Project Manager - Heavy Civil/DOT

EWI Recruitment; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

EWI Recruitment seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead heavy civil and DOT construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client expectations while coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and public agencies.

Responsibilities include reviewing contracts, developing schedules and forecasts, handling change orders, RFIs, pay apps, and closeout docs, and leading progress meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, engineering technology, or related field.
• Substantial experience managing heavy civil or DOT projects.
• Strong understanding of construction means and methods, contract administration, scheduling software, cost control, and project documentation.
• Willingness to travel to active jobsites and occasional extended hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead heavy civil and DOT construction projects from preconstruction through final completion.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client expectations.
• Review contract documents, plans, specs, and estimates; develop and maintain schedules and cost forecasts.

Skills

Budget management

Contract administration

Scheduling

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

HCSS

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead heavy civil and Department of Transportation (DOT) construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. This role will be responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and client expectations while coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, suppliers, inspectors, and public agencies. Projects may include roadway construction, bridges, highways, utilities, grading, drainage, concrete, paving, and other transportation infrastructure improvements.

Key responsibilities include reviewing contract documents, plans, specifications, and estimates; developing and maintaining project schedules and cost forecasts; managing change orders, submittals, RFIs, pay applications, and closeout documentation; and monitoring production against established milestones. The Project Manager will lead progress meetings, communicate regularly with project stakeholders, identify and resolve field issues, and ensure work complies with contractual requirements, applicable DOT standards, environmental regulations, and company safety policies. This position will also support estimating and project pursuit activities, build strong relationships with owners and subcontractors, and provide leadership to project engineers, superintendents, and administrative staff.

Qualified candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, engineering technology, or a related field, along with substantial experience managing heavy civil or DOT projects. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered. A strong understanding of construction means and methods, contract administration, scheduling software, cost control, and project documentation is required. Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, HCSS, or similar construction management platforms is preferred. Candidates must demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced field environment. The role requires regular travel to active jobsites, the ability to review plans and reports, and occasional extended hours based on project demands. A valid driver’s license and the ability to pass applicable background, safety, and site-access requirements are also required.