Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction - Nashville

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary (DOE)

Aggressive Performance Bonus Plan (~$50k/year potential)

Company truck & fuel card

Comprehensive healthcare insurance & benefits

Pension plan, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability after 90 days

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager in Heavy Civil Construction. The candidate will manage projects from concept to completion, with responsibilities including project planning, leading subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have over 5 years of heavy civil project management experience and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a company truck, healthcare, and a performance bonus plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil experience in project management.
• Ability to read and interpret grading and utility plans.
• Extensive knowledge of construction best practices and OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Attend client/sub meetings to understand project requirements.
• Develop site-specific project plans and inspect drawings.
• Lead subcontractors and supervise site operations.

Skills

Project management

Civil construction processes

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction

Our growing client is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager to manage civil projects from concept to completion (cradle to grave). The selected candidate will possess a strong understanding of civil construction processes (including underground utilities, rock‑heavy sitework challenges, etc). This role requires deep knowledge of the civil construction industry, excellent communication skills, and a proven track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and safely executed.

Ground‑level Duties

• Attending all client/sub meetings to understand project‑specific requirements.
• Compare budget and bid documents to check for alignment.
• Develop site‑specific project plans.
• Inspect shop drawings, manufacturing, and installations to the design intent and contract documents.
• Lead subcontractors and supervise on the site.
• Responsible for overall project, including obtaining permits, licenses, access, etc.
• Anticipate problems and be proactive, not reactive, in problem solving.
• Understand quantity take‑offs and how to evaluate cut/fill.
• Lead Field Superintendents on your projects.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of heavy civil experience in project management.
• Ability to read and interpret grading and utility plans, specifications, and geotechnical information.
• Knowledge of standard construction equipment and materials for earthwork and site utility projects.
• Extensive knowledge of construction best practices, safety, equipment maintenance and use, and OSHA guidelines.
• Strong aptitude in math and creative problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to manage multiple personality types to lead, motivate, and teach crews while maintaining a harmonious work environment.

What is Provided

• Competitive Salary (DOE) + Aggressive Performance Bonus Plan (~$50k/year potential).
• Company truck & fuel card.
• Eligible for full healthcare insurance & benefits.
• Benefits include pension plan, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short‑term disability after 90 days.