Project Manager

Hutchinson Construction; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid PTO

Commitment to safety and employee dev.

Veteran-owned small business

Job summary

Hutchinson Construction is seeking a Project Manager to lead civil construction projects from planning through delivery. You will oversee safety, quality, schedule, cost control, and client satisfaction while coordinating with field leadership, subcontractors, and internal teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a relevant field and at least 5 years of heavy civil project experience, with strong scheduling, cost control, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, scheduling, cost control, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of project management software and construction financial reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute weekly and long-range project schedules with the Superintendent.
• Staff and resource planning to meet production goals and milestones.
• Visit project sites to monitor safety, quality, productivity, and compliance with specifications.
• Collaborate with field leadership to identify and resolve operational, safety, quality, and scheduling issues.
• Manage budgets, costs, forecasts, and financial performance to ensure profitability.
• Prepare and submit invoices, pay applications, and vendor payments; maintain financial records.

Skills

Self-motivated leader

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Effective communicator

Leadership

Relationship building

Education

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

Job description

At Hutchinson Construction, our purpose is to serve others, by building futures for people and communities. We live out our purpose and values every day and look to add team members with similar values, are driven, hard-working, fun, and share our passions.

Our team members and culture are most important and thrive when there is harmony between them. This is what will drive the company to new heights. That success is in-turn given back to team members and their communities. This is our purpose. We expect all team members to live out the company values every day, in every interaction - whether at work or not. Those values are:

Service - We are passionate about serving others. Through every action of our company, and its team members, we aim to serve people in a radical way - on and off the construction site.

Trust - Trust is the foundation of our relationships and service attitude. Our commitment to integrity and transparency is industry leading.

Reliability - Our word is stronger than a contract. Our team of master builders see it through no matter the complexity.

Creativity - In a world of innovations, we seek to be creative. We are master builders, and while we may leverage innovations as part of the equation to improve processes and experiences, our focus is on creativity - the starting point to innovation.

Fulfillment - We seek fulfillment in all that we do. We love to build, and we love our families. Our vocation and life purpose live in harmony as we take special care to prioritize, cultivate and pursue fulfillment.

We are a veteran-owned small business and equal opportunity employer.

Position Summary

The Project Manager plays a vital leadership role in successful planning, execution, and delivery of civil construction projects. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of project performance, including safety, quality, schedule, cost control, resource coordination, and client satisfaction. Working closely with field leadership, subcontractors, owners, and internal teams, the Project Manager ensures projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and profitable while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Superintendent to develop, maintain, and execute weekly and long-range project schedules.
• Ensure projects are properly staffed and supplied with the labor, equipment, materials, and resources necessary to meet production goals and project milestones.
• Regularly visit project sites to monitor safety, quality, productivity, and compliance with project specifications and company standards.
• Collaborate with field leadership to proactively identify and resolve operational, safety, quality, and scheduling issues.
• Manage project budgets, cost, forecasts, and financial performance to ensure profitability and successful project outcomes.
• Review, approve, and process project invoices, subcontractor pay applications, and vendor payments.
• Prepare and submit supporting documentation.
• Maintain accurate project financial records and provide timely reporting on project status, costs, forecasting, and profitability.
• Track project production quantities, equipment utilization, and productively metrics to ensure efficient operations and project health.
• Coordinate with he estimating team during bid preparation, project turnover, value engineering efforts and change order development.
• Manage and negotiate change orders, contract modifications, and project correspondence.
• Build and maintain strong relationship with owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and communicate project goals, expectations, and progress to all team members.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, regulatory standards, and company policies.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.
• This role requires time in the field; work hours may vary based on project needs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects, with experience in earthwork, utilities, concrete, or site development projects preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple project priorities while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, project scheduling, cost control, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of project management software, scheduling tools, and construction financial reporting systems.

Skills and Attributes

• Self-motivated leader with a strong work ethic and sense of accountability.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communicator with exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and collaborate with field and office personnel.
• Ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Organized and capable of managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risk and develop practical solutions.
• Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• High level of integrity, dependability, and character.

Why Join Hutchinson Construction?

• Competitive compensation
• 401k with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid PTO
• Commitment to safety, training, and employee development
• We are a veteran-owned small business and equal opportunity employer.

Hutchinson Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Hutchinson Construction, LLC is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.