Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Talent Edge Recruiting; Montpelier (VT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

3 weeks PTO

8 holidays

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting seeks a Project Manager for heavy civil construction in Vermont. The role manages multiple projects from planning through closeout with typical values of $2M–$10M and durations from 6 months to 2 years. Onsite work in Middlesex/Waitsfield, VT with weekly or biweekly travel to job sites in the Northeast.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years PM experience in heavy civil or related fields; PMP is a plus and travel is expected. Procore and Oracle/P6 proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Project Management experience in heavy civil or related industries.
• 5–7+ years PM experience if lacking direct industry experience.
• Experience managing $2M+ projects from start to finish.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Understanding of survey work.
• Willingness to travel to Northeast job sites; most travel is day trips.
• PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3–4 projects simultaneously from planning through closeout.
• Oversee schedules, budgets, costs and deliverables.
• Coordinate field crews, subcontractors, owners and internal teams.
• Conduct project meetings and monitor progress.
• Ensure on schedule, on budget, and safety compliance.
• Use Procore and Oracle/P6 for PM and scheduling.

Skills

Project management

Blueprints reading

Surveying knowledge

Coordination

Travel flexibility

Procore

Oracle Primavera P6

Tools

Procore

Oracle/P6

Job description

Project Manager – Heavy Civil Construction

Location: Middlesex/Waitsfield, VT – Onsite with weekly or biweekly job-site travel

About the Company

Established for 40 years, the company is a 91-person heavy civil contractor specializing in heavy civil construction, wastewater, R&G, dam work, excavation, and process piping. The company has built a strong reputation for taking on complex projects and solving unique construction challenges while maintaining a close-knit, family-oriented culture.

About the Role

We are seeking experienced Project Managers to join a growing heavy civil construction team. This role will manage multiple projects from planning through closeout, with typical project values of $2M–$10M and durations of 6 months to 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3–4 projects simultaneously from planning through closeout
• Oversee schedules, budgets, costs, and project deliverables
• Coordinate field crews, subcontractors, owners, and internal teams
• Conduct project meetings and monitor overall project progress
• Ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with safety expectations
• Use Procore and Oracle/P6 for project management and scheduling

Must-Haves

• 3–5+ years of Project Management experience in heavy civil, wastewater, dam work, excavation, process piping, or a closely related industry
• Candidates without direct industry experience should have 5–7+ years of PM experience
• Experience managing $2M+ projects from start to finish
• Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints
• Understanding of survey work
• Willingness to travel to job sites throughout the Northeast; most travel is day-trip based

PMP certification is a plus.

Key Benefits of the Role

• $100K–$140K base + performance bonus (typically around 25%, uncapped)
• Family-oriented, tight-knit company with long-tenured employees
• Significant growth and opportunity to take on greater responsibility
• Variety of challenging heavy civil and infrastructure projects
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
• 3 weeks PTO and 8 paid holidays

This is an opportunity for a Project Manager who enjoys solving unique challenges, taking ownership, and working in a hands-on environment rather than a highly corporate setting.