Project Manager, Heavy Civil

247 Ledcor CMI Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ledcor Group is seeking a seasoned project manager based in Hutchinson, Kansas, to oversee leach pad construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of experience in civil construction and a strong focus on reclamation and earthworks.

This site-based role includes strategic direction and mentorship of teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing all aspects of project delivery. A company vehicle is provided for travel across the U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing large civil, oil & gas, or pipeline projects.
• Strong focus on leach pad construction, reclamation, and earthworks.
• Deep understanding of construction documentation and contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to multidisciplinary teams.
• Lead by example in health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Implement and enforce the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP).
• Manage the full lifecycle of leach pad construction projects.
• Oversee large-scale earthworks ensuring geotechnical integrity.
• Lead reclamation efforts post-construction, aligning with sustainability goals.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Health and Safety Compliance

Budget Management

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in Civil Construction, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and mentorship to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring balanced workloads and fostering professional growth across all levels.
• Lead by example in health, safety, and environmental practices.
• Implement and enforce the Project Specific Safety Program (PSSP) to meet company and regulatory standards.
• Ensure all construction activities—including leach pad installation, reclamation efforts, and earth movement operations—are executed according to approved plans, specifications, and applicable codes.
• Manage the full lifecycle of leach pad construction projects, including site preparation, liner installation, drainage systems, and QA/QC protocols.
• Oversee large‑scale earthworks such as mass excavation, grading, and compaction, ensuring geotechnical integrity and environmental compliance.
• Lead reclamation efforts post‑construction, including topsoil replacement, erosion control, revegetation, and habitat restoration, in alignment with environmental permits and sustainability goals.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction schedules to meet critical milestones and final delivery dates.
• Monitor budgets, billing, forecasting, and reporting.
• Oversee trade awards and construction execution within financial targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience managing large civil, oil & gas, or pipeline projects, with a strong focus on leach pad construction, reclamation, and earthworks.
• Post‑secondary education in Civil Construction, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Deep understanding of construction documentation, budgeting, and contract negotiation.
• Proven ability to build and lead high‑performing teams, and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey technical and complex information clearly.

Working Conditions

This is a site‑based role requiring travel to project locations across the U.S. A company vehicle will be provided.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be a part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ledcor participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I−9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.