closely with engineering, design, and preconstruction teams to resolve challenges before they impact delivery.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders through clear communication and exceptional project execution.
• Foster a collaborative, team-first culture that drives successful project outcomes.

Safety & Quality

• Champion a proactive safety culture across every project.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
• Maintain exceptional quality standards and ensure work is completed in accordance with project specifications.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of Project Management or Assistant Project Manager experience within heavy civil or utility construction.
• Strong understanding of underground utility installation and site development.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred

• Experience delivering Design-Build or Turnkey projects.
• Knowledge of trenchless technology, excavation, grading, and earthworks.
• Proficiency with construction management software.
• Split between office-based project management and active construction sites.
• Regular travel to project locations.
• Hands-on involvement in dynamic heavy civil construction environments.

Why Join This Company?

This is far more than just another Project Management role.

You'll be joining a well-established heavy civil contractor with more than 80 years of industry success, known for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the site work and utilities sectors. The business continues to grow through repeat clients, long-term partnerships, and a reputation for delivering quality work safely and efficiently.

What sets them apart:

• Join a financially strong, respected contractor with an excellent reputation in the industry.
• Work on high-profile, technically challenging infrastructure projects that have a lasting impact on local communities.
• Benefit from a genuine commitment to employee development, ongoing training, mentorship, and clear career progression.
• Be part of a collaborative leadership team where your ideas, experience, and contributions are valued.
• Enjoy a supportive, people-first culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.
• Join a business with a strong pipeline of secured work, providing long-term career stability and opportunities for advancement.
• Work for a company that invests in the latest technology, best practices, and continuous improvement to help you succeed.

If you're an Assistant Project Manager or an experienced Project Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a contractor that truly invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.