Project Manager - Civil/Site

EWI Recruitment; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Civil/Site to oversee civil construction and site development projects from planning through to completion.

You will manage scope, programme, budget, quality, safety and environmental performance, coordinating consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders while ensuring designs, contracts and legislation are followed; regular site inspections and reporting will be required.

Qualifications

• Requires civil engineering or construction management qualification.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, scheduling and cost management.
• Strong communicator with ability to manage diverse project teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate consultants, contractors, suppliers and stakeholders.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts and progress reports.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Monitor site activities to achieve milestones and ensure safety & compliance.
• Lead meetings, manage procurement and variations and oversee change control.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Budget management

Scheduling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Project reporting systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager – Civil/Site to oversee the successful delivery of civil construction and site development projects from planning through to completion. The role will be responsible for managing project scope, programme, budget, quality, safety and environmental performance while ensuring that all works are delivered in accordance with approved designs, contractual requirements and applicable legislation.

Key responsibilities will include coordinating consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders; preparing and maintaining project schedules, budgets, forecasts and progress reports; reviewing construction methodologies, drawings, specifications and technical documentation; and monitoring site activities to ensure milestones are achieved. You will lead project meetings, manage procurement and subcontractor performance, identify and mitigate risks, resolve technical and commercial issues, and oversee variations, claims and change control. The position will also require regular site inspections, quality assurance checks and close collaboration with health, safety and environmental personnel to promote a safe, compliant and productive working environment.

The successful candidate will have proven experience managing civil, infrastructure, earthworks, utilities or site development projects, ideally from design coordination through construction and handover. A relevant qualification in civil engineering, construction management or a related discipline is preferred, together with strong knowledge of construction contracts, project controls, scheduling and cost management. You will be a confident communicator and practical problem solver with the ability to build effective relationships across diverse project teams. Strong organisational skills, commercial awareness, attention to detail and proficiency with project management and reporting systems are essential. The ability to manage competing priorities, make informed decisions and deliver results in a fast-paced site environment will be highly valued.