Project Manager

Garney Construction; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical, prescription, dental, &

Vision plans

Stock options

401(k) with 3.5% match

Student loan resources

Weekly pay

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Health Savings Account

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Healthcare coordinators

Mental health counseling

Legal/financial consultations

Weight loss programs

Maternity health programs

Discount in Garney apparel

Job summary

Garney is seeking a Project Manager with extensive experience in water and wastewater construction to lead project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and field supervision in Newport News, Virginia. The role emphasizes cost control, owner relations, and contract administration, with regional travel required.

The ideal candidate will hold a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree and have 7–10 years of construction experience. Competitive benefits and stock options are included.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of construction experience
• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related Field

Responsibilities

• Managing cost and Work In Progress projections
• Managing job site supervisory personnel
• Planning and scheduling the project
• Developing and maintaining owner relations
• Negotiating and purchasing materials
• Establishing and enforcing job site safety expectations
• Managing project costs
• Contract negotiation and administration

Skills

Project management

Cost control

Scheduling

Owner relations

Vendor management

Safety compliance

Negotiation

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Construction Management degree

Job description

Requisition ID14194-Posted10/29/2026-VA-Newport News-Project Management-5-7 Years-Regional Travel

A Project Manager position is available at Garney. To be considered for this position, you must have previous project management experience in the water and waste-water construction industry.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Managing cost and "Work In Progress" projections
• Managing job site supervisory personnel
• Planning and scheduling the project
• Developing and maintaining owner relations
• Negotiating and purchasing materials
• Establishing and enforcing job site safety expectations
• Managing project costs
• Contract negotiation and administration

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related Field
• 7-10 years of construction experience

LET'S TALK THE PERKS!

• Free medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans ($0 premiums)
• Virtual doctor visits with no co-pay
• Shares of company stock at no cost starting on your first day
• 401(k) plan with a 3.5% match
• Student loan resources
• Weekly paychecks
• Paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a lump sum and matching contributions
• Free life insurance and disability policy
• Free access to healthcare coordinators
• Counseling sessions with mental health professionals at no cost
• Access to consultations with legal and financial professionals at no cost
• Free programs assisting with weight loss, maternity health, prescriptions for chronic conditions, and more
• 50% employee discount in the Garney apparel store

CONTACT US

If you have questions or would like more information, please [e-mail] and include the job location and requisition ID (listed below the job title at the top of the page) to ensure a prompt response. Please note that email inquiries are not a substitute for submitting an application. All openings listed are currently accepting candidates.

Garney and its subsidiaries are committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. Garney is a background screening, drug-free workplace. You may be required to complete a post-offer physical and a site-specific background check for this position.