Project Manager (Heavy Civil)

Jobot; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Heavy Civil Project Manager in the Kansas City area to lead complex infrastructure programs. The role focuses on budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration across road, bridge, and utility projects for public and private clients.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of PM experience in heavy civil construction, a related bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and proven leadership with field teams. Travel to sites is required as needed for project oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of Project Management experience within heavy civil construction.
• Experience managing roadway, highway, bridge, utility, earthwork, grading, paving, or transportation projects.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, scheduling, and contract administration skills.
• Experience with public infrastructure projects for DOT or municipal agencies is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple heavy civil projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule, quality, and profitability.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate with field supervision for successful execution.
• Review drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Negotiate and manage subcontractor and supplier agreements.
• Identify project risks and develop proactive mitigation to protect cost and schedule.

Skills

Budgeting & cost control

Scheduling & project management

Contract administration

Leadership & communication

Travel to project sites

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction scheduling software

Project management platforms

Job description

Job details:

Heavy Civil PM role with a High Paying, Top Tier Contractor!

Salary: $105,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is an established heavy civil contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects throughout the region. The company specializes in highway and roadway construction, bridges, grading, underground utilities, concrete structures, asphalt paving, and other public infrastructure improvements for state, municipal, and private clients. With a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation, this company has built lasting relationships through consistent project execution and a collaborative, team-oriented culture. They continue to invest in their people, equipment, and technology to deliver projects that strengthen local communities.

Why join us?

Joining this company means becoming part of a respected organization that values integrity, accountability, and professional growth. Employees are trusted with meaningful responsibility while receiving the support and resources needed to succeed on complex, high-profile infrastructure projects. This company offers long-term career advancement opportunities, exposure to challenging heavy civil work, and the ability to work alongside experienced construction professionals. Team members enjoy a culture focused on collaboration, continuous improvement, safety, and delivering projects that have a lasting impact on the communities they serve.

Job Details

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent industry experience.
• 5+ years of Project Management experience within heavy civil construction.
• Proven experience managing roadway, highway, bridge, utility, earthwork, grading, paving, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Experience managing public infrastructure projects for DOT, municipal, county, or other government agencies is highly preferred.
• Ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining schedule, quality, and profitability.
• Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction methods, materials, equipment, and safety regulations.
• Experience reviewing drawings, specifications, contracts, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Proficiency with construction scheduling software, project management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and manage subcontractor and supplier agreements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with owners, engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and field teams.
• Experience leading project meetings and coordinating with field supervision to ensure successful project execution.
• Ability to identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to minimize cost and schedule impacts.
• Thorough understanding of OSHA standards and a strong commitment to maintaining safe job sites.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel to project sites as needed.

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