Project Manager(Heavy Civil / Deep Foundations / Specialty Construction)

Soil Solutions, Inc.; West Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Soil Solutions Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of construction projects from preconstruction handoff through closeout. You will oversee safety, scheduling, budgeting, and quality, acting as the primary contact for owners and project partners.

Collaborate with Superintendents, Project Engineers, and leadership to ensure safe, profitable execution. Requires a BS in engineering and 7+ years of PM experience on large projects.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering OR a related 4-year degree in Construction or Environmental Management; 7+ years of related construction experience.
• Prior experience as a Project Manager on projects valued $10M+ preferred.
• Experience in heavy construction or specialty civil work including drilled micropiles, CFA, vaults, and other complex infrastructure work.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety leadership and ensure incident-free execution; maintain safety planning, site visits and reporting.
• Manage project cost performance, billing, and contract compliance; prepare cost reports and forecasts.
• Develop baseline project schedule (CPM); manage look-ahead schedules and schedule updates.
• Coordinate with owners, project partners, Superintendents, Project Engineers, and field teams.
• Coordinate utility requirements and provider scheduling; participate in constructability reviews and value engineering.
• Ensure quality control and maintain complete project records; ensure compliance with contract documents.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Urgency

Client communication

Meeting leadership

Fast-paced environment

Prioritization

Plan interpretation

Team leadership

Education

B.S. in Civil/Mechanical/Construction Engineering or related 4-year degree

Job description

Soil Solutions Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of assigned projects from preconstruction handoff through closeout. This role is responsible for overall project execution—including safety leadership, financial performance, scheduling, client coordination, subcontractor management, and quality control.

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for owners and project partners and works in close coordination with the Superintendent(s), Project Engineer(s), and leadership team to ensure each project is delivered safely, efficiently, and profitably.

Project Managers report to a company owner.

Core Responsibilities:

1) Safety Leadership

At Soil Solutions Inc., safety is non-negotiable. The Project Manager is expected to lead by example and actively drive jobsite safety performance.

• Maintain overall responsibility for jobsite safety in accordance with the project SSHASP and Soil Solutions Inc. standards.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable federal, state, and local safety requirements, driving incident-free execution.
• Verify consistent completion of safety planning and leading indicators, including:
• Toolbox Talks and Safety Huddles
• Jobsite safety documentation and tracking
• Participate in, and when needed lead, toolbox talks and safety huddles.
• Complete and verify daily safety reporting in company project systems (ex: Procore).
• Review jobsite monitoring tools (ex: Arrowsight), address issues immediately, and implement corrective action plans.
• Conduct routine safety walks with safety personnel and field leadership to ensure compliance and accountability.
• Ensure 811 / Miss Utility locates are completed before any ground disturbing work begins.
• Require test holes and field verification methods when needed to prevent utility strikes.
• Report utility incidents immediately to the Project Executive or Division Manager and support corrective actions.
• Lead Safety Stand-Downs and support incident investigations and root-cause analysis as required.
• Maintain jobsite cleanliness, organization, and proper storage of materials and equipment.

The Project Manager is accountable for the project’s cost performance, billing, and contract compliance.

• Perform daily and weekly quantity tracking to verify progress and production.
• Prepare weekly and monthly cost reports and cost detail updates.
• Utilize field productivity tools as needed (ex: HeavyJob timecard entry and production tracking).
• Interpret estimating and production outputs when applicable .
• Prepare monthly pay applications and coordinate with the client to support prompt payment.
• Identify, track, and communicate all extra work / non-contract work to leadership.
• Lead change management from start to finish, including:
• Meeting contract notice requirements
• Pricing and submitting change orders
• Supporting time impact analysis and delay claim documentation when required
• Review and approve payables including subcontractor and vendor invoices.
• Confirm accuracy of payroll and equipment reporting and resolve discrepancies quickly.
• Lead monthly and quarterly forecasting / cost-to-complete reporting.
• Ensure subcontracts and purchase orders are executed on time and meet client and company requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all project-specific requirements including certified payroll and workforce reporting when applicable.
• Support client participation goals for small/disadvantaged/minority businesses where contractually required.

3) Scheduling, Planning & Production Execution

This role requires strong planning, schedule ownership, and day-to-day coordination with the field.

• Lead development of the baseline project schedule (CPM) and obtain required approvals.
• Review and approve weekly look-ahead schedules and verify they align with the baseline CPM schedule.
• Lead schedule updates and submissions in accordance with contract requirements.
• Coordinate work sequencing with Superintendent(s), subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate utility requirements and provider scheduling as needed.
• Participate in constructability reviews, value engineering, and proactive problem-solving.
• Review and approve work packages for field execution.
• Represent Soil Solutions Inc. in meetings with owners, designers, project partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Hold regular coordination meetings with Superintendent(s) and Project Engineer(s) to plan:
• Equipment and material needs
• Staffing and production goals
• Risk items and constraints
• Understand bid assumptions and convert them into field execution targets.
• Partner closely with field leadership to ensure project deliverables are achieved safely and efficiently.

4) Quality Control & Documentation

Project Managers are expected to set the standard for quality and project records.

• Use Soil Solutions Inc. project controls and management procedures to deliver contract requirements.
• Coordinate with the Project Engineer(s) and Superintendent(s) to ensure work complies with contract documents and specifications.
• Ensure SWPPP inspections are completed as required and deficiencies are corrected and documented.
• Address non-conforming work quickly and ensure corrective actions are verified and recorded.
• Maintain complete project records in company systems and hard copy format where required.
• Ensure accountability for quality across all project participants, including subcontractors.

QualificationsEducation / Experience

• B.S. Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Engineering OR a related 4-year degree in Construction or Environmental Management, plus 7+ years of related construction experience.
• Prior experience as a Project Manager on projects valued $10M+ preferred.

Relevant Construction Experience

Experience in heavy construction or specialty civil work, including one or more of the following:

• Drilled Micropiles, Large Diameter Caisssons, CFA and Tiebacks
• Driven Deep Foundation Piles or vibrated sheet piles
• Helicals or Stelcor Piles
• Civil infrastructure and sitework
• Roads, bridges, or transportation work
• Support of excavation
• Cast-in-place concrete foundations
• Underground utility systems
• Water and wastewater treatment projects

Skills

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and urgency in execution.
• Effective client communication and ability to lead meetings professionally.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Proficiency interpreting plans/specs and coordinating execution with field teams.
• Ability to lead, mentor, and develop team members.

Licensing / Site Access

• Valid Driver’s License required
• Ability to obtain site credentials such as TWIC, DBIDs, or similar access requirements for restricted/government sites