Project Manager – Earthwork & Utilities

NW Recruiting Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (100% for employee)

Dental Insurance (100% for employee)

Vision Insurance (100% for employee)

Job summary

NW Recruiting Partners seeks a Project Manager for civil earthwork and utilities, leading projects from award to closeout. You’ll coordinate field teams, manage budgets, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with a strong client focus.

The role emphasizes ownership of project outcomes, collaboration with field staff, and effective communication across stakeholders in a fast-paced construction environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience managing earthwork and utility construction projects.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, budgeting, and cost controls.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communicator with strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with HCSS (HeavyBid/HeavyJob) and Vista Viewpoint preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage earthwork and utility projects from post-award handoff through final closeout.
• Review and negotiate contract scopes, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Establish project budgets and coordinate cost tracking with accounting.
• Monitor project financials and control costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Solicit, evaluate, and award subcontractor bids as required.
• Procure project materials.
• Review and approve daily reports and timecards for accuracy and productivity.
• Coordinate field operations and address scope changes or site conditions.
• Prepare pricing for scope changes and submit change order requests.
• Submit client billings in accordance with contractual formats and deadlines.
• Track receivables and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Lead pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings.
• Utilize construction management and reporting software to track performance.

Skills

Earthwork experience

Budgeting

Leadership

Communication

Multi-project management

Team coordination

Microsoft Office

HeavyBid/HeavyJob

Vista Viewpoint

Tools

HCSS HeavyBid

HCSS HeavyJob

Vista Viewpoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a leading civil construction contractor, delivers high-quality commercial and residential site development projects, specializing in earthwork and utilities. They’re looking for a Project Managerto take charge of projects from award to completion, ensuring work is on schedule, within budget, and exceeds client expectations.

The ideal candidate is an experienced project manager who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys working closely with field teams, and takes full ownership of project outcomes. If you have a proven track record in civil construction and a passion for delivering results, this is the role for you.

• Manage earthwork and utility projects from post-award handoff through final closeout.
• Review and negotiate contract scopes, ensuring clarity and alignment with project objectives.
• Establish project budgets and coordinate cost tracking with accounting.
• Monitor project financials and control costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Solicit, evaluate, and award subcontractor bids as required.
• Procure project materials.
• Review and approve daily reports and timecards for accuracy and productivity.
• Coordinate field operations and address scope changes or site conditions.
• Prepare pricing for scope changes and submit change order requests.
• Submit client billings in accordance with contractual formats and deadlines.
• Track receivables and follow up on outstanding payments.
• Lead pre-construction, progress, and closeout meetings.
• Utilize construction management and reporting software to track performance.

Project Manager Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience managing earthwork and utility construction projects.
• Strong understanding of civil construction methods, budgeting, and cost controls.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Effective communicator with strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with HCSS (HeavyBid/HeavyJob) and Vista Viewpoint preferred.

Company Benefits:

• 100% Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for employees