Project Manager - Heavy Civil/DOT

B; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

B in Chicago is seeking a project leader to own and drive heavy civil and infrastructure projects. You will oversee cost, schedule, and overall project success while coordinating with superintendents, engineers, and owners.

You will troubleshoot field and design challenges, maintain strong owner relations, and ensure timely, safe, and compliant project execution. This role demands integrity, teamwork, and clear, proactive communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in heavy civil, DOT, roadway, bridge, or infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability in field and design.
• Ability to communicate clearly with owners, engineers, and field teams.

Responsibilities

• Project Performance: Manage cost, schedule, and overall project success.
• Execution: Partner with Superintendents to keep work moving safely and efficiently.
• Financials: Track costs, forecast performance, and manage owner billings.
• Scheduling: Keep projects on track—align crews, subs, and materials with DOT timelines.
• Contracts: Manage subcontractors, change orders, and project documentation.
• Problem Solving: Work through design and field challenges with engineers and partners.
• Relationships: Be a trusted point of contact for owners, engineers, and project teams.

Skills

Heavy civil experience

DOT/roadway infrastructure

Ownership mindset

Integrity

Teamwork

Resilience

Problem solving

Clear communication

Owner relations

Job description

What You’ll Own:

• Project Performance: Manage cost, schedule, and overall project success.
• Execution: Partner with Superintendents to keep work moving safely and efficiently.
• Financials: Track costs, forecast performance, and manage owner billings.
• Scheduling: Keep projects on track—align crews, subs, and materials with DOT timelines.
• Contracts: Manage subcontractors, change orders, and project documentation.
• Problem Solving: Work through design and field challenges with engineers and partners.
• Relationships: Be a trusted point of contact for owners, engineers, and project teams.

What You Bring:

• Experience in heavy civil, DOT, roadway, bridge, or infrastructure projects.
• Growth: A drive to keep learning, improving, and expanding your impact.
• Resilience: Ability to adapt, problem-solve, and push projects forward when challenges arise.
• Integrity: Do the right thing—own your work, decisions, and outcomes.
• Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with field teams, clients, and partners to get the job done right.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability—you follow through.
• Practical, builder-minded approach to solving problems in the field and on paper.
• Clear, confident communication that builds trust.